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August, 2019 NEWSLETTER UPCOMING STAR PT CLINICS WORKSHOPS
BACK PAIN & SCIATICA
CHRONIC PAIN & FIBROMYALGIA 8/12 @ 10:00 AM STAR FITNESS CENTER 8/13 @ 6:30 PM COVINGTON CLINIC
ROTATOR CUFF & SHOULDER 9/3 @ 6:30 PM COVINGTON CLINIC 9/26 @ 6:30 PM LAKEFRONT CLINIC 8/13 @ 6:30 PM NEW ORLEANS EAST 8/22 @ 6:00 PM SLIDELL CLINIC NECK PAIN & HEADACHES NEW WORKSHOPS EVERY MONTH!
8/31 @ 10:00 AM LAKEFRONT CLINIC 9/28 @ 10:00 AM ALGIERS CLINIC 8/6 @ 6:30 PM COVINGTON CLINIC 8/29 @ 6:30 PM ALGIERS CLINIC
KNEE PAIN
9/19 @ 6:30 PM NEW ORLEANS EAST 9/24 @ 6:00 PM SLIDELL CLINIC
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NEWSLETTER
August, 2019
COULD YOUR POSTURE BE TO BLAME FOR YOUR ACHES AND PAINS?
INSIDE: • What Can Physical Therapy Do About It? • Staff Spotlight • Refer A Friend • Patient Success Spotlight CALL IN! Call for your FREE ACHES & PAINS CONSULTATION Call our clinic nearest you to schedule your first step out of pain today!
Treating Poor Posture with Matt Slimming, PT, DPT Dear Valued Client, Do you suffer from daily or recurrent aches and pains? If so, your posture may be the
your ribs naturally align. By doing this, you may experience pain in the slouched region of the mid-back, in addition to pain in the neck. If this is your average standing posture, it is important to seek physical therapy treatment right away – over time, standing like this day after day may cause internal issues, as it creates pressure on your lungs, heart, and digestive system. • If your posture includes sitting for long periods of time – When you sit for prolonged periods of time, the muscles in your hips and legs will stiffen. When these muscles become stiff, they tighten and will pull on the lower back, causing pain. The joints also lose their range of motion, which can cause soreness or achiness in the hips, legs, and back, and can create issues with your gait. The way in which you walk can also have an effect on your posture. When you have improper posture, your center of gravity changes. This can cause your balance to decline, which can cause pain when walking, thus creating a vicious cycle of overcompensation and pain. The most common symptom of poor posture is lower back pain, although pain can be present in other parts of the body, as well. The back muscles constantly contract to keep you upright, and they overcompensate when you slouch or hunch over. Over a period of time, constant poor posture can create an unusual amount of wear and tear on the lower back, which can increase the risk of arthritis in the spine.
Matt Slimming Physical Therapist
culprit.
Just think about the number of hours a day we spend staring at a computer screen, hunched over our desks, or staring at our phones. That creates a lot of stress on the neck and back, especially if you are slouched, titled forward, or looking down for prolonged periods of time. How does poor posture affect me? Changes to your posture can negatively affect your body, and you may find yourself experiencing some of the following symptoms: • If your posture contains a forward head tilt – This forward-head posture creates a strain on the neck, which can result in neck pain, shoulder pain, arm pain, chronic headaches, and lower back pain. Tilting your head forward for long periods of time shortens the muscles in the back of the neck, and can result in soreness throughout multiple parts of your body. • If your posture contains slouching of the mid - back – If you slouch the middle of your back, you can drive your head forward and alter the way
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WHAT CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY DO ABOUT IT?
stretching and strengthening certain muscles of your body, including problem areas such as your neck and back. Taking even a small amount of time to walk or jog around the neighborhood every day can highly improve your overall gait. 4. Set up your office properly – If you work from an office all day, it is important to have a proper ergonomic setup. Make sure that you are at a proper height with your desk chair and computer, so you don’t have to slouch or lean forward. Additionally, make sure your chair has the proper lumbar support needed to help you sit straight while you’re working. These simple steps can help tremendously with your overall posture. If these at-home treatments don’t work, it is important to consult help from a physical therapist. Simply standing up straight is a fight against gravity, and if you have been standing the wrong way for several years, it may be difficult to change it on your own. However, physical therapists are dedicated to getting you on back on track to a pain free, and risk free life. They will evaluate your posture and gait to determine the best treatments necessary for you, and then they will create a treatment plan unique for your needs. They can improve your posture, eliminate your pain, and get you back to doing the activities you love to do. If you are experiencing pain, and you think it may be a result of your posture, give us a call today . We will help you get back to a comfortable posture with just a few sessions.
It can be difficult to correct poor posture, but there are a few steps you can take on your own to try and help: 1. Sit properly – If you are at a desk for extended periods of the day, make sure your stance is okay. Sit upright, place your feet flat on the floor, and try not to cross your legs. Make sure there is a small gap between the back of your knees and the chair. Having a chair with strong back support and padding is also recommended for making your upright position more comfortable. 2.Take stretch breaks – If you are an office worker, it is not secret that most of the day is spent with limited levels of mobility. It is important to make sure that you get up every 30 minutes or so, and take a small walk, at least for a minute or two. This will help in loosening up your muscles and joints, as well as initiating a stronger blood flow.
3. Exercise – Exercise is incredibly important, especially if your job produces several hours of inactivity. When you exercise, you are
Healthy Recipe
Patient Success Spotlight
• 1 cup dry-roasted peanuts • ½ cup crispy brown rice cereal • ½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats • ⅓ cup raw pumpkin seeds • ¼ cup dried blueberries • 6 dried apricots, diced • 3 tablespoons mini chocolate chips • 5 tablespoons brown rice syrup
EATING WELL ENERGY BARS
“Now I am much better and no longer feel any pain...”
Preheat oven to 325°F. Line the bottom and sides of an 8-inch-square baking pan with foil and coat with cooking spray. Combine peanuts, rice cereal, oats, pumpkin (or sunflower) seeds, blueberries, apricots and chocolate chips in a large bowl. Drizzle with syrup and gently stir until thoroughly combined. Spread in the prepared baking pan. Coat another piece of foil with cooking spray and place on the bar mixture, sprayed- side down. Place another pan on top and press firmly to compress the mixture. Remove top pan and foil. Bake until just beginning to turn golden at the edges, 20 to 24 minutes. Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Cut in half, then cut each half crosswise into 6 bars. Let cool completely before lifting the bars off the foil.
Success Story: Emma S. “After a previously successful visit to Star PT last year, I requested to come back again this year for treatment on my shoulder. The staff members were always right there, ready to help me through all sorts of exercises. Now I am much better and no longer feel any pain in my shoulder. Thank you for your dedication and service!”
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Staff Spotlight: Natalie Kerry
Once most people finish Physical Therapy, the next thing on their mind is “How do I get in shape?” You’re feeling better. Now you are ready to get stronger, healthier, maybe leaner again. Or maybe you just want to know how to stay healthy. The Gold Standard approach is with a certified Personal Trainer. But, historically, Personal Training programs have been so expensive! But we have the answer! We have created StayStrong Plus. This is a personal training program whereby our Director of Personal Training, Missy Daniel, works with you through our Personal Training App. Missy will learn about your goals and where you are right now. She will give you all the exercises and workouts that you need to do. She will provide videos of what to do. You can do this in your own home or in any gym. All in just 30 minutes! She will even guide you in what to eat to get the results you want! Plus, she is available to you just about any time if you have questions. All you do is message her through our App. Normally you would pay around $500 a month for a Personal Training Program. But you get all this for just $29.95 a month! And you can cancel anytime! It’s like having Missy in your pocket. How To Get In Your Best Shape
What do you like to do in your spare time? In my spare time I like to stay active and take cycling classes with my friends. We’re not able to hang out like we used to, so this allows us to bond and stay fit at the same time. What are some of your words of wisdom? “Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path”.
Natalie is our new physical therapy technician and marketing assistant for the south-shore
Natalie, WE ARE SO HONORED TO HAVE YOU AT STAR!!
What do you like most about working at STAR?
One thing that I love about STAR is being able to work with professionals that I can learn from as well as the ability to grow within the company.
Check out the program online at www.starptclinics.com/staystrong/
Alternatively you can email billie@starfitnesscenter.com or call her at (985) 809 6399 for more information.
Exercise Essentials Try this movement to help relieve back pain.
Refer A Friend
Relieves A Tight Back
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PRONE ON ELBOWS Lying face down, slowly raise up and prop yourself up on your elbows. Look forward, and hold for ten seconds. Repeat 8-10 times.
Do You Have Friends Or Family Unable To Do The Following:
� Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live a healthy lifestyle
� Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently & securely
Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help?
If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Star Physical Therapy today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an appointment.
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