How Physical Therapy Helps
• Prolonged engagement in sedentary behavior, including sitting at a desk for eight hours or moreconsecutivedaysoftheweek,orspending free time on the couch or otherwise relaxed. Aerobic activity and strength training exercises actually make it possible to reduce your risk of injury and to improve your ability to overcome back pain by strengthening the vertebrae and improving blood flow and nutrient disbursement throughout theback.Whenyouare inactive,blood flow can actually become impeded, and this can have a negative effect on the overall health of your back and spine. How Physical Therapy Helps Anyonewhohasstruggledwithbackpaincan tell you plain and simple: When your back is hurting, there isnowaytopretendthat it isn’t.Simplygoing fromsedentaryactivity tobeingactiveandhealthy
Understanding the Why and How Therearea lotofdifferent reasons thatbackpain can develop. Even when you break down injuries, whether from overuse or athletic pursuits, there are different problems that can develop. Sprains andstrainsarecommon,butsoare issueswiththe vertebrae,bloodflow,andevenconcernsregarding the spinal nerves. You might be amazed to discover the different factors thatcouldbe influencingyourbackhealth. Such as: • Yourpersonal levelofphysicalactivity, including howoftenyouexerciseand the intensityofyour typical workouts. • The types of shoes that you wear, in addition tohow frequentlyyouwalk indifferent typesof shoes, particularly shoes that lack support or those with high heels.
isn’tanoption—at leastnotsoeasily. It takestime andeffort,andwhenbackpain isobstructingyou from getting started, it requires help. Physical therapy can help you overcome back pain by giving you the knowledge and support necessary tohelpyourback feelbetter,givingyou the option to get off the couch and push yourself to reach new goals. Working with a licensed and experienced physical therapist ensures that you do not take on too much too quickly, but instead are guided through the process of healing with gradual steps. For more information about overcoming back pain, contact us!
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Roasted Acorn Squash Recipe
INGREDIENTS • 1 medium acorn squash, halved and seeded • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted • 1 tablespoon brown sugar • Kosher/sea salt to taste • Black pepper to taste
1. CALL AND TALK TO YOUR THERAPIST
2. DISCOVER WHY YOUR PAIN HAS COME BACK
DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400°. Line a baking pan with parchment paper. Combine the melted butter and brown sugar. Coat the acorn squash halves with the brown sugar mixture and season with salt and pepper. Place the acorn squash halves cut side down on the prepared pan. Roast for 30 minutes, flip the squash over and brush with juices from the pan. Continue roasting for about 20 minutes or until tender.
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