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Life is beautiful, but not always pretty. Injuries happen and maintaining your health can be challe

10/27/2025

Want to Reduce Pain & Move Easier? 🙌

Give OrthoSport Physical Therapy a Call ☎️ Today for a 🆓 Consultation.

It is about time to start living life to its fullest. 😁
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10/09/2025

It’s National Physical Therapy Month. 📆 We appreciate our patients. If it weren’t for you, we wouldn’t be here. 💕

- Veli & SP
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09/26/2025

Stay Steady: Tips for Fall Prevention 💪

Every year, 1 in 4 people over age 65 experiences a fall, and unfortunately, 1 in 5 of those falls results in serious injuries like broken bones or head trauma. While falls are common in older adults, they're not an inevitable part of aging. Research shows there are proven ways to reduce your fall risk through simple changes and targeted exercises.

Lower Body Strength is Critical

Your legs are your foundation for stability. As we age, we naturally lose muscle mass each year without resistance training. This lower body weakness directly increases your fall risk, making strengthening exercises essential for fall prevention.

Effective Lower Body Strengthening Activities:

● Walking regularly

● Water exercise (gentle on joints while building strength)

● Weight lifting or resistance band exercises

● Body weight exercises like squats and lunges

● Stair climbing

Your physical therapist can design a safe, personalized strengthening program that targets the specific muscles you need for better stability and balance.

Balance Training: Use It or Lose It

Balance is like any other skill – it requires practice to maintain and improve. Challenging your balance with simple exercises can make a real difference in preventing falls.

Simple Balance Exercises to Try

Start with these basic exercises, using a sturdy chair or counter for support if needed:

● Single-leg stands: Hold for 10-30 seconds on each foot

● Eyes-closed standing: Stand with feet together, eyes closed for 10-15 seconds

● Chair rises: Get up from a chair without using your hands

● Heel-to-toe walking: Walk in a straight line, placing one foot directly in front of the other

Important: Always have something sturdy nearby to grab if you feel unsteady, and stop if you feel dizzy or uncomfortable. Creating a Safer Home Environment

Many falls happen at home, but small, simple environmental changes can make a huge difference in your safety.

● Use night lights to improve visibility in hallways and bathrooms

● Remove loose rugs or clutter that could trip you

● Secure cords and cables out of walking paths

● Install grab bars in bathrooms near the toilet and shower

● Keep commonly used items within easy reach to avoid risky climbing

Don’t Forget About Vision & Medications

Your eyes and your medications play a big role in balance too. Don't ignore these important components.

● Have your vision checked regularly - poor eyesight can cause you to miss tripping hazards.

● Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your medications, especially if you feel dizzy, drowsy, or unsteady.

When to See Your OrthoSport Physical Therapist

If you’ve noticed more unsteadiness, or if you’ve had a fall in the past, a physical therapist can help. Our PTs can:

● Assess your balance and strength

● Create a personalized exercise program

● Teach you strategies to stay safe and confident

● Work with your doctor or pharmacist on vision or medication concerns

Bottom Line

Falls are common, but they don’t have to be part of aging. By strengthening your legs, practicing balance, and making your home safer, you can reduce your risk and stay active.

Fall Prevention, take one small step toward better balance - you’ll be glad you did.

Give us a call today. OrthoSport is here to help.

08/27/2025

School is back in session and so are fall sports! Whether your child plays soccer, football, volleyball, hockey, lacrosse or runs cross country, keeping them injury-free should be your top priority. The good news, most youth sports injuries can be prevented with the right approach.

Start with Smart Conditioning.

Conditioning is the foundation of injury prevention. Young athletes should begin training at least 4-6 weeks before their sport starts. This gives their bodies time to adapt slowly.

Start with the basics like jogging, jumping jacks, and bodyweight squats. Add sport-specific drills gradually. A soccer player might begin with light ball work, while a runner starts with short, easy distances. The key word here is "gradually" – adding too much too soon leads to injuries.

The Power of a Proper Warm-Up

Never skip the warm-up! A good warm-up is like starting your car on a cold morning. It gets everything moving smoothly. Spend 10 - 15 minutes doing light cardio and dynamic stretches. Think leg swings, arm circles, and gentle lunges. Save static stretching (where you hold the stretch) for after practice.

Recovery is Not Optional.

Here's what many parents don't realize: rest days are as important as training days. During rest, muscles repair and grow. Young athletes need at least one full rest day per week. They also need 8-9 hours of sleep each night.

Watch for signs your child needs more rest. Are they more tired than usual? Getting sick often? Complaining of aches and pains? These are red flags that they're overdoing it.

Fuel the Machine

Good nutrition powers performance and prevents injuries. Make sure your young athlete eats regular meals with plenty of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains. Don't forget hydration! Water should be their go-to drink, save the sports drinks for when they're exercising for over an hour.

Listen to Their Body.

Teach your child that pain is not normal. The old saying "no pain, no gain" is dangerous for young athletes. Some muscle soreness after hard workouts is normal, but sharp pain or pain that doesn't go away needs attention. Help your young athlete learn to pay attention to their body, and to understand the difference.

When to See a Professional

If your child has pain that lasts more than a few days, affects their daily activities, or keeps them from playing their best, it's time to see the physical therapists at OrthoSport. Early treatment prevents small problems from becoming big ones.

Remember, the goal is to keep sports fun while building lifelong healthy habits. With proper preparation and smart training, your young athlete can have a safe and successful season.

Give us a call today. OrthoSport is here to help.

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08/26/2025

It was great to see you on Friday, 8/22 at Island Nights, Dog Days of Summer.

07/30/2025

Summer-Proof Your Back: Easy Core Exercises for Pain-Free Travel and Outdoor Fun - https://mailchi.mp/575ddb027220/summerproofyourback

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46615 Michigan Avenue
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Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm

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http://orthosportonline.com/

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OrthoSport Physical Therapy Center is a privately owned independent outpatient Physical Therapy Clinic with locations in Canton, MI and Grosse Ile, MI. Clinic owner, Veli P. Sipila, PT, OMT, FAAOMPT, has over 30 years of clinical experience treating Neuro-Musculo-Articular symptoms and dysfunctions as well as teaching Orthopedic Manual Therapy (OMT) and Medical Exercise Training (MET) to physical therapists internationally.

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