Does your neck hurt? You might be suffering from stress-related pain — also called a tension headache. During anxiety, muscles tense up. As muscle tension tightens, the back, shoulders and neck are affected. The more pressure they cause, the more discomfort you get. Let’s take a closer look at stress-related neck pain.
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factors — low, but constant, trapezius muscle activity. If your neck pain starts at the base of your shoulders, traveling upward, it may be stress related. Causes of Stress-Related Neck Pain While stress alone can trigger neck pain, a few factors can make it worse. Office environments tend to create neck pain problems — as they confine people to chairs, bad posture and little mobility. Driving often, too, can make your chances of stress-related neck pain higher. The U.S. National Library of Medicine suggests contacting a professional if you’re experiencing neck pain. Even if it’s caused by stress, untreated neck pain might later reveal muscle spasms, arthritis, bulging discs or even narrowed spinal nerve openings. Call Rebound Physical Therapy today at (208) 344-2525. Physical therapists at both our Parkcenter and West State locations can help you find the source of your neck pain and guide you along the way to achieve greater health.
Does your neck hurt? You might be suffering from stress-related pain — also called a tension headache. During anxiety, muscles tense up. As muscle tension tightens, the back, shoulders and neck are affected. The more pressure they cause, the more discomfort you get. Let’s take a closer look at stress-related neck pain. Is My Neck Pain Caused by Stress? Pain worsened by keeping your head in one place — like when you’re driving, or using a computer — is neck pain. While neck pain has a slew of symptoms, its major symptoms, reported by Mayo Clinic, are: • Muscle tightness and spasms • Headaches • Decreased ability to move the head Stress-induced neck pain isn’t rare. It also isn’t psychological. Many experts think stress-induced neck pain is caused by physical
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Neck pain, fortunately, can be alleviated with physical therapy. Because neck pain is often caused by activity, different activity can cure it. Sometimes, this “activity” means “no activity.” Before you contact a professional, try reducing your neck movements. Sometimes, simply letting your neck muscles relax is enough. If you don’t see relief within two weeks, contact a professional. Physical therapists can target your pain’s source by examining your symptoms. Then, they can offer exercises that stretch, flex and relax your neck muscles. In time, your neck will become more resilient — giving you the comfort you deserve. Where after-care HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP NECK PAIN
treatment is considered, custom-tailored neck exercises will assure your neck stays loose, limber and healthy. If you’re dealing with neck pain, you’re not alone. Call our office today, and schedule an assessment. Even if your neck pain is caused by stress, it still needs attention. We’ll work side by side with your goals, creating the proactive, effective programs you need to achieve mobility once more. Sources: spine-health.com/blog/how-relieve-neck-pain-caused- stress everydayhealth.com/neck-pain/neck-pain-reduce- stress.aspx
• Manual Therapy is also referred to as “hands-on therapy.” The treatment is performed by manipulating joints and soft tissue with nothing more than the hands – no intimidating equipment or machines involved! Instead, it involves a variety of techniques aimed at moving your tendons, ligaments, and joints in ways that facilitate pain relief and healing. • The most common types of Manual Therapy are: Mobilization/ Manipulation, Massage, Manual Traction, and Lymphatic Drainage. WHAT CAN IT TREAT? • Manual Therapy is used to reduce swelling, relieve pain, improve range of motion, decrease restriction, and mobilize joints. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHT0027055/ medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000802.htm newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/most-neck- pain-improves-with-self-care-time/ mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/neck-pain/ symptoms-causes/syc-20375581 Call us today at (208) 344-2525 or visit reboundptidaho.com to learn more about how our services might benefit you. We will help you get moving and take a step toward a pain-free life.
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• 1/2 tsp ginger powder • 1/4 tsp nutmeg powder • 3 eggs • 1/4 cup coconut oil • 1 cup pumpkin puree (fresh or canned) • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Ingredients • 1 1/4 cup blanched almond flour • 1/4 cup tapioca or arrowroot flour • 2 tbsp coconut flour • 1 tsp baking soda • 3/4 tsp unrefined salt • 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
“Rebound Physical Therapy has been an invaluable service since 2010. Being a fairly active person, I have had several sports (golf,
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EXERC I SE ESSENT I ALS USE THIS EXERCISE TO RELIEVE NECK PAIN skiing, and biking) related injuries over the years. These included knees, elbow, hip, shoulder, hand, and of course the back; moreover, I have relied on Tony and his team to get me back up to speed after every injury. His skill and knowledge is unparalleled. He does not just use up your allotted therapy because you have it available. If you have achieved your goals for therapy, he lets you know when it’s time to end the therapy. With the knowledge that he has imparted, you can further strengthen and work on the problem areas by yourself, knowing that you can call Tony if you run into a hitch.” - J. A.
Directions Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease a 9 inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together wet ingredients. Pour wet into dry. Mix until well incorporated. Fold in chocolate chips and pour into prepared loaf pan. Scatter extra chips on top. Bake for 50-55 minutes, until top is golden, the center is set, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow bread to cool in pan for about 15 minutes before turning out on a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving. Recipe Courtesy: savorylotus.com/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-bread-gluten-free
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extra cookie at an office party thereand italladdsup.Justthink twice before you take that food and decide if you really want it. 4. Skip the Baking Do you make baked goods for giving?Chancesareyoueatmuch ofwhatyoubake.Whowouldn’t? Instead make non-food gifts, or prepare ingredients for baked goodsandputthem inpretty jars- -let your gift recipient bake it up. Thatway,theycaneat itwhenthey want it and you don’t have to be tempted in the kitchen. 5. Hydrate Keepyourwaterbottlewithyouat all times. You should be drinking eight, 8-oz glasses of water each day.Onehandytrick istobuya64 ounce water jug. Fill it up in the morningandknow thatyouneed to finish it by the end of the day.
Levator Scapulae Stretch (Overpressure) Sit in a chair with the hand on the side of the neck to be stretched beneath you. (Alternatively, you can grab under the chair.) Use your free hand to gently pull your nose down toward your armpit so as to give your neck an extra stretch. Good stretch to use if you sit at a computer all day.
It is more important then ever to stock your kitchen with healthy foods.Havehealthysnackshandy. Themoreconvenienttheyare,the more likely you are to eat them. Instead of thinking about what you shouldn’t eat, promise to eat your3to5servingsofvegetables each day. 2. Schedule Your Exercise Your schedule will be very hectic thisholidayseason.Scheduleyour workouts just as you would any other appointment. It’s ok if you can’t make it to class, but make sure that you get some activity in at least three days per week. 3. Just Say No You probably aren’t aware how muchextrafoodyouconsume just from people offering it to you. A sample at the market here, an
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