Health & Fitness Newsletter by Fit 4 Life
Health & Fitness
Where Is Your Back Pain Coming From? “ENJOY LIFEWITHOUT BACKORNECKPAIN!” The Newsletter About Physical Therapy & Personal Training
It is important to realize that you have ONE SPINE and it functions as a whole. It is not just a bunch of bones, ligaments, tendons, and discs thrown together. It is a beautiful and very complex structure that needs flexibility, strength, coordination, and good posture. What affects the top affects the bottom If you have problems with your upper neck; such as, tight muscles, poor alignment, previous injuries, whiplash, or poor posture, this can dramatically change the load and forces on your low back. (continued inside)
INSIDE: • A Simple Test • Healthy Recipe
• Patient Spotlights • Exercise Essentials
Health & Fitness The Newsletter About Physical Therapy & Personal Training
“DISCOVER THE CAUSE OF YOURPAIN” Where Is Your Back Pain Coming From?
If you sit in front of the television in a slouched position, or work for many hours at a computer, over time, your head and neck may become forward protruding. Since your head weighs between 10-12 pounds (about the weight of a bowling ball), and is now balanced forward, all your back muscles have to work harder to keep you from falling forward. Over time, this leads to pain, inflammation, and injury to the low back. Do you find when looking over your shoulder you have to turn your body a lot? When motion is limited in your neck, the ability to turn your head is compensated by over-rotating the lower back which can cause more strain and contribute to pain in this area. If you are experiencing back pain, your neck could be the cause. Give us a call today to schedule a consultation with one of our experts to learn more about what could be causing your pain!
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That’s right! In addition to our physical therapy services, Fit 4 Life offers personal training! For a limited time, for only $149, you can begin your journey to a more fit and active lifestyle by working out one-on-one with one of our personal trainers! Refer a friend or family member to Fit 4 Life today and qualify for a chance to receive a $25 Publix gift card! SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT BY CALLING TODAY! 813-907-7879 Fit4LifeTampa.com
If you are experiencing neck or back pain, Fit 4 Life has a 95% success rate! Schedule an appointment today with the best quality therapist in Florida!
A SIMPLE TEST “ Is Your Neck Causing Back Pain? ” This test will tell you if it is really your neck causing your back pain 1. Stand normally
2. Turn your head left and right as far as you can comfortably. Have your friend note how far you turn.
3. Sit in a chair and repeat the turning of your head both ways. Have your friend again note how far you turn.
4. Ask your friend if there is a difference in your neck movement, standing compared to sitting.
5. If your neck movement is more limited in sitting, then it is your neck or upper back that is tight and can be causing your low back pain.
with a friend facing you to observe your movements.
How do the clinicians at Fit 4 Life rehabilitate and relieve back pain? Our clinicians are experts trained in evaluating muscle and joint movement. First, a thorough evaluation is done to determine the source of your back pain, and ascertain if your neck
DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION TO START PHYSICAL THERAPY?
Although we see many patients sent directly by their physician, in the state of Florida, a licensed physical therapist may begin the physical therapy process by performing a full physical therapy evaluation. Fit 4 Life is accepting all AUTO Insurance and most others. We will verify benefits for you so that you can get started right away.
or upper back can be affecting it. Then, a complete plan of care is put together based on your individual needs. Not only do we treat with the latest gentle, hands-on therapeutic techniques, but we also rebuild your strength and coordination to prevent future injuries. Furthermore, we teach you how to protect your body, improve your posture and balance, and how to prevent a recurrence of pain. Give us a call today, we can help!
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is for you not to be using that cane’. I could barely walk at that time. Two months later, following the plan of care, I am virtually pain-free and do not actually use my cane as often! Thank you again, Alyssa!” – Roland W. Patient Spotlights
“I am virtually pain-free!” “When I first came to Fit 4 Life and met Dr. Alyssa Hurless, I was very skeptical of this process being of any benefit to me no matter how many times she assured me that it would be. She laid her plan for treatment down and ended by saying, ‘My plan
“My quality of life has improved!” “Multiple disc herniation’s followed by two back surgeries had substantially limited my quality of life. Day to day activities were hard; long travel was next to impossible. There wasn’t much improvement after sustained treatments at multiple physical therapy and chiropractor facilities. I discovered Fit 4 Life, as a last resort, based on recommendation by an acquaintance. I started with a physical therapy treatment which lasted a fewmonths. The amazing staff and high quality equipment at Fit 4 Life is what made the difference. Within a few months, my pain was manageable and the frequency of my back flaring up had substantially reduced.
Roland W. and Dr. Alyssa Hurless
I was able to then transition from therapy into strength training; a very unique feature which no other PT places have in the area. It’s been three years since I started with Fit 4 Life. My quality of life has improved to such an extent that my family and I have traveled to Europe and Asia multiple times and a bad back hardly holds me back from doing anything anymore. I owe this to the PT as well as training staff at Fit 4 Life, who have now become such wonderful friends.” – Hetal B.
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Hetal B.
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Staff
Vickie Wong Personal Trainer
Spotlight
I graduated in May 2015 with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion. I am presently in graduate school at the University of South Florida to obtain a Master’s of Science degree in Exercise Science with the concentration of Strength and Conditioning. I specialize in weight training and aerobic training utilizing a professional programming style utilizing reps, sets, and rest periods. I started weight training in my freshmen year of high school where I competed barely able to bench press the standard 45-pound bar at around 100 pounds. Training helped me excel very quickly in the sport and I ended up breaking the records for the school. I was an athlete all through high school and couldn’t give it up after I graduated so I knew my passion was with fitness. My goal is to help people be the best they can be (somatically and mentally). Exercise can be a fun lifestyle with the proper education and assistance. I find working with people one-on-one most effective. Therefore, Fit 4 Life could not be any more optimal for me to establish my goal. Strength is empowering.”
Healthy Recipe Eating Right Never Tasted So Good!
BRIANNA’S HEALTHY MASON JAR SALADS
Making a Mason Jar Salad is SIMPLE - Layer from Bottom to Top!
INGREDIENTS: •Dressing (2 tablespoons is usually a serving) • Non-absorbance Vegetables such as Peppers, Carrots, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. • Fruit – Blueberries, Strawberries, or Apple Slices • Vegetables that tend to absorb liquid (Cucumbers, Tomatoes) • Starch (if using) - Quinoa, Lentils, Chickpeas, Black beans (great for a Mexican Salad), or Brown Rice • Seeds, Nuts - Sliced Almonds or Cashews! You could also add Pumpkin Seeds, Sunflower Seeds, Walnuts, or Pecans • Cheese (if using) • GREENS - Spinach, Kale, Spring Mix, etc.
Strawberry Vinaigrette Dressing • 2 tablespoons Strawberry Preserves • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil • 1 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar • 1 tsp. Mustard • Dash of Pink Himalayan Salt & Pepper
DIRECTIONS: Blend together and keep in a glass, air tight container. Refrigerate until ready to enjoy!
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Exercise Essentials
Try this exercise to get you moving... QUADRUPED ALTERNATE ARM & LEG RAISE While on your hands and knees, slowly raise up an arm out in front of you. Then, slowly raise the opposite leg behind you, while keeping your back straight. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat 3 times on both sides.
Relieves lower back pain
Exercises copyright of
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Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing. Think Fit 4 Life FIRST Why You Need To Schedule An Appointment With Our Physical Therapists or Personal Trainers: � Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently & securely It’s Never Too Late To Get Fit & Active!
� Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active & healthy lifestyle
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