Physical Therapy Can Help Resolve Your Pain!
Are you struggling with hip and/or knee pain? Is hip or knee pain causing you to move slower and leaving you with pain that becomes more difficult to cope with, step after step? When you are dealing with knee or hip pain, every step requires more effort than usual.
Pain can drain your energy level as you attempt to do even basic tasks, such as taking care of your home or walking around the office.
When hip or knee pain develops, seeking the support of a physical therapist is the best course of action. Working with a physical therapist can reduce your recovery time and improve your ability to cope with the pain and discomfort by introducing you to targeted exercises and stretching techniques that can enhance your ability to recover from the injury.
Call FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers today to make an appointment. With guidance from our physical therapist you can find solutions to your pain and get back to living the life you enjoy!
What Is Causing Your Pain?
There are several reasons why hip or knee pain may develop from a slip or fall-related accident to a sports injury. Knee pain is often due to sprains or tears of a ligament(s), cartilage tears, tendonitis, and arthritis. In comparison, hip pain is associated with similar injuries and the result of congenital malformations of the joint, fractures, or bursitis.
The main risk factors associated with the onset of hip and knee pain are:
- Getting older
- Being overweight/obesity
- Previous knee injury
Identifying the risk factors for hip and knee joints can be challenging, so getting a physical therapy assessment is crucial for a good outcome. At FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers, our therapists are skilled and identify the source of the issue and help you find a solution.
How Physical Therapy Can Help You
Physical therapy is a long-term solution to pain and suffering through targeted exercises and stretching techniques. Our programs at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers are designed to strengthen the targeted areas and help the body recover and heal.
Our therapists are highly trained experts at identifying the underlying cause of the pain and educating you on significantly improving your quality of life. We recognize the exact points on the body that are not moving as they should and provide individualized programs to restore your function and minimize your pain.
What You Can Expect at Physical Therapy
If you’re experiencing hip or knee pain, contact a physical therapist immediately. Your physical therapist will perform a thorough physical examination and provide you with solutions that work based on the finding.
Sometimes, when your hips and knees are in pain, it can cause you to change the way you are moving, causing you to change the flow and pace of your gait, which is how you walk. Other times, prolonged pain can cause you to stop doing movements that are indicative of healthy joints.
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Physical therapy aims to restore range of motion and improve flexibility and strength while reducing the general experience of pain. It provides targeted exercises that support the joints with precise movements that help reinforce strength and range of motion.
Our physical therapy exercise programs make it possible to increase mobility and strength while simultaneously improving your coordination and balance. Call FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers today for a comprehensive assessment and learn what steps you can take to alleviate your pain and prevent further episodes.
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HEEL SLIDES LONG SIT
Heel Slides Long Sit is an excellent exercise to improve knee mobility, restore range of motion, and gently increase flexibility following injury or surgery.
Begin by sitting on the floor with both legs extended straight in front of you and your back upright. Loop a belt or strap around the foot of your injured leg and place a towel beneath your heel. Slowly pull your heel toward your buttocks by gently tugging on the strap until you reach a comfortable stretch. Then slowly slide your heel back until your leg is fully straight. Repeat with smooth, controlled movements.
3 Sets, 10 Repetitions
Materials Needed: Towel, Belt or Strap
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Ingredients
- 1 pound strawberries, washed and stems removed
- 1 large ripe banana
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk
- Sugar to taste (optional)
Directions
- Add the strawberries, banana, milk, and vanilla yogurt to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth.
- Taste and add sugar if desired depending on fruit sweetness.
- Pour mixture into popsicle molds or paper cups.
- Insert popsicle sticks or handles.
- Freeze until completely firm, preferably overnight.
- Enjoy your refreshing homemade popsicles the next day!
Stay Active Without Overheating
Put the cool factor back into your workout routine this summer. Staying hydrated, listening to your body, and making a few smart adjustments can help you exercise safely while continuing to build strength, endurance, and overall fitness.
Cool Down Before You Start
Hop into a cold shower before exercising. Research suggests a pre-workout cooldown can lower your heart rate and body temperature, helping you perform better in hot weather.
Choose Cooler Routes
Walk, run, or cycle on dirt and gravel paths whenever possible. These surfaces absorb less heat than asphalt and concrete, making outdoor workouts feel much more comfortable.
Use Cooling Essential Oils
A few drops of peppermint or eucalyptus oil on your neck and temples can create a refreshing cooling sensation while helping open nasal passages during humid conditions.
Train Smarter With Intervals
Maintain conditioning by exercising at a slightly easier pace while adding short 30-second bursts of speed every few minutes for an efficient workout.
Refuel With Fruit
Watermelon, grapes, cantaloupe, and honeydew contain over 80% water, making them excellent post-workout snacks for hydration and recovery.
Hydrate Consistently
One of the most important summer fitness habits is staying hydrated before, during, and after exercise to help prevent fatigue, overheating, and muscle cramps.
Make Summer Your Strongest Season Yet
With the right preparation and a few heat-smart strategies, you can continue exercising safely throughout the summer while enjoying all the benefits of an active lifestyle.
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