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of a cranial injury or a blow to the head. As you know, such things can be fatal, and dizziness is one of the warning signs.
remember biology class, you know that the mechanisms in our inner ear help us balance. Fluid buildup in the ear or other issues can also throw off our balance and cause dizziness. These are usually easy to treat, but read on for some exceptions. Here’s the problem: Dizziness can also be a side effect of medication; a symptom associated with headaches, migraines, or neck pain; or a lingering issue from a stroke or brain injury. It can also occur in patients who have diabetes or even be the result of abnormal cell growth.
How is dizziness different from vertigo? While dizziness leaves you with the sensation that your head is spinning, vertigo leaves you feeling like your surroundings are moving or spinning. Nevertheless, both can cause imbalance, a sense of unsteadiness on your feet, or falls that can place you at risk for further injuries. And without a doubt, either can easily decrease your quality of life. How can PT help? The good news is that physical therapy is often an effective way of addressing these problems. It can help ease your symptoms, improve your balance, reduce your risk of falling, and increase your quality of life. Whether we’re helping fix vestibular ear issues or just regaining balance and movement, it’s all about making your life a little bit better with each visit. If the dizziness and vertigo discussed above sound familiar, we can help. It all starts with a consult, the beginning of your individualized treatment plan to get you back on your feet — sometimes literally! — and back to feeling steady and ready for life. Call us at (508) 794-3757 or visit ProPTInc.com to make your appointment today.
All of those are serious issues, and that’s why vertigo and dizziness shouldn’t be ignored. One of the worst possibilities is that your symptoms are the result
The Best Texas-Style Smoked Brisket
HowAre You Feeling?
Inspired by AllRecipes.com
INGREDIENTS • Wood chips • 1/4 cup paprika
Really, we want to know. Many of us started 2021 with goals and a good feeling about the year — but by now, we may be sidetracked, totally busy, or even injured. At Professional Physical Therapy, we’re here to help you get back on track, no matter what you need to make it happen. From feet to neck, and everything in between, we have the tools to leave you ready and eager for summer to begin. It’s important to remember that pain is the body’s way of telling us “stop!” — and there’s a difference between the burning that comes with regular exercise and the constant, worsening sharp pain of an injury. If your body is telling you something, do yourself a favor and schedule your next appointment by calling our office at 508-528-6100.
• 1/4 cup garlic powder • 1/4 cup onion powder • 1/4 cup salt • 1/4 cup pepper • 10 lbs brisket
• 1/4 cup white sugar • 1/4 cup ground cumin • 1/4 cup cayenne pepper • 1/4 cup brown sugar • 1/4 cup chili powder
DIRECTIONS
1. In a bowl, soak wood chips in water overnight. 2. In a large bowl, mix paprika, white sugar, cumin, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. 3. Rub spice mixture on the brisket and refrigerate for 24 hours. 4. Preheat smoker to 230 F. Drain wood chips and place them in the smoker. 5. Smoke brisket until it has an internal temperature of 165 F. 6. Remove brisket and wrap it in aluminum foil. 7. Smoke brisket further until it reaches an internal temperature of 185 F.
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