Have you been dealing with the aches and pains of arthritis? Are you tired of taking medication to get relief? We can give you solutions that work without nasty side effects! At H2Orthopedic, our physical therapists take a holistic approach to resolving your arthritis pain.
Approximately 40 million people in the United States suffer from arthritis, and one-third say it limits their leisure activities and daily tasks. Around 25% of these individuals also say they are in chronic, debilitating pain daily.
While there are several medications on the market that limit pain, none can treat the physical issue that is occurring within your joints. Fortunately, physical therapy can give you solutions that reduce your pain and improve your function without side effects!
If you are looking to find relief for your arthritis, we can help! Start by treating it at the source; contact H2Orthopedic today!
Why Is Physical Therapy Better Than Medication?
The most common treatments for arthritis are physician-prescribed medications, usually NSAIDs, corticosteroids, or antirheumatic drugs. Unfortunately, although it is easy to pop it in your mouth, medication will cause side effects, which can be more dangerous than arthritis itself.
With NSAIDs, you run the risk of blood clots, heart attack, or stroke. With corticosteroids, you run the risk of cataracts, high blood sugar levels, and bone loss. Luckily, there is a much safer and healthier alternative to treating arthritis: physical therapy.
A physical therapist’s primary goal when treating arthritis is reducing stress on the joints by increasing strength, preserving or improving range of motion, and teaching balance and coordination exercises.
Some benefits of working with a physical therapist include:
Stretching/Mobility Exercises
Restoring motion ensures the joint receives proper blood flow to keep existing cartilage healthy and strong.
Exercise
Light exercises focusing on getting the muscles around the joints stronger help to reduce the forces through the joint and alleviate the pain simultaneously.
Proper Posture
Posture work will help to reduce stress on your joints.
Weight Control
Reducing/controlling your weight helps to prevent added stress on weight-bearing joints.
Proper Nutrition
Avoid processed and sugary foods that cause inflammation in your body and negatively impact your arthritis symptoms.
Sleep
Proper rest helps the body heal, improves your immune system, and helps reduce your inflammation and pain.
Physical therapy works by taking a holistic approach to reducing the pain and inflammation in your joints without medications. Treatments to improve strength, balance, and coordination have also been shown to help reduce pain and improve tolerance to daily activities.
The healthier your lifestyle choices, the less wear-and-tear to your joints, thus reducing inflammation and pain.
What to Expect from Physical Therapy
While many people believe that the aches and pains of arthritis are best treated with rest and avoiding any activity that hurts, this is not the case. In fact, rest and avoidance lead to more pain and disability. Exercise keeps the joints limber and the muscles strong, preventing arthritis from getting worse.
Your physical therapist will examine your symptoms, severity of pain, and the location of arthritis, to determine the best individualized treatment plan for your specific needs.
Every treatment regimen is different based on your body’s needs and your particular type of arthritis. The best way to get started on a holistic, safe, and healthy treatment through physical therapy is by calling and scheduling a consultation with one of our physical therapists today.
We will develop a comprehensive program that includes targeted manual techniques, mobility work, and strengthening to reduce inflammation and provide greater support to the joints. We will then incorporate activity-specific treatments with balance and coordination training to ensure your safe return to doing what you love!
Get Started Today!
If you are living with arthritis, or you think you may be experiencing arthritic symptoms, don’t hesitate to contact H2Orthopedic today.
Pain and inflammation relief is possible with the help of physical therapy. We’ll get you feeling comfortable again in no time — without the need for pain management drugs!
Our Patients Get Great Results
“After more then two years at H2Orthopedic and getting to know most of the outstanding therapists, I would highly recommend them for any kind of physical or mental recovery. They are all well educated, helpful and personable toward your individual needs”
-Eric W.
Do you suffer from Dizziness,
Vertigo, or Imbalance?
VESTIBULAR
Rehabilitation
Common Vestibular
Disorders
- Labyrinthitis
- Persistent postural-perceptual dizziness (3PD)
- Migraine associated vertigo
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
- Vestibular neuritis
- Meniere’s disease
What to Expect from Your Therapy
- Our team of highly specialized therapists will develop an individualized treatment plan that includes the three body systems that control balance (inner ear, sensors within the joints of the body, and your vision).
- Most of the exercises included in your treatment will retrain the brain to recognize and process signals from the inner ear, eliminating dizziness.
- Our therapists are trained to perform maneuvers to reposition the small crystals inside the inner ear to stop a common type of vertigo.
Signs and Symptoms of Vestibular Disorders
- Nausea
- Vertigo/dizzines
- Imbalance and spatial disorientation
- Jumpy vision or difficulty seeing clearly
Real Patient Testimonial
“He (Therapist) performed some specific maneuvers that miraculously
relieved the dizziness and unsteady feeling in just 30 minutes… I’ve been to
5 different physical therapy clinics over the last 25 years for various issues
and post-op rehabilitation. H2Orthopedic is by far the best.”
— Diane T. , Laguna Woods
Contact Us Today for More Information on Vestibular Rehabilitation
Cilantro Lime Chicken & Avocado Salsa
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb. boneless chicken breast
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp salt
For Avocado Salsa: - 4 avocados, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Add 1/4 cup of lime juice, olive oil, 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, ground cumin, and 1/4 tsp of salt to a small bowl. Whisk until mixed. Add chicken and marinade to a large ziplock bag. Let chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Place chicken on grill and grill each side for 4-6 min, until chicken is no longer pink. Remove and let sit. For avocado salsa: add avocado, 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, 3 tbsp lime juice, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, garlic clove, and salt to a small bowl. Gently toss to mix. Top the cilantro lime chicken with the avocado salsa and serve.
Exercise of the Month
Shoulder External Rotation Stretch
Start by standing up straight holding one end of a towel on the side you want to stretch. Sling the towel over your shoulder so that your elbow is above your head and your upper arm is by your ear. Grab the bottom end of the towel with your other hand and gently pull down and back allowing your working shoulder to rotate back slightly. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat.
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Larry L.
PT, Co-Owner
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MBA, LMT, Certified Pilates Instructor, Co-Owner
Stefan G.
PT, DPT, CI
Erika J.
PTA
Carissa V.
PTA
Michele B.
PTA
Nicki B.
Practice Manager
Wyatt W.
PT, DPTLet’s Get You Better ASAP!
Contact us if you feel that your physical health or an old injury is holding you back from being active. Working with our physical therapists at H2Orthopedic can help you achieve improved balance and a healthy lifestyle.
