Do you feel aches and pains in your lower back? If so, you are not alone. Four out of every five Americans will suffer from back pain at some time in their lives. Without proper spine mobility, stability and alignment your back structures wear down over time, similar to tires that are out of alignment.
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6 BACK CONDITIONS NOT TO IGNORE CONTINUE AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE FREE OF PAIN!
Do you feel aches and pains in your lower back? If so, you are not alone. Four out of every five Americans will suffer from back pain at some time in their lives. Without proper spine mobility, stability and alignment your back structures wear down over time, similar to tires that are
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6 BACK CONDITIONS NOT TO IGNORE CONTINUE AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE FREE OF PAIN!
5. Fractures: These are due to trauma, or sometimes occur without any injury in people with osteoporosis.
(continued from outside) There are many different back conditions, but here are a few common ones: 1. Lumbar or sacral radiculopathy: The resultofpressureonanerveexiting the spine. Pain, numbness and tingling can be felt down in different parts of the leg. 2. Sciatica: This comes from compression of the sciatic nerve by a muscle called the piriformis, deep in the buttock. Symptoms can radiate down the buttock and leg. 3. Spinal stenosis: This isanarrowingof thebonyspinalcanalwhichcauses rubbing or pressure on nerves. Central canal stenosis is quite serious as it presses upon the spinal cord. 4. Lumbar sprain/strain: This is a common cause of low back pain due to injury of muscles and tendons. The rows of muscles that run up and down thesides of thespinal column, are themajor musclegroups usually involved in lower back injury.
6. Spinal cord compression: This is unusual, but very worrisome and may be associated with weakness and loss of bowel/bladder control.
Medication and Bed Rest. Most lower back pain sufferers try over the counter drugs and bed rest. However, most self remedies will not provide the relief that you need. In fact, bed rest is the wrong thing to do because it can weaken the spinal muscles further. Weakness in the spinal muscles is one of the main reasons for low back pain and puts you at risk for injuring your back with common activities such as lifting, bending or squatting. Most of us sit too much and this contributes to severe weakening of the back and torso muscles which are needed for a healthy back.
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WILL YOUR BACK HURT AS YOU GET OLDER?
If you think that growing older automatically leads to back pain, here’s some great news; it doesn’t! Many people suffer from pain, yet, they still believe their aches and pains are a natural part of aging. They’re not. Back pain is primarily caused by four main factors: • Spinal muscle weakness • Poor muscle or joint movement • Poor posture • Lack of spinal or pelvic muscle coordination Treating the Cause of Your Back Pain The goal of our SPINE program is to find the root cause of your pain and correct it, not just treat the symptoms. By treating the root cause of the pain, you can achieve faster, long-lasting results. We provide the most advanced and effective treatments to each of our patients in a caring, friendly environment. Our highly trained and skilled physical therapists use proven hands-on therapy techniques to help people of all ages become free of pain and get back to the activities they enjoy. If your back pain prevents you from standing for long periods, bending down to pick up objects, or getting up and down from the floor to play with your children or grandchildren it’s time to come to First Choice Medical Group Physical Therapy and restore your quality of life.
Knowing the Right Expert to Help You Physical therapists are medical musculoskeletal specialists, meaning we are the experts when it comes to the movement of the body and how the muscles, joints and skeletal structure work with one another. Effective physical therapy experts recognize that the best treatments are not modalities that depend solely on ultrasound, cold or heat therapy, but rather a skilled hands-on approach to examination and treatment. Studies have proven that manual therapy and specific exercises produce better and faster results than traditional exercise based therapy. Find out more about our programs by calling us today and discover how to relieve and reduce back pain.
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Pamela Viarengo PTA, BHS, ACSM, NSCA, Certified GRASTON provider
Pamela graduated with an associated degree in Physical Therapy from Broward Community Collegeandwenton toearnherBachelors in HealthAdministration fromFloridaAtlanticUniversity. She has specialized in outpatient clinical settings here in Brevard County, specifically on the beaches, since 2002. Pamela’s experience is multifaceted from acute rehabilitative experience including Spinal Cord, Strokes and CBI with a present emphasis on manual and orthopedic therapies. Pamela’s philosophy is based on core postural principals, to treat dysfunctions in the mechanical capacity, neuromuscular function and motor control in order to optimize patients’ function and maximize their movement potential.
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Little changes in your diet can have a big impact!
Dear Patient,
The current American diet is causing major health problems and costing the average patient quality of life and a lot of money in medical expenses. Prevention of disease is the focus of my practice. Scientists understand that proper nutrition is critical to total health. Little changes in your diet can have a big impact on your health, wellness and longevity, and improve your quality of life. Our bodies do not create all the nutrients we need. Major health organizations throughout the world recommend you should eat at least 7-13 servings of raw fruits and vegetables every day. Less than 10% of the U.S. population actually does. In a survey a few years ago, the consumption of fruits and vegetables was about 2 servings per day and that included french fries. As a doctor of physical therapy, I specialize in taking care of patients with pain and inflammation and many other health conditions (Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Cancer, Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Heart disease, ADD, Asthma, Allergies, Hyperactivity, and Auto-immune Disease) which are highly affected by factors including diet and lifestyle. A higher frequency of intake of raw, dark green plants (phytonutrients) can decrease inflammation that causes stiffness and pain. Calcium from plants is highly absorbable and helps maintain good bone health.
I encourage my patients to eat 5 servings of fruits and 5 servings of vegetables per day. Most don’t, won’t, can’t afford it, or don’t have the time to prepare these foods. I take a whole food supplement to enhance my intake of fruits, vegetables, berries and grapes. This increases antioxidant status, improves the immune and cardiovascular systems, and provides essential vitamins and minerals. Our goal at First Choice Medical Group PhysicalTherapy is to address all of our patients’ health needs within the scope of our practice including what you put into your body that may either decrease or enhance inflammation and pain. For a complimentary consultation on your health and nutrition, please call and make an appointment at 321-806-9890.
Thanks for taking this important step for your overall good health!
Dr. Steve Ryland PT, DPT
1. Feel free to call us and ask to speak to your therapist. 2. Your therapist can discuss with you why your pain is bothering you again and what you might do about it at home. 3. If further assessment is warranted, your therapist might recommend you come in for an appointment. Call To Talk to Your Therapist Today 321-802-5814 Has Your Pain Come Back?
RELIEVE BACK PAIN INMINUTES Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain.
STRAIGHT LEG RAISE While lying or sitting, raise up your leg with a straight knee. Keep the opposite knee bent with the foot planted to the ground. Repeat 6 times on both sides.
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