Our Monthly Newsletter
2024
THE
HEALTHY LIVING NEWSLETTER
DON’T IGNORE YOUR LOWER BACK PAIN!
INSIDE OUR NEWSLETTER: • How Do We Help With Back Pain, Anyway? • Patient Success Spotlight • Recipe Of The Month: Bruschetta With Heirloom Tomatoes
2024
THE
HEALTHY LIVING NEWSLETTER
DON’T IGNORE YOUR LOWER BACK PAIN!
might indeed resolve on its own. But sudden injuries aren’t the only cause of back pain. Many people will develop back pain due to prolonged sitting, which can contribute to a weakening of the core muscles that stabilize the spine — and puts undue strain on your lower back. Your pain will never fully resolve until you work to strengthen those muscles and address those postural issues. 2. It could indicate a serious underlying condition. Not all back pain results from an injury or poor posture. Certain medical conditions, such as spinal fractures, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis, can all cause back pain. If left untreated, your symptoms will get worse, and they might bring friends, such as restricted mobility or additional complications.Our team of physical therapists can help you determine the exact cause of back pain and suggest appropriate treatment methods. If you have developed a chronic condition, we can help you manage your symptoms and work with you to delay the disease’s progression. 3. You deserve a pain-free life . Back pain may be common, but it can also be debilitating. Intense, persistent pain can keep you from staying active, which only worsens your symptoms and delays healing. It’s a vicious cycle that keeps you from fully enjoying your life. Rather than waiting for your pain to resolve, take a proactive approach with physical therapy. We’ll give you the tools to build strength, improve your posture, and get moving — so you can experience lasting back pain relief.
Are you someone who pushes through those mysterious aches and pains that crop up occasionally? Do you just assume your lower back pain will get better on its own? While this can work out, it’s not a guarantee. If you’re struggling with back pain, make an appointment with FYZCIAL and seek the treatment you deserve. Lower back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal ailments globally, with an estimated 80% of people experiencing it at some point. But just because it’s a common experience doesn’t mean it can’t cause complications: around 23% of the world’s population suffers from chronic back pain, pain that lingers for longer than three months. The good news is that physical therapy can resolve most cases of back pain through techniques like manual therapy and therapeutic exercise — no surgery or dangerous pain medications required. Even better, our therapists can often help you improve your back strength and mobility so your back functions better than before your injury. But to get to that point, you have to take the first step and make an appointment with the physical therapists at FYZCIAL. Need a little extra push? Keep reading to learn why you shouldn’t ignore lower back pain. 3 Reasons to Seek Treatment for Lower Back Pain 1. It could get worse. People develop lower back pain for all kinds of reasons. If you suffered a sudden injury, your pain
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When it comes to back pain, movement is definitely the best medicine. Research repeatedly shows that regular exercise can reduce back pain and keep it from occurring. The problem is that exercise might feel like an impossibility when you’re in pain. That’s why physical therapy is such an excellent treatment option: we make movement the center of our treatment. Once you’ve decided to not ignore your back pain, give FYZCIAL a call. Here’s what we’ll do to help you find relief: • Find the cause. Our in-depth physical assessments will help us identify precisely why you’re experiencing back pain, allowing us to develop a customized treatment plan. • Manage pain. We offer several drug-free techniques for managing pain so you can get moving again. Manual therapy, gentle mobilization exercises, and pain-relieving modalities can get you started. • Get moving. We’ll provide a tailored exercise program that suits your needs, interests, and ability levels. We can also help you strengthen your core muscles, ensuring your spine is well supported. • Prevent future pain. We’ll also help you avoid future incidences of back pain by instructing you on proper lifting techniques or offering ergonomic suggestions for your workspace.
Today’s the Day to Stop Ignoring Your Back Pain! Want to take action? The first step is simple: call FYZCIAL to schedule an initial consultation. Then wave your back pain goodbye as you embark on a journey to long-term relief! Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7186678/ • https:// pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32669487/ •https://www.physio-pedia.com/Low_ Back_Pain
RECIPE OF THE MONTH: BRUSCHETTA WITH HEIRLOOM TOMATOES
INGREDIENTS • 1½ lbs ripe tomatoes (preferably heirloom), cored and diced (3 to 4 tomatoes) • ¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives, finely chopped • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil, plus more for serving • ¼ teaspoon salt • A few grinds freshly ground black pepper • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided • 1 good quality baguette, cut into scant ½-in-thick slices on the bias • 1 clove garlic, halved lengthwise
DIRECTIONS: Preheat the oven to 425°F and set a rack in the middle position. In a medium bowl, combine the tomatoes, olives, balsamic vinegar, basil, salt, pepper, and ⅓ cup of the oil. Toss to combine, then taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. (If the tomatoes aren’t as sweet as you’d like, add ⅓ teaspoon sugar.) Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet. Brush both sides of the bread with the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil. Bake for about 10 minutes, until crisp and golden on the bottom. Using tongs, flip the bread slices so the golden side is facing up. Rub the top side of each slice with the cut side of the garlic, going back and forth once (or twice, if you like your bruschetta extra garlicky). Transfer the toasted bread to a serving platter and top each slice with a spoonful of the tomato mixture. Sprinkle the bruschetta with more basil. Serve within 10 minutes so that the bread stays crisp.
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Patient Success Spotlight
FEBRUARY IS HEART HEALTH MONTH When’s the last time you thought about your heart health? According to the National Library of Medicine, an estimated 16.3 million Americans aged 20 and older have coronary heart disease (CHD). The symptoms of CHD include heart attacks and chest pain. In the United States, 7.9 million individuals have suffered from heart attacks, and 9 million have experienced chest pain. These statistics can be alarming, but rest assured that there are several ways you can help improve your heart health! The therapists at FYZICAL have put together a list of manageable lifestyle changes you can make as soon as today to ensure good heart health for years to come. 1. Exercise regularly Regular physical activity can help you gain muscle strength and endurance. Exercise helps your cardiovascular system work more efficiently by delivering oxygen and nutrients to your tissues. If you are not currently exercising regularly, start by taking a ten- minute walk around your neighborhood each day. From there, increase the amount of time you walk each day and quicken your pace. You will eventually be able to work up to a more strenuous activity, like running or biking. 2. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables According to a study published in the International Journal of Epidemiology, eating ten servings of fruits and vegetables a day can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease by 28% and premature death by 31%. Ten servings may sound like a lot, but remember that there are many ways to up your fruits and veggies intake. You could add fruit to your water, add vegetables to your fruit smoothie, and snack on carrots and hummus during the day instead of chips. 3. Manage your stress Did you know that there are over 1,400 biochemical responses to stress? Some of these include a rise in blood pressure and a faster heart rate. For these reasons, stress can have long-term adverse effects on your health. Try to take the time out of your day to practice mindfulness and check in with your body. Deep breathing activities and meditation can do wonders for anxiety. Practicing yoga may also help you decrease your stress levels.
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