Back pain can hinder your day-to-day activities. Left untreated, it can even lead to long-term joint, spine and nerve damage. As one of the most common physical complaints, over 80 percent of the U.S. population will suffer from it at some point in their lifetime. The pain itself can hinder your ability to reach, lean, kneel, lift or bend. It can also hinder your time spent with friends and family. Direct pain aside, minor aches and cramps associated with a back pain problem can make you irritable—ruining your good time.
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Back pain can hinder your day-to-day activities. Left untreated, it can even lead to long-term joint, spine and nerve damage. As one of the most common physical complaints, over 80 percent of the U.S. population will suffer from it at some point in their lifetime. The pain itself can hinder your ability to reach, lean, kneel, lift or bend. It can also hinder your time spent with friends and family. Direct pain aside, minor aches and cramps associated with a back pain problem can make you irritable—ruining your good time. What Causes Back Pain? A few things cause back pain. The American Physical Therapy Association covers each of these, but the following are leading causes: • Spinalandabdominalmuscleweaknesses • Bad posture and bad sleeping positions • Spinal muscle and tissue damage • Improper lifting form • Limited hip, spine and thigh muscle flexibility • Poor abdominal, pelvic and back muscle coordination Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t seek treatment when back pain arises. Before they know it, they have a big problem. They might
assume nothing—except for medication—can solve their back pain. Medication might mask the pain, but it won’t cure the problem’s root cause and can lead to adverse side effects and addiction if abused. Back Pain Solutions You’re in luck: Back pain can be cured! The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke covers a number of back pain remedies. These include the use of strength exercise, physical therapy and medication. Where medication is considered, anti- inflammatory drugs, analgesic medications and counter-irritants are the most popular. Before you can treat your back pain, however, you need to know why it started. Whether you’ve tweaked a muscle or have a deeper injury, a spine specialist can help. Back Pain Prevention A little prevention goes a long way. If you want to avoid future back pain, you can make sure you’re being good to your back. Lift Properly You pick things up constantly. Even if you’re lifting something light, make sure you’re first facing the object and standing as close as possible.Thensquatwhilekeepingyourspine
straight. Lift with your leg muscles, as this willreduce thepressureplacedonyourspine. Use Good Posture When you’re standing, imagine a string is attached to the top of your head—lifting you up. This will keep your hips, spine, shoulders andneckaligned. Ifyou’resitting,don’tslouch. Use Strength Training Your body has hundreds of muscles. These muscles protect and control your spine. By lifting weights, running and swimming, you cankeepthemstrong.Trainyourcoremuscles. In doing so, you’ll easily control quick, lifting movements. Itneverhurtstovisitaphysicaltherapist,either. Get regular check-ups, and make sure your body is in good condition. If you have a history of back injuries, pain or minor aches, don’t hesitate to talk to a professional. You deserve a pain-free life, and your back will thank you. Have back pain that just won’t go away? We want to help! Call us today at (818) 953-4444 or visit us online at pmxpt.com. Sources: www.apta.org•www.acatoday.org/Patients/Health- Wellness-Information/Back-Pain-Facts-and-Statistics•www. ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact- Sheets/Low-Back-Pain-Fact-Sheet
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MEET OUR TEAM: PHILIP DO NASCIMENTO DPT, PT Positivity, drive, and the determination to meet the goals of his patients, Philip has taken these three
of delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care whileprovidingeducation inwellnessandpreventative measures. Inhissparetime,Philipenjoysplayingsoccer, following the major European soccer leagues, heading to the beach, attending local concerts, and traveling.
wordsand turned them intohis life’sworkalong with a little joie de vivre. Having received his undergraduate degree in Psychology from Rutgers University, while playing soccer for Sporting Clube de Portugal’s delegate team Den of Lions in Newark, NJ, Philip wanted to combine his passion for human behavior with sport. Philip went on to receive his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from West Coast University with the intent
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Because patients are looking for alternatives to OPIATES and other pain and inflammation medications, Dr. Steven Newton. DPT,
MBA decided that it was time for him to learn more about Cannabis. In the spring of 2019, he received a Professional Certificate in Cannabis Science and Medicine from the University of Vermont. Dr. Newton is the first Physical Therapist to obtain such a distinction in a class primarily consisting of physicians, plant biologists, pharmacists and researchers. PerformaX currently sells Hawaiian Choice CBD elixirs and a topical cream (infused with organic and wild-crafted island botanicals). Dr. Newton’s goal is to create a pamphlet specifically for the out-patient physical therapy client. Until then, he’ll be sharing here. There is a lot of confusion regarding dosing, the safest and best way to administer (vapor, elixir, edible, flower), the medicinal role of CBD vs THC as well as potential interactions with other medications. Let’s calm any fear with evidence-based dialogue. Stay tuned. Want to learn more? Visit our website at PMXPT.COM.
I’vebeentreatedbyPhilipforsciatica,piriformis, and knee issues. From my first evaluation, it was obvious he is a caring, concerned and extremely knowledgeable therapist.Hegavemehis fullundivided attention, asked me pointed questions about my issues and history, and told me what treatment regimen he haddesigned thatwouldhelpmysituation.Every time I see Philip, he greets me warmly and personally, asking how Iam feeling,and thendetermines theday’ssession based on that; He listens and truly wants to help me improve. Despite the numerous patients he sees, he is always prepared, remembers what we did last, and treats me with kindness and sincerity. I have seen continuous, remarkable improvement. Philip gives me confidence and the belief that I can get better!” - W. B.
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