Worcester: Arthritis Pain Relief

Health &Fitness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

September, 2018

“Row Away From Any Sense Pain!” (continued inside) Do you find yourself feeling sore and achy in one ormore of your joints of your bodyafterphysicalworkorexercise?It is possible, that you may be experiencing the symptoms of osteoarthritis. According to the American Arthritis Association, Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common formof arthritis affecting the vast majority of the population as they age. There are many reasons why people get OA, but the main one is that aswe all live longer, wear and tear on the cartilage in our joints occurs, causing inflammation and pain after activity. ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF

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• Arthritis Pain Relief • How Osteoarthritis Affects You • Relieve Back Pain In Minutes • Patient Success Spotlight

Health & Fitness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

September, 2018

“Arthritis Does Not Have to Limit Your Mobility!” ARTHRITIS PAIN RELIEF

Causes of Osteoarthritis WhiletheexactmechanismsofhowOAstartsarenotknown,a lifestyleof inactivity, poor diet, weakness in an area, injury, or disease can accelerate OA in people, even in young adults. Your cartilage is a shock absorber for your joints and depends on your overall health and nutrition to survive the relentless daily pounding it takes. Over time, joint alignment and muscle weaknessarounda jointcansignificantlyaffectthepressureonthecartilage causing it to wear down faster. 5 Symptoms of Osteoarthritis Whatmostpeoplearenotawareof isthatarthritis inthespine,knees,hips, and fingers are the most common areas for Osteoarthritis to occur. The symptoms typically come on slowly, but as the disease continues more symptoms occur such as:

1. Pain in a joint. 2. Swelling or tenderness in one or more joints. 3. Stiffness after periods of sitting or inactivity.This is especially noted when getting up in the morning. 4. Flare-ups of pain and inflammation after using the arthritic joint. 5. Crunching feeling or sounds of bone rubbing on bone (called crepitus) when moving the joint.

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HOWOSTEOARTHRITIS AFFECTS YOU

What Can Help Arthritis Pain? Many people think that once they have arthritis nothing can be done about itexcept takeanti-inflammatorymedications,supplements,and in worst case scenario prepare for a joint replacement surgery. However, what most people don’t know is that physical therapy is one of the most effective treatments for OA and can help relieve symptoms significantly. Whether you have been suffering for a short or long time, a lot can be done to help joint alignment, stability, and pain. Our physical therapy focuses on addressing your individual problem, improving normal mobility, and strengthening the muscles around the joint. Different treatments are performed to relieve pain, swelling, and restore muscle balance around the affected joint. We then teach you valuable techniques on how to maintain your joint health so you can getbacktotheactivitiesyouenjoy.Therefore,youcanhavea lifewith less pain and more movement. Call us today to find out how! If you are suffering from arthritis pain, contact us today to schedule an appointment at 508-791-8740! We will help you return to an active, pain-free lifestyle.

VEGGIE HUMMUS ROLLS

Relieves tight lower back Relieve Back Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain. STRAIGHT LEG RAISE While lying or sitting, raise up your leg with a straight knee and your toes pointed upward. Hold for 10 seconds then repeat 6 times on both legs.

INGREDIENTS • 2 vegan whole wheat wraps • 1/2 cup diced red peppers • 1/2 cup diced yellow pepper • 1/2 cup diced red cabbage • 2 large carrots, peeled • 6 - 8 tbsp. no-oil, low-salt hummus • 2 tbsp. raw sunflower seeds (or your choice of raw seeds) DIRECTIONS Heat wraps for 10 to 20 seconds in the microwave. Spread each wrap with 3 to 4 tbsp of no-oil hummus (depending on the diameter of your

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wrap). Divide veggies and sprinkle on top of the hummus on each wrap. Make sure to stop your veggies about 2 inches down from the edge of the tortillas (this will help the wraps seal up better). Starting on the opposite end, roll upwards tightly and press down to seal. Eat as whole wraps or cut into 1 1/2 to 2 inch pieces to make sushi-like rolls.

DISCOVER HOW TO LIVE PAIN FREE

At Worcester Physical Therapy Services, you will receive hands-on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health experts during focused and individualized sessions. It’s time to call Worcester Physical Therapy Services if: • You’re tired of living in pain • You want to feel better and move better • You have been in an auto accident or injured on the job • You want to prevent injury 1. Call and talk to your therapist 2. Discover why your pain has come back 3. Get your custom recovery program

Patient Success Spotlight

“ Very knowledgeable and caring staff. This place will get you where you need to be. ” – Stephen Will get you where you need to be! CONTACT US TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT! 508.791.8740

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• Move Freely • Alleviate Pain Naturally • Have More Energy • Enjoy Activities Pain Free • Be Stronger

Do you suffer with any of the following symptoms?

4 Stiffness or swelling 4 Aches at the end of the day 4 Pain from an old injury

4 Sharp pain 4 Headaches 4 Tingling, numbness, or weakness

Don’t let arthritis become a way of life Pinpoint the exact cause of your arthritis pain! FREE ARTHRITIS PAIN ANALYSIS Offer valid for the first 25 people to schedule. Expires 09-28-18.

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