Health and Wellness Newsletter: How To Help Your Aches and Pains with Physical Therapy by Heart of Texas Physical Therapy
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YOUR MORNINGS DON’T HAVE TO BE SO PAINFUL! FIND RELIEF FROM YOUR ACHES AND PAINS WITH PT!
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NEWSLETTER
YOUR MORNINGS DON’T HAVE TO BE SO PAINFUL! FIND RELIEF FROM YOUR ACHES AND PAINS WITH PT!
What Are The Most Common Aches And Pains? Aches and pains are thought to be a regular part of living on the planet, but there are times when the signals your body is giving you are being misinterpreted. Our physical therapists are skilled at identifying the root cause of your discomfort and educating you on what your body is telling you. Some of the most common symptoms people misinterpret include: • Muscle soreness • Joint stiffness • Swelling in hands and feet • Crick in the neck • An ache in the lower back • General bodily aches Although these symptoms may resolve on their own, there are times when they are pointing to a more serious condition that warrants treatment. Our physical therapists will identify and categorize your need to allow them to establish what's a familiar everyday ache and pain and what is a sign of a more serious condition.
Do you have aches and pains from time to time? After a long day out in the yard or after an afternoon of trying to keep up with household chores, do you notice that you experience stiffness and soreness? These aches and pains may be a sign or symptom of a condition that needs to be addressed. At Heart of Texas Physical Therapy, our physical therapists are skilled and figuring out what is causing your issues and how to resolve them quickly. Whether it is a lingering ache in your back, feet that feel swollen and tired after a long day, or a crick in your neck that just won't go away, dealing with aches and pains can take a toll on your overall feeling of wellbeing. Although common, sometimes these minor issues start to impact our function. What may surprise you even more, is how many people are coping with those pains without doing anything productive about it. We can show you simple steps to minimize your aches and pains and educate you on the differences between normal and injury.
Call Heart of Texas Physical Therapy today and see what you can do to resolve these annoying aches and pains before they become real problems!
If you would like to find relief for your aches and pains, call us today: 254-301-7374
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4 TIPS TO RESOLVE YOUR ACHES AND PAINS QUICKLY
You can do things at home that can alleviate pain symptoms, help to reduce the severity of your discomfort, and also reduce the likelihood that the pain will return. Here is a quick rundown of things that you can do at home: 1. When In Doubt, Move About An outdated belief about resting is one of the biggest reasons pain persists. Joints, muscles, bones, and nerves all do better when we stay active. Sedentary behavior delays your recovery and makes you even more susceptible to future aches and pains. 2. Use Hot And Cold Therapy Appropriately To Reduce Soreness After a workout or a day of doing chores out in the yard, your muscles will likely feel sore. Apply ice directly to the area that hurts. Put the ice on and off for 20 minutes during the first 24 hours after the activity. After that, consider soaking in hot water, such as taking a warm bath, to soothe your muscles further. 3. Don't Underestimate The Power Of Sleep! Your body relies on sleep to recover. Sleep is also one of the most powerful ways to prevent injuries. Aim to sleep between 7-9 hours every night.
When aches and pains start to grow severe or chronic, it is time to reach out to our physical therapists. At Heart of Texas Physical Therapy, our therapists will find the best ways to reduce your aches and pains by considering your specific symptoms and developing a program tailored to your needs. How Physical Therapy Can Help You Your physical therapist will assess your particular condition to identify the contributing factors and address all of them. Regardless of the cause of your aches and pains, physical therapy plays a significant role in treating your symptoms and should be the first step. KWWS VXGRNXFRP Qr/HYHO+DUG Working with a physical therapist can help you develop a new approach to managing acute and chronic conditions. Your physical therapy program will likely take into account strategies like hydrotherapy, deep tissue massage, guided stretching, and targeted movements to help you experience ongoing relief from regular discomfort. In many cases, physical therapy can help you choose specific exercises and design appropriate mobility and strengthening exercises that improve your function without aggravating your pain. Your therapist can help you reclaim a healthy lifestyle. From start to finish, we're dedicated to your ongoing wellbeing. There are a lot of different reasons as to why you may be in pain. At Heart of Texas Physical Therapy, our physical therapists will take a comprehensive assessment to help determine what may be the primary cause of your condition. Trust that you’re in good hands here. KWWS VXGRNXFRP Qr/HYHO+DUG
4. Keep Your Body In Good Shape With Regular Exercise
It may seem counterintuitive to cut down on pain by moving more, but exercise is an excellent way to reduce aches and pains. When you exercise every day, you can train your muscles for more movement and relieve aches and pains.
Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/ articles/PMC4745638/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih. gov/33560326/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih. gov/25591130/
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“I have had the privilege of observing Dr. Brindle, Lisa and Chasity for several months. With this has come the opportunity to talk to patients and watch their progress over the course of their visits. Without exception, I have seen patients become stronger, more relieved of pain, and return to their normal course of life. Special attention is also given to identifying and treating the root cause of injury to ensure a lasting recovery. Frequently, I have been taken aside by patients for no other reason than for them to tell me how happy they are with the care they are receiving. They emphasize how at Heart of Texas Physical Therapy they feel as if they are not just another injury to fix, but are getting genuinely personal care and attention. It is a great place filled with great and knowledgeable people. Huge thank you to Dr. Brindle, Lisa, and Chasity." – Scott R. “I have seen patients become stronger, more relieved of pain, and return to their normal course of life.”
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