NEWSLETTER www.fyzical.com/cordele HEALTH & WELLNESS
Does going for a walk sound like a big pain in the back? For those who struggle with chronic back pain, even the basic task of going for a walk can be overwhelming and painful. Back pain can strike at any time. Whether in the upper back, surrounding the neck and shoulders, or in the lower back at the lumbar or sciatica, back pain is something that no one likes to deal with for too long. Relying on pain medications to help you overcome back pain will leave you disappointed. While pain medications are frequently helpful at alleviating the discomfort of your back pain for a short period of time, they are not capable of resolving the issue that is causing your pain to develop in the first place. The only thing that can actually fix your back pain is addressing the issue that is causing your pain head on. Physical therapy is a great resource for addressing your back pain and can be a helpful tool in getting you back on your feet. Whether it is following a sudden injury or a chronic issue that has developed over time, physical therapy could be the answer to helping you enjoy life free of back pain. Give us a call to get started on relieving your back pain! Walking Your Way Pain Free Walking is a great formof exercise, but more than that, it is a necessity of life. When you can’t walk due to pain, even basic tasks become complicated. Getting out of bed in the morning, getting to and from work, moving your way around the office, and even spending time with family on the weekends all rely heavily on your ability to walk. If your back pain is interfering with your ability to move freely, then you know it is time to start doing something so you can Love Your Life again. Conveniently, walking is more than a goal when it comes to back pain, it could be part of the solution! Working with one of our therapists to develop improved strategies and techniques with your walking could help you to get back on your feet even sooner than you thought possible. What’s more, for those who are able to walk, getting on your feet more often with targeted exercises could help you find relief from back pain even sooner than expected. Fixing Your Stride When you are experiencing regular back pain—especially if you are experiencing back pain while walking—you should consider ways that you support your back. There are several things that you can do at home to improve your stride, which can make a significant difference when it comes to managing back pain day-to-day. Here are several ways that you can start taking care of your back with each step you take: WALK AWAY FROM BACK PAIN
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“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3
1. Make sure that you are wearing the right types of shoes. While the golden rule for walking is to wear sneakers, not all sneakers are created equally. You need to wear a sneaker that is going to provide you with the arch support that meets your individual needs. This may mean upgrading from your minimal support sneaker to something more athletically designed. 2. Try a custom insert. Of course, you can’t wear sneakers all the time. When you are at the office, professional footwear matters. You may find it helpful to have custom orthotics made for your work shoes so that you can have more arch support around the clock. You can find a variety of custom orthotics available at our clinics! 3. Learn how to improve your posture. If you are slouching when you walk, then that may be impacting the way that your back feels. Our physical therapists can evaluate your posture to determine if any imbalances or weaknesses could be causing your back pain, and then provide exercises, stretches, and other tips on how to improve your posture, and in turn relieve your back pain. Even if something else is making it hard to walk such as knee pain, hip pain, or fear of losing your balance, physical therapy is the place to start. Our therapists can identify what may be “off” in your body, and work on correcting it, while providing you with exercises and resources to continue your recovery at home, too. If you’re not walking the way you used to, and want to regain your independence, give us a call today! (229) 273-9445.
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