Peak Physical Therapy - February 2020 Newsletter

This month we are discussing tendinitis. In our monthly video, we define what tendinitis is, areas of the body that you might experience tendon problems, and six ways to decrease your risk of developing tendinitis. Tendinitis is a common, so click here to learn more and make sure you share it with others.

Five Links To Review That Could Save Lives

February is Heart Health Month. As such, it’s worth sharing some important information for review. Taking proper action could save a life.

• Heart Attack - what to look for and what to do
• Brain Attack - just as bad as the heart; think FAST & take action
• SCA - Sudden Cardiac Arrest, the #1 killer of student athletes, learn more
• SCA from Mayo Clinic
• High Blood Pressure is a Killer - dealing with it through the DASH diet

Results from Your Feedback

Last month we polled readers and here’s what you all said you want more of:

1. Exercises that prevent common muscle, joint, nerve, and/or movement problems.
2. Many of you requested additional YouTube videos from credible sources.
3. 61% of you said you’d be interested in a regular "checkup" of your muscles, joints, & balance.

YouTube Video of the Month - Pain is 100% a Brain Issue

A must watch about how pain works in your body. Click here to watch it.

Physical Therapy Corner

When you or a loved one experiences a muscle or joint injury, it’s natural to want to know the cause of the pain. The problem is that imaging tests (x-ray, MRI, CT) often don’t show the cause. Here’s a good article by a physician about this. Click here to read it. The middle section is where he discusses MRI.

Let us know your thoughts, and if you know someone that could use our help, please share this with them.

Until Next Month,

Thanks from Eric Edelman BS,PT

Peak Physical Therapy and Sports Performance
www.peaktherapy.com
Email: Eric@Peaktherapy.com