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WE HAVE A WORKSHOP FOR THAT! ARE YOUR SUMMER ACTIVITIES CAUSING YOU BACK PAIN?
Due to years of anecdotal evidence, the vast majority of people associate back pain with colder weather. As a result, most people also believe higher temperatures provide relief for chronic pain. While this may be true for some, many others
attest that the warm summer heat actually causes them more pain. While scientific research has yet to identify a concrete connection between weather and pain, patients across the country report that humidity, heat, or even barometric pressure can make a difference in their pain levels — for better or for worse.
In addition to high temperatures, several other seasonal factors can trigger back pain and bring your summer fun to an abrupt halt.
ACTIVITIES (OR THE LACK THEREOF): Due to these high Arizona temperatures, many people put a halt to their summer activities. The heat may have made you forgo your daily walk or swimming routine, or perhaps being busier hosting family barbecues or celebrating summer holidays has left less time for regular exercise. While it’s easy to slow down during the summer, finding new ways to maintain exercise can help reduce back pain. Consider moving your outdoor walk to the mall, Walmart, or Target or taking indoor group fitness classes at the rec center instead. TRAVELING: These summer months might be the best time to take a vacation. Unfortunately, all that traveling generally involves sitting in a plane or car for hours on end, which can be very hard on your neck and back. Proper posture and ergonomics while driving and scheduling time for exercise in your vacation itinerary will help you avoid potential pain and make the most of your vacation. If you have any questions regarding posture, driving ergonomics, or exercises you can do while on vacation, give us a call. We can do an evaluation and a couple of weeks of physical therapy before you leave on vacation to get you going on a home exercise program and posture education. We also recommend attending our Back Pain and Sciatica Workshop here at the clinic on Aug. 10 at 10 a.m. There’s no cost to attend, but we do ask that you RSVP to reserve your spot. Call us at 623-544-0300 to ensure your back doesn’t slow you down this season.
ROASTED CORN SALSA
Inspired by Bon Appétit Magazine
INGREDIENTS
• 2 medium ears of corn, shucked • 1 jalapeño or Fresno chile, seeded and thinly sliced • 1/2 red onion, diced • 1 large tomato, cored, seeded, and finely chopped • 1/4 bunch cilantro leaves, sliced • Juice of 1 lime • Kosher salt, to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat a cast-iron skillet to high. Char corn, turning occasionally, for 10–14 minutes until kernels begin to blacken in spots. 2. Using a sharp knife, remove corn kernels from cobs and transfer to a large mixing bowl. 3. With a wooden spoon or potato masher, gently crush corn to release starch and juices. 4. Add jalapeño, onion, tomato, and cilantro. Mix to combine.
5. Top with lime juice and season with salt. 6. Serve alongside your favorite tortilla chips.
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