BACK PA I N PREVENT I ON
OCTOBER I S NAT I ONAL PT MONTH!
A little prevention goes a long way. If you want to avoid future back pain, you can make sure you’re being good to your back. • LIFT PROPERLY You pick things up constantly. Even if you’re lifting something right, make sure you’re facing the object. Squat, keeping your spine straight. Lift with your leg muscles, as this will reduce the pressure placed on your spine. • USE GOOD POSTURE When you’re standing, imagine a string is attached to the top of your head—lifting you up. This will keep your hips, spine, shoulders and neck aligned. If you’re sitting, don’t slouch. • USE STRENGTH TRAINING Yourbodyhashundredsofmuscles.Thesemusclesprotectand control your spine. By lifting weights, running and swimming, you can keep them strong. Train your core muscles. In doing so, you’ll easily control quick, lifting movements. It never hurts to visit a physical therapist, either. Get regular check-ups, and make sure your body is in good condition. If you have a history of back injuries, pain or minor aches, don’t hesitate to talk to a professional. You deserve a pain-free life, and your back will thank you!
The American Physical Therapy Association’s #ChoosePT campaign israisingawarenessaboutthedangersofprescription opioids, and encourages consumers and prescribers to choose safer alternatives like physical therapy for most chronic pain management. To read more about National Physical Therapy Month and the #MoveForward campaign, visit www.apta.org/NPTM . Also visit www.moveforwardpt.com
WE APPREC I ATE OUR PAT I ENTS!
In honor of National Physical Therapy Month, Professional Care PT & Rehabilitation would like to show our appreciation to all of our wonderful patients by hosting a “Patient Appreciation Month.” Make
sure to stop by the front desk during your next October appointment to pick up your special ProCare fall mug!
M E E T O U R T E A M ! S T A F F S P O T L I G H T
attended Sacred Heart University and graduated in 2016, receiving his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science. Nick interned with Champion PT and Performance in Boston, Massachusetts, as a Strength and Conditioning Coach this past summer. Today, Nick is now a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and we are happy to announce that he will be one of the main contributors to Professional Care Physical Therapy’s Strength and Performance Division. We are so grateful to have Nick with us on our team!
At Professional Care, we want all of our patients to feel completely comfortable. We even have Spanish-speaking staff!
Nick Lanzillotto Nick worked as a PT Aide in both our Patchogue and Riverhead offices. He
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