IT’S INJURY SEASON. ARE YOU PREPARED?
3. Run responsibly.
The summer is a great time to get back into running – and many people take advantage of that! Running can lead to some accidental injuries, such as Achilles tendinitis, sprains, or shin splints. By wearing the proper footwear and maintaining a proper running technique during the summer months, you can run responsibly without the risk of sustaining an injury. Make sure your feet are always aimed in the direction you are running, your body is leaned forward, and your knees are soft and bent, in order to lessen the impact of the ground. Most importantly – always warm up beforehand! Contact us to find out other ways we can help you improve your technique. 4. Avoid yardwork-related injuries. Cutting the grass, trimming the hedges, weeding, tending to the garden… there is a lot of yardwork required in the summer months! Back and knee pain are common issues that can occur from tending to a yard with poor technique. Below are some helpful tips for avoiding back/knee pain while doing your outdoor chores this summer:
5. Contact us for help. At Physical Therapy and Rehab Specialists, we want to make sure you stay safe this summer – we want you to be able to enjoy it! If you find yourself in any sort of pain, or if you’d simply like some extra motivational assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us. We can design an individualized treatment plan for you, based on your specific needs and goals. We’ll help you prepare for the summer so it can be one to remember! 8 1 6 3 4 7 5 3 6 5 9 6 7 9 7 5 8 3
• Lift with your legs, not with your back.
• Squat down to kneel when working at ground-level, rather than bending over.
• Use tools to lessen your load.
• Maintain the natural curves of your spine when working on your yard. • When lifting, keep objects close to your body. • Use knee pads when kneeling for extra protection. • Much like any other physical activity, warm up beforehand!
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