TrinityPT_You Can Win Against Back Pain

BACK PAIN PREVENTION T I P S Y O U C A N U S E T O S T A Y I N T H E G A M E

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 facing the object. Squat, keeping your spine straight. Lift with your leg muscles, as this will reduce the pressure placed on your spine. 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 and neck aligned. If you’re sitting, don’t slouch. Use Strength Training Your body has hundreds of muscles. Thesemuscles protect and control your spine. By lifting weights, running and swimming, you can keep

them strong. Train your coremuscles. In doing so, you’ll easily control quick, lifting movements. It never hurts to visit a physical therapist, 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.

To find out more about how we can help you achieve freedom from your back pain, call us at (832) 224-4735 or visit us at TrinityPhysicalTherapyTexas.com to schedule your free 15-minute consultation.

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

OUR SERV I CES • Physical Therapy • Body Weight Support System • Cupping • Dry Needling • Electrical Stimulation • Ergonomic Training • Functional Functional Movement Assessment • Spinal Manipulation • Therapeutic Exercise

DRY NEEDLING F E AT UR E D S E RV I C E

WHAT I S DRY NE E D L I NG? • Based on Western medicine principles and research, Dry needling is a safe and effective method of treatment that works to reduce pain and muscle tension, while simultaneously improving mobility. • Your physical therapist will insert a sterile acupuncture needle through the skin, into the underlying tendons, ligaments, or muscles that have been affected, in order to relieve pain, decrease muscle tension, and improve mobility. HOW CAN DRY NE E D L I NG H E L P? • Proven to t reat numerous musculoskeletal issues, dry needling enhances the body’s ability to heal, ultimately reducing pain in the process.

• Manual Therapy • McKenzie Method • Myofascial Release • Selective

Movement Screening

• Graston

Technique

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