Greetings
Welcome to the June newsletter from Physical Therapy Advantage.
We offer FREE workshops for a variety of problems that people might be experiencing. Following is the upcoming schedule for these workshops.
June 25 - Balance and Dizziness workshop at the Physical Therapy Advantage Clinic from 6:30-7:30 pm. If you are suffering from balance or dizziness issues, this workshop is for you. Register at 630-892-8003 for the FREE workshop.
July 25 - Low Back and Sciatica workshop at our clinic from 6:30pm-7:30pm. Are you suffering from low back pain or do you have pain that radiates down one of your legs? This is the workshop for you. Please call to register for the FREE workshop by calling 630-892-8003.
The following article, is from Glen Kamps, the manager at Dick Pond Athletics in St. Charles http://www.dickpondathletics.comst-charles/home. Thank you Glen for contributing to our newsletter.
Ten mistakes when purchasing running shoes
1. Buying shoes too small. Resulting issue: black toe nails, corns and callouses on sides of feet. What to do: Running shoes fit smaller than dress shoes. Stop thinking that you are size X because, in your properly fitting running shoes, you are: X+ 0.5 or X+1.0
2. Listening to a friend’s shoe recommendation. Resulting issue: She still loves them, you do not. You begin to look for a different friend. What to do: Listen to yourself more and others less.
3. Listening to a health specialist. Resulting issue: You buy something that you don’t like. Many of these people are paid to make shoe brand recommendations. What to do: Keep an open mind when purchasing your running shoes.
4. Buying walking shoes for walking. Resulting issue: You are stuck with a pair of stiff leather non-breathable shoes with ½ the cushion of a running shoe. What to do: Purchase a running shoe for walking because they have more support, are lighter, have more breathability, more flexibility, have reflectivity, and have more visibility for safety against automobiles.
5. Washing dirty shoes in a washing machine/drying them in a dryer. Resulting issue: The agitation and the submersion and high heat shorten the life of the shoe and compromises the support features. What to do: Always wash your shoes in a basement set tub with a minimal amount of water, some liquid dish soap and a small brush. Stuff shoes with newspaper for drying and reclaim the shoes in 24 hours.
6. Picking a shoe that looks cool. Resulting issue: The coolest shoes are the ones with the least support and thereby cause the most issues. What to do: Worry more about your health and your comfort and less about fashion when possible. Buy a fashion shoe for walking around and a runner for running.
7. Always buying the same size running shoe. Resulting issue: Since shoe sizes evolve, the fact is the size 9 of last decade does not equal the size 9 of this decade. Shoes are getting shorter all the time. What to do: Since shoe sizes fluctuate and because brands and points of origin are changing all the time, take the time to try on each and every pair that you are considering. Even if you have been wearing the same exact shoe, your next pair is not guaranteed to fit the same as your last.
8. Choosing a shoe based on color. Resulting issue: You have a cute shoe that you hate wearing. What to do: Since all shoes become brown with time, you are really choosing between shades of brown. Your health is more important than brown.
9. Not dating your shoe before marrying. Resulting issue: You get a new pair and you are excited. You go out and, rather than doing your normal 2 miles, you decide to do 5. You have blisters and a sore right knee. Is it really the shoe’s fault? What to do: Your first 6 runs in a new shoe should be half the distance of your normal run. You ask, how will I ever get in shape doing that? The runs in between the 6 shorter runs should be done in your old shoes. This way you will ease into the new relationship and be good and ready to move on from the old flame on the 12th day. It’s not that the shoes need to be broken in. Rather, you need to get to know each other slowly for the best long term outcome.
10. Worrying about the mileage that you have on your shoe. Resulting issue: Obsessing about mileage more than obsessing about your health. What to do: Since mileage estimates about the life of a running shoe have varied by 800 miles per pair over the decades, who knows how many miles you will get. Only you. If your feet hurt, it’s time. What to do: Keep track of the time you have been with a shoe. You will begin to see a pattern of elapsed time. The running magazines don’t know you as well as you do so you be the boss. If you want to buy lots of shoes, be my guest!
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Elastic taping has been increasing in popularity in recent years as a way to enhance the body’s natural healing process by providing stability and support to affected muscles without restricting movement. Your Physical Therapist can determine if elastic taping will be beneficial for your injury.
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Basketball is a fast paced game that is full of repetitive arm and leg movements, leaving players particularly susceptible to wrist and ankle sprains.
Physical Therapy can help minimize the risk of injury by educating players on selecting appropriate equipment and teaching proper stretching and strengthening techniques to prepare them for the court.
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Picture your goals and let your Physical Therapist help you get there.
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Understanding Muscle strains
Muscles of the body are required for every movement, but when they’re overworked or overstretched a muscle strain can happen.
Muscle strains can lead to pain, swelling, bruising, decreased range of motion and strength, as well as muscle spasm and stiffness. Physical Therapy can help minimize pain, increase joint strength and range of motion, and improve function.
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Do you ever find yourself wondering about dinner options that are both tasty and healthy? Here are two recipes that are satisfying and nutritious!
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From: Allrecipes.com
This salad combines quinoa with extra virgin olive oil, cherry tomatoes, black beans, green onions, and fresh cilantro with lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes to create a tasty salad that’s full of fiber and protein, as well as a variety of vitamins and nutrients.
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From: Allrecipes.com
This recipe combines salmon steak with dill weed, lemon pepper and salt and pepper, and is topped with an avocado dip made with fresh avocado, yogurt, garlic and lemon juice. This healthy fish can be served over rice with a side salad or vegetable medley. This meal can be prepared in 45 minutes, and is packed with protein and fiber as well as a variety of vitamins and nutrients.
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Physical Therapy Advantage
35 S Randall Road
North Aurora, IL 60542
Phone (630) 892-8003
