156 patients with knee osteoarthritis , and an average age of 56, were separated into 2 groups. One group was given a steroid injection, and the other group received physical therapy. Both groups were similar in terms of their level of pain and disability. The group that received physical therapy had less pain and functional disability than the group that got the injection at 1 year out. Invest in your long term well being and try physical therapy for a safer, more economical route.
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Physical Therapy versus Glucocorticoid Injection for Osteoarthritis of the Knee - PubMed
Check out our upcoming FREE webinar on hip and knee Arthritis management and the Conservative Arthritis Project.
See our website www.engagephysicaltherapymn.com for other upcoming free webinar topics.
Hey Excelsior, Shorewood, Greenwood, Tonka Bay area folks. Check out our new program.
What is Telehealth or Video conferencing? Check out this video explanation. A great alternative now and at anytime when getting into the clinic is difficult.
Call for free consult and for more information with Engage Physical Therapy and Wellness. 612-888-9882
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Hello friends of Engage PT and Wellness. I am offering a free webinar on Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain. Join me Saturday October 24th at 9:00 am
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A very interesting study about the downstream consequences of inappropriate MRI use for what we call non-specific low back pain was just published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine .
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11606-020-06181-7
Non-specific low back pain means that there are no significant signs of serious problems warranting an x-ray or MRI, and in fact the pain is likely coming from a variety of factors. 90% of low back pain is non-specific.
This study observed that early MRI was associated with excess surgery, greater use of prescription opiods, worse outcomes, and a higher cost of care.
Sign up for my free E-Book on Myths and Facts about Low Back Pain and Tips for Managing It at www.engagephysicaltherapymn.com
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Announcing Thai Bodywork and Massage.
Welcome Jamie Reinbold, master Thai bodyworker to Engage Physical Therapy and Wellness on Thursday Oct. 15th. We have 3 slots available at 10:00am, noon, and 2:00 pm.
Thai Bodywork uses movement, rhythmic muscle and tendon cross fiber stroking, acupressure and breathing. The treatment can be vigorous or gentle depending on client preference. Because the treatment is done on a well padded floor mat, you do need to be able to get up and down off the floor. All Covid precautions will be taken. Call Sue at 612-888-9882 or email at suek@engagephysicaltherapymn.com to reserve your spot.
FB friends and community members: It's Halloweek in Excelsior. All week there are fun business promotions and family friendly contests including mask decorating and a scavenger hunt. Both contests include some cool prizes for the winners.
As part of Halloweek, I am hosting a free injury clinic tomorrow Tuesday October 26th from 5-7 pm, for the active adult. If you are wanting to keep walking, running, cycling, swimming, golfing or doing other activities you love, come have a free screen to help you get on the right track. See the schedule below.
https://www.excelsior-lakeminnetonkachamber.com/halloweekschedule.html
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A great resource for older adults to stay active. This was created by a PT student Kylie Roberts in honor of her grandmother who died of Covid.
https://www.choosept.com/resources/detail/maintaining-health-and-fitness-tips-older-adults
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Maintaining Health and Fitness: Tips and Exercises for Older Adults
Final Newsletter of the Year- What's New and Happy Holidays. - https://mailchi.mp/7e8baaaf4f97/wh9zip6pyi
Hot off the press. A new study is the first to evaluation physical therapy vs surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome, as long as four years out after diagnosis. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition where a nerve is compressed in the hand leading to numbness and tingling, pain, and/or weakness in the hand. Physical therapy consisted of 3 sessions of some manual therapy and exercise, as well as teaching self management exercises at home.
Short term physical therapy vs surgery for many years of relief- I know what I would chose. Call us so we can help with an accurate diagnosis as well as reducing your symptoms and allowing you get back to all your valued activities.
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Manual Therapy Versus Surgery for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: 4-Year Follow-Up From a Randomized Controlled Trial - PubMed
As this infographic illustrates and discusses, we are now more than ever fighting 2 pandemics that can be very inter-related; Covid-19 and physical inactivity. As sitting, and being indoors becomes more prevalent at this time, risk factors for many major health conditions go up, including premature death. Engaging in physical activity has never been more important for your immune system, and even reducing the effects of Covid-19. Reaching recommended activity levels can be done in small bursts of 5 minutes throughout the day to make a difference. If you or someone you know are struggling to get more active- reach out to let us help.
