LIVE A HEALTHIER LIFE WITH PHYSICAL THERAPY!
Continued from previous page. What Is Good Posture?
EXERCISE ESSENTIALS CLAMSHELL BRIDGE (WITH EXERCISE BAND) Start by lying on your back with knees bent, feet flat on floor and arms at your sides with palms down. Wrap a band around your legs just above your knees. Engaging the abdominals and squeezing the buttocks, slowly lift hips up towards the ceiling. While your hips are raised, spread your knees apart against the band and let them come back in slowly. Repeat for 3 sets of 10 reps each.
Good posture involves training your body to stand, walk, sit and lie in positions where the least strain is placed on joints and supporting muscles. This includes how we move, like our lifting postures or reaching postures. When the spine is in its natural position, the vertebrae stack up over one another. This is what people think of as good posture. When we stack the vertebrae properly, the body can absorb the forces of gravity and the stresses from everyday activities. Learning to find your ideal posture is key to moving and feeling better. Your body is designed to align perfectly to allow for proper movement, proper breathing, and blood circulation. The spine does not like to remain in one position for extended times, which means our posture should move. Our therapists can help teach you to find your neutral spine posture to counteract the slouching, alleviate your pain and improve your overall health! What To Expect From Your Physical Therapy Sessions Physical therapy is a great way to regain normal posture. Our physical therapists are experts in movement, and they are great resources to have when trying to achieve your physical performance goals. They will aid you in improving your balance, stability, flexibility, and mobility, all of which will positively affect your posture. At your initial evaluation, your physical therapist will perform functional testing to identify which weakened areas of your body are causing your back pain. Afterward, they will create a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. Treatment plans typically include manual therapy and targeted exercises to alleviate pain and regain proper function. Exercise for postural improvement has been proven to enhance posture and improve pain. In addition to manual therapy and exercise sessions, other treatments and modalities may be added to your treatment plan as your physical therapist deems fit. This will all focus on improving your posture, increasing strength, and, most importantly, relieving pain. If you are experiencing back pain, your posture may be to blame. Fortunately, Heart of Texas Physical Therapy is ready to help you begin your journey toward long-lasting pain relief. Contact our office today to schedule a consultation and learn how physical therapy can help you find your ideal posture!
OMELET MUFFINS
INGREDIENTS • 10 large eggs • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped • 1 cup frozen cut spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 2 green onions, finely chopped • 1/4 tsp salt
Directions: Preheat oven to 325°F. Coat a 12-cup muffin tin liberally with the cooking spray. In a large bowl, beat the eggs together. To bowl, add the bell pepper, spinach, green onions, salt, and ¼ cup water. Season with pepper. Divide egg mixture among muffin cups. Bake 20–25 min., until eggs are set. Let stand 5 min. before removing from muffin tin. Wrap omelets individually in plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 4-5 days. Remove from plastic wrap and
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microwave 30-60 seconds or until warm. Source: https://www.savoryonline.com/recipes/208593/spinach-and-pepper-omelet-muffins
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