Health & Fitness Newsletter by Worcester Physical Therapy Services
Health & Fitness
The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
“I CAN’T FUNCTION WITHOUT NECK PAIN! ” Relieving Your Neck Pain For Good
Neck pain can be caused by many different sources and takes an expert in muscle, joints, and bones to know how your neck should be moving and why it is not. Many people with neck pain suffer from one of the following: DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE The discs are the fluid filled sacs between the bones of your neck. The normal aging process involves changes within the discs which dries them out. Repeated stresses and strains weaken
the connective tissues that make up a disc. When this happens, it loses some of its ability to absorb shock and shrinks in size. This causes rubbing and changes in the joints and bones of your neck which can be painful. The good news is that therapy can help free up stiff and painful neck joints as well as increase muscle strength around the neck to provide greater support, thus decreasing pain. MUSCLE STRAIN Peoplewithminor neck pain or stiffness often believe they have amuscle strain; however, unless there was a severe injury to the neck, the muscles probably haven’t been pulled or injured. Instead, the problem may be coming from irritation or injury in other spine tissues, such as the disc or ligaments. When this happens, the neck muscles may go into spasm to help support and protect the sore area. “ Common pain conditions (i.e., arthritis, back, headache, and other musculoskeletal) result in $61.2 billion in lower productivity for U.S. workers.” - Journal of the American Medical Association, 2003
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“I Don’t Understand Why I Have Pain In My Neck & Shoulders! ” SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF A ROTATOR CUFF TEAR
Pain: Pain from a rotator cuff tear is usually located over the outside of the shoulder and upper arm. Decreased Strength: S trength of the rotator cuff tendons can be tested by your doctor. Inability to Perform Normal Tasks: Difficulty performing activities such as combing their hair, clasping a bra behind their back, reaching behind their back, or sleeping on the affected shoulder.
If you have any of these symptoms contact us today so we can get your on the path to an active pain free life.
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Think Worcester PT FIRST
Why You Need To Go Back For A Check-Up:
• Move without pain • Bend and move freely
TAKE CARE OF YOUR ACHES & PAINS BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE! • Balance confidently and securely • Sit for long periods comfortably • Walk for long distances • Live an active and healthy lifestyle
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DIRECT ACCESS
• Move Freely • Alleviate Pain Naturally • Have More Energy • Enjoy Activities Pain Free • Be Stronger 4 Pain when trying to sleep 4 Pain when driving > 30 mins 4 Trouble bending and reaching Do you suffer with any of the following symptoms? Don’t let back pain become a way of life Pinpoint the exact cause of your neck pain! Worcester Physical Therapy offers Direct Access for physical therapy and rehab programs. In accordance with Massachusetts State Law, Direct Access means an individual can be seen directly by a Physical Therapist, without a prescription or referral from their doctor. Why wait to be seen by your doctor for an injury or pain point? If you are suffering from chronic or acute pain, or even if “something doesn’t feel right” but you’re not sure what it is, come to Worcester Physical Therapy first and get treated immediately. Our licensed Physical Therapists will provide you with a free injury assessment and screening to determine a physical therapy treatment plan that best fits your needs. Contact Us Today to Ask How Direct Access At Worcester Physical Therapy Can Help You! 4 Stiffness or swelling 4 Aches at the end of the day 4 Pain from an old injury
FREE NECK PAIN ANALYSIS
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Wondering About Your Ache or Pain? ASK YOUR QUESTION! Call and ask your question today and we will get right back to you, answering your question and giving you advice. Call Today! 508-791-8740
GUIDING EYES DOGS
Guiding Eyes for the Blind provides guide dogs to people with vision loss. We are passionate about connecting exceptional dogs with individuals for greater independence. Guiding Eyes For The Blind For 40 Years
There are somany ways to be involved with our organization through volunteering and philanthropy, and we truly appreciate the difference that your support makes. Worcester PT runs a program called “Sweat Angels” where every time a patient checks in on Facebook they support a cause of the month. This month is the “Guiding Eyes Dogs” . Hop on this opportunity to give back to those who need the support starting February 1st! Just click on the following link to help support! http://www.causely.com/sweatangels
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Exercise Essentials Try this simple exercise to keep you moving...
LEVATOR SCAPULAE STRETCH Grasp your arm on the affected side and tilt your head downward and to the side until a stretch is felt. Repeat 6 times.
Good stretch for those working on a computer
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The above exercise is designed to be performed under the instruction of a licensed physical therapist
PATIENT RESULTS
Adjusts therapy for each person! “Patti is an excellent therapist. Adjusts therapy for each person based on changes in the body. Have already referred her to all my friends.” – Simone A.
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