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4 5 1 When this is an issue, working with a physical therapist may be able to help. Stretching the muscles in your neck to alleviate neck strain can reduce the severity and regularity of your headaches. Stretching the muscles that have grown tight along the back of your neck as well as those along the shoulders can help you find relief from the tension that is causing your pain. When dealing with neck pain, it is important to remember that safety has to come first. While there are many simple activities you can try at home to begin stretchingyourneckmuscles,workingwithaphysical therapist is theonlyway to ensure thatyouarestretching inaway thatwon’tpotentially lead togreater injury. For more information, contact your physical therapist at Rebound Fitness & Rehab by calling 847.714.7400 or visit our website at reboundfitness.com! 2 1 7 7 3 6 5 9 5 2 1 9 6 5 1 Working with a physical therapist can help you to identify whether or not your headaches may be the result of neck pain or strain. One of the most common causes of headaches due to neck pain is forward head position. Forward head position means that when you are resting your head, you are continuing to hold your head slightly forward, which is a type of slouching position. You can identify whether or not you have a forward head position by standing straightagainst thewallanddeterminingwhetherornotyourhead restsagainst the wall as your back does. If your head does not touch the wall when you are standing straight, then you aren’t fully standing up straight! As years go by and day after day you continue to hold your head in this forward position, you can start to experience pain as a result of strain in the muscles of the neck.
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Seasonal Recipe: Zucchini Boats
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Directions Preheatoven to400degrees.Slicezucchini lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Season to taste with salt and pepper.Placeonbakingsheet.Using 1/2of thegoat cheese, spread small amount into the zucchini and cover with marinara sauce. Drop dots of remaining cheese over the marinara, bake until cheese is soft and marinara is bubbling (about 20 minutes).
Ingredients • Four medium-sized zucchinis
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• One 5oz log of goat cheese • 1-2 cups of marinara sauce • Chopped parsley
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