Health & Fitness Newsletter by Mid-Michigan Physical Therapy Specialists
The Newsletter About Your Health & Caring For Your Body GETTING TO THE CORE OF BACK & NECK PAIN
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Our goal is to serve you with such a great experience that you: Thank the person who sent you here AND Refer people that you care about to us • Important Insurance Updates • Patient Success Stories • Crossword Puzzle • Referral Club • Recipe
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If you suffer from an aching back or neck, it could simply be that your core muscles are weak. You may haveheardof the term “core”,butwhat is it?Yourcore isthefoundationofyourbodyand likeabuilding,needs tobestrongandsupportive. Ifyourfoundation isweak or crooked, then the other parts of your body, which rely on this, will not function properly. The timing and strength of various muscle contractions is critical for yourproperbodyfunction. Ifyourtiming isoffandyour musclesareweak,abnormalstrainsoccurtoyourspine, causing a lot of common aches and pains. Yourcoremusclesconsistofawidevarietyofskeletal musclesthatkeepyouerectandhelpyoumovearound ontwofeet.Thecore isagroupofmuscles inthepelvis, spine,abdominalandupperthighareas.Thesemuscles arearranged indifferentanglesthatare layeredtogive you support and stability. Most people suffer from back pain at some point Most people will experience back pain some time in
their lifeduetocoremuscleweakness.Whenthespinal joints, hip joints, sacroiliac joints and the muscles of theabdomen,pelvis,spineandhipsdon’tmovewell,a resulting strain occurs on the spine. This causes pain andcanoccuratanystageof life.However,thistypically happensaswebecomeolderand lessactiveasadults. How does the core become weak and stiff? Asimpleanswer;use itor lose it.Our lifestylestodayput usatriskforbackandneckpainwithprolongedsitting atwork,sitting inthecar,bendingforward,watchingTV, poorpostureandmanyotherfactorswhichcontribute to core weakness. Once the core is weakened, the weight of your body rests on your spinal discs, joints and ligaments causing long term damage. At Mid- Michigan Physical Therapy Specialists we know the right movements and manual techniques that have beenproven tohelppatientsgetback toanactiveand healthy lifestyle.
Mid-Michigan is excited to announce another source to connect with our patients. We invite you to view and like our page on Facebook and be entered in a monthly drawing for a $25 giftcard! We’d love to hear how physical therapy has impacted your life and how we can help even more! The WINNER of our November FB Drawing Is: Penny Prieskorn. Congrats Penny!
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Dr.BriannaCavaleri isourVestibularRehabProgramDirector.Shehasaspecial interest in dizziness and balance impairments and has attended a number of advanced seminars on this topic and is one of the most qualified therapists in thestate tohelp individualswithvestibular (dizziness)problems.DrCavaleri is a member of the Vestibular Disorders Association. If you have any vestibular problems, call Mid-Michigan Physical Therapy Specialists today! VESTIBULAR REHAB PROGRAM
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Holiday Recipe: Chocolate Hazelnut Biscotti
INGREDIENTS • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt • 1/2 cup butter, sofftened •1/2cupchocolatehazelnutspread • 1/2 cup sugar • 1/2 cup brown sugar • 1 egg • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract •3/4cupchopped toastedhazelnuts DIRECTIONS
As we look toward 2018, please email John (jdean@fowlervillept.net) and let us know your interest ( or not) in Mid-Michigan PT Specialists adding the following programs & services: • Massage Therapy • A Fall Proof / Prevention Program • A M.O.B (Medically Oriented Gym) to improve fitness after PT (under our watchful eye) • Group Exercise Classes (eg. Strengthening for Seniors) • Free Educational Workshops (what topics would you suggest?)
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Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In another medium bowl combine the butter, chocolate hazelnut spread, sugar, and brown sugar. Using an electric mixer, cream the ingredients together, about 4 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until smooth, about 1 minute. Using a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, stir in the flour mixture until just combined. Add the hazelnuts and stir until just combined. Using a tablespoon measure, spoon out the cookie dough onto a cookie sheet, spacing the mounds about 4 inches apart. Use the tines of a fork to flatten the cookie dough. Bake until lightly golden around the edges, about 10 to 12 minutes. Use a metal spatula to transfer the cookies to a wire rack and let cool.
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FREE (OR ALMOST FREE) PHYSICAL THERAPY? If you have now met your insurance deductible for 2017, the cost of you attending for Physical Therapy between now and the end of the year is likely to be minimal! So if you are having some aches and pains that you know can be helped with Physical Therapy, don’t wait until 2018 (when your deductibles likely renew) hoping the problem will resolve over time! Instead, obtain a referral from your Physician for PT as soon as feasible and call us to set up an appointment. Also, if you have a problem and you are unsure if PT can help or not, call us and inquire about a FREE Consult – that is often available to former MMPTS patients!
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We want to thank those who refer their friends and family. This is the greatest referral because it means you trust us enough to take care of those important to you. As our token of appreciation we want to thank you with a $10 Target gift card and Membership in our Referral Club. We Want to Thank You For Helping Us To Serve The Community! Join Our Referral Club Today! Thank you so much to these people who referred a friend or family member during the month of October: Referral Club Members
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Jennifer Nolan Ted Christianson Mark Cowles Dan Michalski Judy Ball Jerry Johnson
Pam Ruffini Jennifer Kaufman Jodi Billard Nancy Westmoreland Barbara Nowka Paula MacKenzie
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FREE UPCOMING EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS LEVATOR SCAPULAE STRETCH Grasp your arm on the affected side and tilt your head downward into the armpit. Use your opposite hand to guide your head further into the stretch. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat 5 times. EXERCISE ESSENTIALS Try these simple exercises to help with neck pain and posture... Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing. Hi Valued Client, www.simpleset.net WALL POSTURE Stand with your heels up against a wall. Attempt to get your heels, buttock, shoulders and head to touch the wall at the same time. Hold for 10 counts. Repeat 6 times.
• How To Prevent Injuries Associated With The Female Athlete
Wednesday, December 13th, 6:30 PM Location: The Running Lab (Downtown Brighton) There are specific injuries (principally due to body alignment) that tend to affect women more than men. Those attending this seminar will learn how these injuries can be avoided! • Low Back Pain & Sciatica Relief Without Drugs, Injections & Surgery If you or someone you know has low back pain or sciatica, that won’t resolve and limits your daily activities, this seminar will teach you the 3 most common causes of this problem AND what is proven to be the most successful treatment for remedying this problem! To register for any of these FREE Workshops/Seminars that interest you or you need some helpful advice, please call our clinic today (517-545-3200) to reserve your spot! (Events Limited To 20 People!) Saturday, January 20th , 10:00 AM Location: Howell Clinic
CO-OWNERS Glenda Maines, PT, DPT, MEd, OCS John Dean, PT, DPT, MHS, OCS, SCS
ARE YOU GOING TO BE OUR NEXT SUCCESS STORY? I WAS ABLE TO GET MY NECK MOTION BACK WITHOUT ANY PAIN!
“My experience at Mid-Michigan PT has been wonderful. When I started PT, I was not able to turn my head when driving and I was experiencing headaches. That had been going on for 6 months. When I came in for therapy, my therapists (Wendy & John) took time to teach me how important good posture is, which really helped my neck. In addition, they worked on my neck, stretching out all my joints and muscles and also showed me some exercises to do. As a result, I was able to get my neck motion back without any pain and overall my problem greatly improved. I am very thankful for their help, while I would highly recommend Mid-Michigan PT! ” - Nancy A.
I FEEL MUCH STRONGER!
“Before coming in for PT at Mid-Michigan PT, I had recurrent episodes of low back pain which was very frustrating and limiting. My family physician sent me to Mid-Michigan PT, confident they could help me. When I was first evaluated, my core was weak and my pelvis was shifted. Now, after doing the exercises I was provided, I feel much stronger and my pelvis is now straight. Dr. John and Renee are wonderful therapists and teachers. In addition, I enjoyed every minute of my treatment. Thank you so much for everything – especially that I’m leaving pain free!” - Brian S.
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• Do you suffer from aches and pain when you first get of bed, or when you stand up after sitting for a long time? • Does your back hurt after standing for an extended period of time? • Does your pain get worse as the day progresses? • Is climbing stairs difficult?
If you answered YES to one of more of these questions, don’t ignore your problem and don’t mask your problem by taking medication. Instead, take action today of our FREE OFFER! *Note, this offer is limited to the 1st 10 callers! ( Offer Expires 1/12/18) This coupon can be given to a friend or family member to use!
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