Kurtz Kenneth & Assoc Physical Therapy

As the Holiday seasons approach, the topic we are going to look at today covers the effect diet can have on pain response. We all know how diet can effect certain conditions like heart disease and diabetes, but the article this week looks at how it effects chronic pain and pain sensitivity.

This week we are going to re-visit the subject of pain science and the influence psychology has on pain. The article discusses how your mindset regarding pain can actually influence your bodies response and lead to increased pain. Just like when we looked at pain science a few months ago, this article isn't suggesting that your pain isn't real or that you can think it away, we just want to use it as another tool to help our patients feel better.

As the colder weather starts the come in, and with it cold and flu season, we would like to share an article that discusses the impact of your mindset and daily routine on illnesses. As the article mentions, preventing illnesses isn't as simple mind over matter and we can't just think away the sickness. That being said, it can impact our immune response and any extra tool we have to help us stay healthy is beneficial. https://www.painscience.com/articles/why-do-we-get-sick.php

Arthritis is one of the most common causes of joint pain but often times people have questions regarding arthritis like what causes it and why is it so painful. The article we are looking at this week discusses a study about arthritis and the factors that contribute the pain that it causes.

Here is your reminder get out and start moving, even something as simple going for a walk everyday is beneficial. Regular exercise has been shown to improve musculoskeletal and cardiovascular health as well as influence chemicals in your brain that contribute to chronic pain. This week we found an article that discusses research on this very topic.

This week we are going to continue with the same topic from last week and look at an article that discusses the impact of sleep on the body. The article discusses a study that looks at the actual physiological changes that occur w/ sleep deprivation and how they impact pain signaling.

Our pool hours continue to expand, now open 4 days a week (Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri) with appointments scheduled from 9 am to 2 pm. Aquatic therapy has been shown to provide relief for low back pain and arthritic joint pain. The buoyant nature of water reduces pressure on your spine and joints and the warm water provides pain relief and helps relax tense muscles. Call today to schedule an evaluation and get set up with aquatic therapy. 716-631-1212