Life Without Back Pain

The Pittman Connection Newsletter by Pitman Physical Therapy, LLC

The Pittman CONNECTION The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

LIFE WITHOUT BACK PAIN Can You Imagine How Awesome It Would Be? Staff Spotlight

PROMOTION EVER AMonth of Free Exams OUR GREATEST

INSIDE: Finding the Source& PainRelief FromYour Back Pain HowShould I Take Care OfMy Back? AHelpful Quick Exercise ToRelieveBack Pain In Minutes

JeremyH. Pittman, PT, CMP, Cert-SMT, Cert-DN

Jeremy is the owner and President of Pittman Physical Therapy, LLC. Jeremy is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Pittman Physical Therapy, LLC including, but not limited to daily patient care and community relations. Jeremy specializes in treatment of orthopedic injuries including the spine and extremities. Jeremy received his Physical Therapy degree from the University of Mississippi in Jackson, MS in 1998. He spent four years with Campbell Clinic in Memphis, TN working with Orthopedic Surgeons with specialties in the areas of Hand, Shoulder, Knee, and Spine. (Continued on the inside.)

The Pittman CONNECTION The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

“Will I Ever Play With My Children Again Without Aching Back Pain? ” FINDING THE SOURCE & PAIN RELIEF FROM YOUR BACK PAIN

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.

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Patient Success Spotlight

“When I first came I could hardly walk and was in a lot of pain from my fall. With the therapy, I can walk fairly easily and the pain is mostly gone. I plan to continue exercises and try to feel as well as possible.” -Edna Liley “My pain is gone!”

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. “Most any type of exercise can reduce your risk of low-back pain by between 25% to 40%.” JAMA Internal Medicine, Jan. 2016

HOW TO TAKE CARE OFMY BACK 5 ESSENTIAL STEPS IN TREATING MY BACK PAIN

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 face what 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. DECREASE COSTS WITH DIRECT ACCESS Research shows Direct Access patients had 86% fewer visits on average than referred patients, decreasing costs tremendously.

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 team of experts are professionals 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!

• Physical Therapy • Wellness and Prevention • Trigger Point Dry Needling • Manual Therapy • Tennis Elbow Treatment Our Services

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Phone: 901-850-5246 • Fax: 901-850-5226

KEEP THAT RESOLUTION TO GET FIT! Jeremy has been married to Hope for 18 years and has four children: Sophie 16, Stone 13, Foster 10, Brinkley 8. He lives in Collierville and remains active and supportive of the community. (Continued) He was key in the development of the hand program at the Campbell Clinic Desoto Location in 2000. For the next five years, he then served as clinic director of Memphis Physical Therapy. He opened two satellite locations for Memphis PT and operated three outpatient facilities while developing strong roots in the community. Jeremy decided to open his own clinic in the Town of Collierville in 2007 with a focus treating the people not patients. He became a Certified Mulligan Practitioner in 2007 which emphasizes manual therapy for the treatment of all orthopedic conditions. He is also certified in Dry Needling and Spinal Manipulation. Staff Spotlight JeremyH. Pittman, PT, CMP, Cert-SMT, Cert-DN

“I’ve put this Free Report together that shows you the 5 natural ways to stop your back & neck pain.”

• Is your mind on your back and neck pain instead of your life? • Have loved ones stopped listening to your complaints because they have heard it so many times before? • Do you feel really stiff when you try to get out of bed in the morning? • Do you have to think twice before you pick things up? If You’re Nodding Yes Then Now is The Time to Make Your First Step in The Right Direction and Take Charge of How You Feel, DOWNLOAD THIS BOOK TODAY! After treating hundreds of patients with back and neck problems, we want to share with you these 5 simple things you can do at home, to start feeling great. Jeremy H. Pittman, PT, CMP, Cert-SMT, Cert-DN

Going to the gym is not the only option in becoming more active. Activity can include many varieties of physically demanding hobbies or interests such as weightlifting, swimming, walking, playing basketball, gardening, or exercising at home. You should see an orthopedic physician before commencing any vigorous activity, if you have a history of activity related injuries. Here are some tips to help you

embrace your new years resolutions to stay fit: • Join a race by supporting a good cause. Whether it’s a 5K, 10K, or 15K, supporting a good cause will not only raize money for charity, but it will also get you closer to your weight loss goals. • Make time for activity every day. It is often easier to make it a habit to exercise in the morning, so that you don’t have to worry about it later in the day. • Stay Hydrated. Keeping your body hydrated will reduce muscle fatigue, dizziness and headaches. • Bring a healthier dish to parties. Whether it’s a potluck at work or a friends BBQ, there are many recipes available online to

pittmanpt.com help you make tasty healthy dishes. • Don’t skip breakfast. Eating breakfast not only keeps you more energized but it also helps improve mental performance.

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You Are In Luck This March!

PROMOTION EVER AMonth of Free Exams OUR GREATEST The Entire Month Of March 2017 Who’s Eligible? • All past clients who have not been seen in PT in more than 2 months. • All present clients who have another problem currently not being treated. • All loved ones, family, or friends of our past and present patients. • Any stubborn spouses who have been complaining of back pain especially.

We want to celebrate our 10 Year Anniversary by thanking our current and past patients and their friends and family. We are providing a month of FREE EXAMS! The free examconsists of a 30min one-on-one appointment with the physical therapist of your choice. They will listen to you about your problem and how it impacts you. They will take measurements to test how well you are moving and test your strength. After your exam, they will give you a written copy of: • The cause of your problem • A plan for what successful treatment looks like These exams are ideal for people suffering with pain from: The First 5 People Per Day Registered Will Receive A FREE GIFT!

• Low back • Neck • Arthritis • Sciatica

• Hip • Shoulder • Elbow • Hand/Wrist

• Knee • Foot/Ankle

If you are having pain or problems with day to day activities such as walking, standing, sitting for long periods, going up or down stairs, getting in or out of the car, sleeping or driving then you should schedule your exam now.

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS IN BUSINESS!

If you are a past or present patient or if you are referring a friend or family member (or the stubborn spouse above)… Give them this Newsletter and tell them to call us to schedule their free exam. Don’t delay, register today by calling 901-850-5246

Appointments are free but limited; each therapist has 15 spots available.

Exercise Essentials Try these exercises to help maintain a healthy back and spine

Mobility

Strengthens Legs

STEP DOWN Stand on a step. Lower one foot slowly towards the ground. Keep your hips level! Step down and then off the step. Keep your knees aligned over your feet.

LOWER TRUNK ROTATIONS Lying on your back with your knees bent, gently rock your knees side-to-side. Repeat 8 times on both sides.

Not all exercises are appropriate for every person. Please consult with a healthcare provider before starting.

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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 9 Balance confidently and securely 9 Sit for long periods comfortably 9 Walk for long distances 9 Live an active and healthy lifestyle If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Pittman Physical Therapy today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an evaluation! You will get your name in our next newsletter and you could win a $20 gift card! WIN A $20 GIFT CARD

Referral Club: Thanks to our patients for referring a friend or family member! Nancy Cunningham, Michael Fulton, Sandra Tate, Jeff Edwards, Melissa Green, Bob Anderson, Jasen Feyerherm, Shirley Bethea, Katherine Perry, Kevin Thomas, Laura Wand, Kelly Thieme, Michael Leonard, Kathy Nelms, and Elizabeth Edwards

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