The Therapy Bulletin by Physical Therapy & Rehab Specialists
The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
StaffSpotlight LIFE WITHOUT BACK PAIN Can You Imagine How Awesome It Would Be?
“My philosophy of treatment includes treating people as a whole, rather than a diagnosis, to ensure recovery in a timely manner with a decreased chance of re-injury. I enjoy working together with a client-sharing mutual trust and respect in order to help them achieve their therapy goals. My goal is to make a difference each day through my commitment to evidence-based medicine and passion about service.” RACHELLE FERMAN, PT, DPT, CERT. MDT PHYSICAL THERAPIST
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EDUCATION/TRAINING: Doctorate of Physical Therapy – University of Michigan
B.S., Health Science – University of Michigan Certified MDT Therapist (McKenzie Method) AREAS OF SPECIALTY Vestibular rehabilitation and balance training Geriatric rehabilitation Orthopedic and sports injuries
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“I Want to Work Again Without Aching Back Pain?” FINDING THE SOURCE & PAIN RELIEF FROM YOUR BACK PAIN JULY 2017 The Therapy Bulletin The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
Is back pain causing you to move a little slower and more cautiously? If left untreated, chronic back pain can lead to long-term spinal joint and possibly nerve damage. Back pain is one of the most common physical complaints that people suffer from and more than 80% of the US population will experience back pain at some point in their lifetime. Back pain can interfere with your ability to bend, kneel, lift, reach, do work and enjoy time with your family. Not to mention, it can make you down right irritable and affect others around you. Why do I have Back Pain? Back pain occurs for a number of reasons, but has a few simple root causes: • Weakness in the spinal and core muscles of the trunk • Poor posture and strain on the spine with slouched sitting • Repetitive injury to muscles and tissues around the spine with poor lifting • Limited flexibility of the spine, hips and muscles of the thighs • Poor coordination of the abdominal, pelvic and back muscles Most people don’t seek treatment soon enough and continue to suffer with a nagging ache or pain in their back. They may even feel symptoms travel to the buttocks and legs. Many people feel that not much can be done for back pain and use medication to numb the pain to get through the day. However, medication mostly masks the pain and does nothing to address the root cause of the problem. Solutions to Back Pain Treating back pain starts with determining the true cause. A thorough evaluation of your movement, strength, posture and joint mobility can tell a lot about the true origins of your pain. Only then, can the proper plan be formulated to get you out of pain quickly and back to the activities you love. Whether you just tweaked your back or have been suffering for a long time, seeing one of our spine specialists can help you return to a more active and pain-free life.
Services Spotlight
• Orthopedics and Sports Medicine • Work Injury Rehabilitation • Women’s Health • Vestibular/Neuro Rehabilitation • Pediatric Rehabilitation • Sports Performance • Aquatic Therapy • Occupational Therapy
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“HOW SHOULD I
1. Keep a Good Posture When you are standing, imagine a string through the top of your head lifting you straight up. This puts your neck, shoulders, spine and hips in natural alignment. With sitting, make sure you sit back in the chair with your feet on the floor and your lower back supported. Your shoulders should not slouch when sitting. Avoid soft couches when you can. 2. Lift Properly Picking things up is a normal part of our day. Even if you pick up something light, your back muscles have to lift the weight of your upper torso and control that movement. Make sure you always facewhat you need to pick up, squat keeping your spine straight and push with your leg muscles. This helps reduce the excessive pressure on your spine.
3. Stay Flexible Flexibility is key to maintaining a healthy back. By keeping your body flexible, the normal forces of movement and lifting can be distributed across the spine, rather than focused onto a few segments, which can then fail. An easy stretching routine everyday can keep you feeling great and put a spring in your step. 4. Stay Strong You have hundreds of muscles, which control the movement of your spine. Major muscles that support the spine are called your core muscles and include your abdominal, pelvis, spinal and hip muscles. By keeping your core muscles strong, you support your spine and have the ability to easily control lifting, quick movements, bending and a lot more.
5. Physical Therapy Our physical therapists are medical experts in evaluating spine and body movement. By having a regular check up, you can make sure your body is in good condition to tackle the activities you love. If you have a history of back pain, injury or are currently experiencing aches and pains, we can analyze your problem and construct a treatment program that will work best for your individual problem. With soothing hands-on therapy and targeted easy exercises we can help you return quickly to feeling your best. Even if you suffer from severe pain we can help you get out of pain and living the life you deserve. Call Today!
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If you, or a loved one, has trouble with balance or dizziness, join us in a free informative workshop on common causes, treatments, and prevention of falls and dizziness ‘Falling for Information’ Wednesday, July 19, 2017 • 2:00 pm 555 Wackerly Rd, Midland Lower Level Conference Room FREE BALANCE WORKSHOP
What is The McKenize Method? The McKenize Method is a worldwide used spine treatment system that has been proven to effectively evaluate and treat back pain patients in even the most severe cases. The McKenize Method is a comprehensive, evidence-based system of examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention and prevention strategies aimed at patient education and independence. •Known to show results in as little as two to three visits •Driven by sound clinical reasoning for individualized plans of care •Cost-efficient treatment minimizing the need for expensive tests or procedures: no needles, no injections, no surgery. Don’t wait another minute for back pain relief this good! CALL TODAY!
Call 989-631-3570 to register. Space is limited - Call today to reserve your spot
Presented by RACHELLE FERMAN, PT, DPT, CERT. MDT
Who do you know that needs our help? Refer a Friend Do You Have Friends or Family Unable to Do The Following? 9 Move without pain 9 Bend and move freely
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Patient Success Spotlight
“I came highly recommended to PhysicalTherapy & Rehab Specialists and WOW was it a phenomenal help to me. MIRACULOUS! I saw Leisha Berry she was very nice, calming, and a true professional. In 30-40 minutes I was nearly 100%. I came down in the elevator in a mess and left running up the stairs at MCC. I only wish I had come in sooner! Thanks for all you do. You are the best!” -D.D. “Thanks for all you do. You are the best!”
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LOWER TRUNK ROTATIONS Lying on your back with your knees bent, gently rock your knees side-to-side. Repeat 8 times on both sides. Loosens Low Back www.simpleset.net
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