A MESSAGE FROM DR. CHRISTIAN, DPT
“THE HIP BONE’S CONNECTED TO THE KNEE BONE…“
I’ve noticed a trend lately in many of the people I’ve had the pleasure of working with over the years: when it comes to your body, it’s never just one problem! Typically, when knee pain has gradually crept up over the years to the point where it is giving you a great deal of pain, you may notice that pain in another body part has begun. This happens because our body parts all work together. Over time with a given injury, the body will compensate and shift our weight onto another joint and before we know it we have pain all over. When it comes to knee pain, we typically see a trend of hip weakness and/or stiffness as well. Hip and knee pain are notorious for happening closely together because the knee depends so much on the hip to ensure we move correctly. If consistently moving in an incorrect pattern due to hip issues, the knee will take much more uneven force and slowly begin to wear down. This can prove frustrating because we are much more prone to treating the location of our pain, rather than the underlying symptoms. Movement analysis is crucial to ensure that we are treating the root cause of your pain in favor of simply “chasing symptoms.” If you are interested in getting to the root cause of your pain, then you are ready to see our specialists at Joint Restoration Center. Feel free to contact us and schedule your appointment today!
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 Joint Restoration Center 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 Joint Restoration Center, our therapists are skilled and identify the source of the issue and help you find a solution.
Try This Healthy Recipe!
HEALTHIER DEVILED EGGS
- 6 large eggs
- 1 Tbsp plain or garlic
hummus - 1 tsp dijon or spicy mustard
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp olive or avocado oil
- 1 ½ tsp raw honey (or sub
maple syrup) - 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 pinch smoked paprika,
plus more for topping - 1/4 tsp sea salt, plus more
to taste - 1-3 Tbsp water
Hard-boil the eggs by method of your choice. Cool, peel, pat dry and halve. Transfer the yolks into a small mixing bowl. To the yolks, add hummus, mustard, vinegar, oil, honey, turmeric, cayenne, smoked paprika, and salt. Mash to combine. Add water a little at a time until a smooth paste is formed. Taste and adjust flavor by adding more of each ingredient as needed. Transfer filling to a small piping bag or plastic bag with the corner clipped to pipe the yolk filling into the egg whites. Sprinkle with paprika.
Patient Success Story
“This place is awesome, from the orientation with Adam to the best receptionist in the game and Christian — just the whole staff is great.” — Samuel A.
Home Exercise
90/90 HIP STRETCH
Try this exercise to improve hip flexibility.
Start by sitting up straight on a mat. Take one leg and make your shin parallel with the front of the mat and your knee at a 90-degree angle with your leg on the mat. Place your other knee near your foot and aim your shin parallel with the side edge of the mat so your foot is pointing straight back and your knee is bent to about 90-degrees. Sit straight up and allow your hips to be stretched as they sink toward the mat in this position. 2 sets, 1 rep, 30 seconds hold.
Max Life With JRC!
Do Any of These Sound Like You?
-You’re tired of struggling with chronic pain but don’t know what to do about it?
-You are feeling overwhelmed and exhausted?
-You are not feeling as good as you know you should?
-You know you‘ve got to do things differently, but you’re not confident how?
-You realize health doesn’t come in a bottle?
-You’re willing to take ownership of your health?
If so, you may benefit from our new comprehensive wellness program!
