Farmingdale PT: Living Life Without Back Pain

ARE YOUR FEET CAUSING YOUR BACK PAIN?

When your foot hits the ground, your whole body feels the effect.  Imagine in your car if your shock absorbers were worn out. You would feel every bump and jolt from the road. Your feet and legs are much the same way. The greater the impact of your step, the more impact it has on your body. Sometimes our legs are not quite the same length due to joint replacements or arthritic conditions in the ankle, knee, or hip. Even small differences may cause back or leg pain. A small heel lift can often change symptoms dramatically. Many times tightness in the ankle can also contribute to back pain. When the ankle joint is tight, this essentially makes that leg “longer” which can cause the spine to curve slightly and result in back and leg pain. Your feet and legs need to be able to support the rest of your body during walking tasks. We will evaluate your leg and foot strength and mobility and focus on improving the muscles that are weak and stretching those that are tight. This in turn will allow you to walk with better form and help to eliminate back pain. If we find that you need some type of modification to your shoes or inserts we will make those recommendations as well. We want to look at everything that can be contributing to your back pain, not just your back. This can be done under the guidance and expertise of our physical therapists at Farmingdale Physical Therapy West.

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Avocado & Greek Yogurt Tuna Salad (No Mayonnaise)

INGREDIENTS • 1 ripe avocado • ¼ cup plain greek yogurt • ½ teaspoon granulated garlic • ½ teaspoon onion powder • ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black ground pepper • 1 tablespoon dill relish • 2 (4 ounce) cans high quality tuna

• 1 celery stalk, chopped • ½ red onion, chopped • Juice from ½ of a lemon

1. In a medium bowl mash together the avocado and greek yogurt until smooth. 2. Stir in granulated garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper, and relish until combined. 3. Stir in tuna fish, red onion, and celery until all ingredients are coated. 4. Squeeze in lemon juice and stir. 5. Serve on sandwich or with crackers and vegetables. This tuna salad taste even better if you can let it sit for a couple hours. Notes: Make ahead instructions This recipe can be made up to 2 days ahead of time. Store in an airtight plastic or glass container in the refrigerator.

FARMINGDALE PHYSICAL THERAPY WEST 4277 Hempstead Turnpike Bethpage, NY 11714 • 516-731-3583

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