Action Rehab Hawaii

Day 7-11: 5-9 DAYS POST-OP FROM ACL SURGERY

Today we continue of our series “Diary of a Physical Therapist: ACL Surgery and Recovery from Jujitsu”.

🏋️‍♀️ I’m already thinking about life post-ACL reconstructive surgery. As an experienced PT, I know that the studies support jumping into physical therapy immediately after surgery. This helps to ensure a swift and strong recovery: 💪🏾

1. Accelerated Healing: Early initiation of physical therapy aids in jump starting the healing process by reducing inflammation, promoting circulation, and preventing scar tissue buildup, setting the stage for quicker recovery.

2. Prevention of Muscle Atrophy: Without immediate intervention, muscles around the knee can weaken due to disuse. Physical therapy exercises target these muscles early on, preventing atrophy and maintaining strength during the critical recovery period.

3. Improved Range of Motion: Post-surgery, the knee joint tends to stiffen. Physical therapy techniques, including gentle mobilization and stretching exercises, are employed to restore full range of motion, ensuring you regain flexibility and functionality.

4. Enhanced Stability: Strengthening the muscles surrounding the knee is essential for stability. Physical therapy focuses on progressively building strength, improving balance, and refining proprioception, reducing the risk of future injuries and enhancing overall joint stability.

5. Rebuild Strength: Strengthening the muscles around the knee helps to prevent future injuries. PT sessions post-surgery are tailored to gradually rebuild strength, improve balance, and enhance proprioception, allowing you to return to your daily activities and sports with confidence.

My Team at Action Rehab Hawaii has been taking good care of me. We treat our patients like ohana. I have the utmost confidence in them with my rehab journey!! Thank you Team Action Rehab Hawaii!!

DAY 2: ACL SURGERY DAY!!

Today is the second day of our series “Diary of a Physical Therapist: ACL Surgery and Recovery from Jujitsu”.

Learn first-hand real-life experiences from me, Cindy Oania, Head Physical Therapist at Action Rehab Hawaii as I go through my very own ACL surgery and PT journey of rehabbing my knee from a Jujitsu injury.

Today I underwent ACL reconstruction surgery with Bone-Patellar-Tendon-Bone (BTB) allograft. (More on why I chose an allograft vs. autograft later).

Post Op: Elevation, compression, and ice. I was sent home with crutches and allowed to walk with my knee brace unlocked.

Pro Tips:

1️⃣ Stretching: I’ve been stretching every hour to tolerance and not forcing it.

2️⃣ Pain Meds: I’m taking my pain meds to stay ahead of the pain as the achiness has started to increase.

3️⃣ Crutches: My crutches weren’t fitted correctly so I had to make adjustments. I follow the 2, 4, 6 rule - 2 inches from the armpit, 4 inches out to the side of foot, and 6 inches in front of the foot. Hand grips should be high enough to keep elbow bent to about 20-30 degrees. Armpits should not rest on the crutch pads!

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DAY 1: PREPARING FOR ACL SURGERY

Today we start our series “Diary of a Physical Therapist: ACL Surgery and Recovery from Jujitsu”.

Learn first-hand real-life experiences from me, Cindy Oania, Head Physical Therapist at Action Rehab Hawaii as I go through my very own ACL surgery and PT journey of rehabbing my knee.

How to prepare for ACL surgery from a Jujitsu injury rolling on the mat. Let’s begin with the question of “What can I do to get my body in good condition for surgery?”.

Let me paint the picture for you. I just blew out my knee rolling on the mat. I was able to get in to see my Orthopedic Surgeon within 48 hours and the MRI confirmed a torn ACL and MCL. (I was proactive and made this happen as soon as possible. I always advise being your own health care advocate when it comes to your body.)

Pro Tips:
1️⃣ ACL Surgery: If you are going to have ACL surgery, don’t put it off because your muscles will begin to atrophy. The sooner you can get into surgery, the better.

2️⃣Pre-Surgery Conditioning: Make sure you have full range of motion or get it as good as possible for your level.

3️⃣ Walking: Try walking with a normal gait (full extension / straightening your leg). This will help improve post-operational recovery.

Tomorrow is the big day - Surgery Day! Like and follow to journey with me on my ACL rehab experience.

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We get asked this question a lot!
✨ 1. If I currently have knee osteoarthritis and get steroid and/or hyaluronic knee injections, can PT help me?

The answer is Yes!!! PT is appropriate for you. While PT can’t reverse osteoarthritis in the knee, it can help slow it down and protect the joint by improving strength and flexibility. PT Can also teach you how to move in ways that put less stress/compression on the knees.

DM or call us to schedule a consultation at 808-8081597-1555.

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✨Mistakes I made this year that many of you can probably relate to. See below ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️ ✨

The mistake I made this year is not putting my healthcare first. Often times we get so. Yay taking care of everyone else, whether it’s family, friends, or patients that we forget to take care of our health first. I’m certainly guilty of it (and I work in health care). So I wanted to let you know that it’s okay. Every day is a new day to start over.

Well the end of the year is coming up. And if you’ve already met your deductible, it may be a good time as any to take care of any nagging injuries ghat you’ve been putting off. Give ya a call and our team of dedicate professionals and Physical Therapists will walk you through the necessary steps. Much mahalos and we look forward to working with you. ❤️🤙🏾

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Aloha and welcome to Action Rehab Hawaii Physical & Massage Therapy services. A little peek inside our clinic. Our aim is to make you feel at home ❣️

🏈🔥 You don’t want to miss these game changing Pro-Tips!! 👇⬇️

Part 3: It’s Game Time! 🔥🏈
Welcome back, football enthusiasts! 🙌 Today, we’re wrapping up our 3-part series on Pro Tips to Prevent Football Injuries, and we’re saving the best for last. 🏆💪

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🏈🌴Attention all Football Players!! Discover 3 Pro Tips that would change your life 🤙🏾

We are diving deeper into the football season!! It’s time for Part 2 of our Football Injury Prevention Series. Today, we’re focusing on those pesky Sprains and Strains that will keep you sidelined.

Stay tuned for Part 3 of our Pro Tip Football Prevention series that you don’t wanna miss!!


We are diving deeper into the football season!! It’s time for Part 2 of our Football Injury Prevention Series. Today, we’re focusing on those pesky Sprains and Strains that will keep you sidelined.

Stay tuned for Part 3 of our Pro Tip Football Prevention series that you don’t wanna miss!!

🏈🚑 Are you ready for some FOOTBALL?! It’s football season and you you know what that means?! Yes, more and more injuries!

In our 3 part series, we tackle the 3 Top Football Injuries and provide you with some game-changing prevention tips!! So you can stay in the game and keep those touchdowns coming! 🚑🏈

Tag a friend who could use these helpful tips!!

Real talk. How do you choose a Physical Therapist? Where do you even begin??!

At Action Rehab we believe that the patient and therapist relationship is absolutely paramount to healing. We believe in empowering our patients with education and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed. Please ask us questions! That’s what we are here for.

DM us or call at 808-597-1555 for any PT questions! We’re here to help!

Happy Monday! Want to know what our patients say about their experiences at Acruon Rehab Hawaii Physical Therapy? Scroll through and check out our Yelp and Google reviews!

Have questions n how to get started with PT, DM us or call at 808 597-1555.

Have a nagging unjustly that has been@holding you back from reaching optimal health? We got you covered.

DM or call us at 808-597-1555 to schedule your evaluation. We can walk you through the process every step of the way!

Suffering from a nagging injury? Planning a surgery? Or if you’re looking for ways to improve your fitness level, can help! The first step is to schedule a PT evaluation. We can help assess your needs and develop your individual treatment plan.

Dm us or give us a call at 808-597-1555. 💙🤙🏾

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Happy Labor Day!! Definitely take some time for some self-care on this amazing Sunday!! .

Ready to tackle that nagging injury or strengthen certain muscle groups? Our Physical Therapists are here to help!

We accept most major insurances: HMSA, UHA, HMAA, United, Aetna, Worker’s Comp, Tricare, etc.

Dm or call us at 808-597-1555 🤙🏾

🏃‍♀️ Calling all Runners: Stay Alert!! Today we will discuss Part 6 of the Top 10 marathon pitfalls to avoid.

Have you ever experienced stress fractures before? What causes them? And 3 Pro Tips for a smoother race journey. 🏁

🏃‍♂️ TRAINING FOR A MARATHON???! BEWARE!!

Learn the top 10 marathon pitfalls to sidestep, starting with IT Band Syndrome.

Master gradual training, strength routines, and biomechanics for a smoother race journey. 🏁 🤙🏾

🏥 Don't let injuries halt your marathon dreams! 💪🏾

Today we discuss PART 4 of the TOP 10 Running Injuries that can sideline your race goals.

Today, we're diving into (drum roll!): Plantar Fasciitis. 😟

Plantar Fasciitis: is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. It causes heel pain and is often linked to tight calf muscles, improper footwear, or excessive running on hard surfaces.

Scroll through for some Pro Tips on how to prevent this common injury!

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Today in Part 3 of our Top 10 Most Common Running Injuries we discuss Achilles Tendonitis.

Scroll for 3 Pro Tips for prevention and treatment.

Don’t let this injury sideline your marathon!!

Drop a 💪🏾 if you found these tips helpful!!

Have any nagging running injuries? Or need help optimizing your performance in time for the Honolulu Marathon?!

Let our team of world class Physical Therapists and Massage Therapists help you.

It’s T-minus 3 months. Don’t let running injuries sideline you in this final stretch. You’ve worked too hard!

DM or contact us at 808-597-1555 for a consultation.

What they don’t tell you about Physical Therapy!!!

Did you know that you can self refer to Physical Therapy in the state of Hawaii??

However, most insurances require a referral from your Provider.

However, some insurances like UHA actually allows 8 sessions without a referral.

If you’re looking to get into PT, have questions or unsure of the process, just give us a call. We have a dedicated team who can help you navigate the process.

Action Rehab: 808-597-1555

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🌟 Three Tips to Reduce Lower Back Pain: 🌟
1️⃣ Maintain Good Posture: Correct alignment supports your spine and reduces strain.
2️⃣ Engage in Regular Exercise: Strengthening core muscles can provide support and relieve stress on your back.
3️⃣ Stretch Often: Keeping muscles flexible helps prevent stiffness and pain.
🏥 Physical Therapy Matters: what this means to you is PT can significantly enhance mobility, promote healing, and teach you preventive measures for lasting relief.

We are always here to support you and your ohana ❤️💙💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

Aloha and Happy Hump Day!! Just a friendly reminder to practice some self-love.

I know there are people out there struggling to get out of bed due to physical, emotional, and mental pain. That pain is real and you are valid for feeling it for whatever reason. YOU matter and know you’re not alone.

Tag a friend who may need to hear this today. Sending lots of aloha ❤️🤙🏾

Happy hump day! Just a friendly reminder to practice some self-care!!!

Tag a friend who needs to hear this 🤙🏾

🌴Aloha! Discover the power of good posture at our Hawaii PT clinic. Proper alignment enhances well-being, prevents pain, and keeps you injury-free. Stand tall, relax your shoulders, and join us in embracing the beauty of optimal posture.

Motivation Monday! Cultivate a healthy and positive mindset. Thoughts create action, action creates patterns, and patterns develop into behaviors. This will dictate the quality of your life.
At the end of the day, you have one life to live. Make sure it’s an AMAZING one! Happy Aloha Monday to you all!! 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾