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Greetings!!
Chronic Inflammation: A Whole Different Animal
 Inflammation is something familiar to all physical therapists. Decreasing joint or soft tissue inflammatory conditions that cause pain and stiffness is part of our job. After a spill from a mountain bike, or a ski accident, acute inflammation is an issue. And, it's part of what we address to promote healing.
But what if you are stiff and sore all over? It might be shoulder pain when you slept wrong, followed by back pain after pulling weeds, and neck pain after a long bike ride. The pain roves around, making more or less noise depending on activity and stress levels. That scenario sounds more like chronic inflammation, and it's a whole different animal.
At Alta, we are good at making pain go away, until the next circumstance causes the next problem. Is there some underlying condition that prompts you to make another appointment, just in case, for next month? Don't get me wrong, it's easier to treat a problem early, so make the appointment. But in the meantime, do you ever wonder why some people are always dealing with aches and pains?
A truly holistic approach to healthy joints requires a look at the bigger picture. That includes evaluating inflammation triggers, because chronic inflammation affects your health, joints and all. Chronic inflammation has been in the news for a while now, with implications in heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis. Whole books have been written about the subject and the information can be overwhelming and confusing.
Fortunately, only a handful of factors commonly contribute to chronic inflammation. Take a personal inventory - improving any of these factors will help you feel better. Learn more... |
The September New Year's Resolution If you've ever gotten off on the wrong foot with exercise, you know how discouraging it is to be geared up, only to end up back on the couch after a few weeks. You might have been sidelined by an injury, or started off so hard, you could barely move the next day. Having an expert coach you through the initiation phase can make all the difference in adopting a successful life style change. This five-session package includes all elements of a well-rounded exercise program, depending on each individual's needs. Think of it as a buffet: You see all the offerings, and with your therapist, choose what makes sense for you. Is an old knee injury keeping you off the hiking trails, or are you unsure how to start exercising without the usual three steps forward /four steps back? Boulder can be an intimidating place if you've never run a mile, much less the Bolder Boulder. Using a special tool, the Selective Functional Movement Assessment, we uncover key problems in functional movement. As functional movement normalizes through exercise, the whole body moves in a more integrated way, and areas once stiff are free  to join the party. When your whole system contributes to each movement, the burden on each segment is lessened. You will feel better before you even figure out how it happened. Once you start to exercise regularly and without pain, you'll wonder how you ever got along without exercise. Don't be burdened by resolutions you made January 1. Make a September resolution now! Imagine this scenario: Suzy has never really exercised. Sure, she tried one January as a New Year's resolution and another time in the spring, to get ready for shorts and tank tops, but nothing lasted. Exercise wasn't part of her lifestyle. Learn More... |
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FREE PASSES
If you have not yet experienced the newest athletic club in town, now is your chance! Colorado Athletic Club is offering 3 day passes. Come by ALTA to pick up a pass and enjoy working out in a brand new, fully equipped exercise facility. It's fabulous!_____________________
FREE SCREENS
Erin Dunham PT, DPT will be at Runner's Roost September 21st, from 5-6:30 p.m. offering free 15 minute physical therapy screens. Call the store to sign up TODAY. Slots fill quickly. Runner's Roost is at 459 S. McCaslin. Boulevard.Call: 303-926-7653._____________________
ALTA in the Community
Erin Dunham PT, DPT spoke to high school cross-country runners from Monarch, Centaurus, and Fairview High Schools in August and early September. Runner's Roost in Louisville hosted the talks. Erin presented information on early signs and symptoms of injuries in high school runners, as well as how to prevent and treat those injuries. She was also on hand to discuss specific injuries with several athletes and to help with gait analysis and shoe fitting.Erin and Mike Kohm, PT were participants in a Wellness fair at Array Biopharma, and performed over 20 mini bike fits for grateful employees. If your company has a wellness fair, talk to us. We are happy to give free advice!_____________________
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