Physical Therapy Newsletter: Don't Ignore Your Back Pain by APEX Sports Medicine & Rehab
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BACK PAIN SOLUTIONS YOUR ROADMAP
TO RECOVERY AND RENEWAL
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NEWSLETTER
January 2024
BACK PAIN SOLUTIONS YOUR ROADMAP TO RECOVERY AND RENEWAL
Lower back pain affects up to 80% of all people, and it is the leading cause of disability around the world. The back is solid, and at the same time, one of the most vulnerable parts of the body. You rely on it so heavily — whether to shoulder your emotional stresses or physically lift something you need to carry with you. There is nothing you can do without using your back. Whether you are sitting, standing, lying, or moving, your spine is involved. One of the leading causes of lower back pain is prolonged sitting. Often the cause of your pain is inactivity, not a specific traumatic event. It can be frustrating to worry that your back is constantly at risk. At times a minor event causes the most severe episode of back pain. Events like driving, sitting at a desk, or watching TV at night are all common everyday activities that lead to an episode of lower back pain. For some, it is a more significant event like a car accident, a lifting incident, or an injury playing sports. Regardless of the intensity of the activity, lower back pain seems to be waiting to happen. It is no wonder that so many people experience back pain every year. Even more mysterious is why so many ignore their back injuries year after year! When you break an arm or get a cut on your leg, you are likely to do something about it right away. Yet when pain begins in the back, people often wait to see what happens instead of finding a physical therapist to guide them to relief and proper management for the future. For many people, physical therapy can help resolve back pain — often within just a few weeks. Even if you’ve suffered for months with lower back pain, there’s still hope.
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Continued from previous page. Understanding Back Pain
Back pain may be common, but it is not normal. There are many different reasons you may be experiencing back pain, and ignoring any of them is not a good idea. Although most people recover within 2-4 weeks, some people, when left untreated, experience lower back pain for months leading to long-term pain and dysfunction. Some of the most common issues associated with back pain include: • Improper posture or prolonged positions (i.e., prolonged sitting) • Spinal muscle and tissue damage (i.e., lifting strains or trauma from accidents) • Limited hip, spine, and pelvis mobility • Limited muscle flexibility • Spinal/pelvic muscle weaknesses (aka “core” weakness) • Poor abdominal, pelvic and back muscle coordination (i.e., compensations due to injury) The source of acute pain comes from injury or irritation of the muscles, joints (including the intervertebral discs and facet joints), nerves or surrounding ligaments, and other soft tissue. Chronic back pain (i.e., lasting more than three months) is associated with older individuals and women. Chronic pain is also more common in overweight or obese people, sedentary lifestyles, and/or high- stress environments. Find a physical therapist to give you clear, consistent, and personalized information on your prognosis, treatment options, and self-management strategies. Your therapist will provide you with the most up-to-date methods and ongoing support, ensuring that you do not experience any further injury as you recover from your back pain. Physical Therapy Is an Effective Solution for Your Back Pain Your physical therapist will identify why you are having pain and the best treatment options your body needs. This will likely include the following: • Targeted exercises that are specialized to the region of the back that is experiencing the most pain. These exercises help build strength and support the surrounding muscles. • Guided stretching to improve your range of motion and alleviate your pain. The goal is to support optimal back health. • Support and guidance with creating routines and habits for managing the current and preventing a future episode of lower back pain. These habits may include stress reduction strategies, cardiovascular activities, and strength-building activities. Lower back pain can hinder your ability to reach, lean, kneel, lift or bend. It can also affect your time spent with friends and family.
The good news is that with guidance from your physical therapist, you can find solutions and get back to living the life you enjoy! Contact Apex Sports Medicine & Rehab Today! When you experience an injury to your back, even if you’re unsure how it occurred, it is important to find out the cause as quickly as possible. Back pain can become chronic without proper guidance from a skilled physical therapist! Working with a physical therapist can help you identify the source of your back pain and help you get started with putting an end
to your back pain once and for all. Call today to make an appointment!
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ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND POMEGRANATE
INGREDIENTS • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved • 1 large shallot, sliced • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil • ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground pepper • 2-3 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar • ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese • ¼ cup pomegranate seeds
DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Toss Brussels sprouts with shallot, oil, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Spread on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast the Brussels sprouts until tender, 20 to 22 minutes. Return to the bowl and toss with vinegar to taste. Sprinkle with goat cheese and pomegranate seeds. https://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/277561/roasted-brussels-sprouts-with-goat-cheese- pomegranate/
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PATIENT FEEDBACK
“I am extremely pleased with the entire staff and their knowledge of helping all types of bodily injuries. You never have to wait for the therapist to get you going! I’m always right on time and so are they. Ryan will keep a sharp eye on you and make sure every movement you make is correct and everything he puts you on to help you get better is also working to your advantage. Not once have I seen any of the 3 wonderful therapists walk off and leave you. They are a very special group of care givers!” —Cheryl C. “They are a very special group of care givers!”
Have you been searching endlessly for a way to improve your physical activity and relieve your pain symptoms? Therapeutic exercise is a great way to restore function and live a pain-free life! Therapeutic exercise is a safe and easy way for people of all ages to find pain relief, and Apex Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation physical therapists are proud to offer it in our Sherman, TX clinic. Many people assume that anyone participating in physical therapy treatments is recovering from recent surgery. However, that is not always the case. Physical therapy provides a multitude of benefits for anyone wishing to restore their strength, endurance, flexibility, or stability. In fact, physical therapy and therapeutic exercise can be used as a treatment for any pain, injury, or ailment someone may be facing. There is a wide variety of therapeutic exercises and each one has a unique
purpose. These include: • Relaxation Exercises • Balance & Coordination Exercises • Range of Motion Exercises
• Area-Specific Exercises • Muscle Performance Exercises • Posture Exercises
Our physical therapists will design an individualized treatment plan for you that is equipped with the therapeutic exercises you need to alleviate your pain, strengthen the weak areas of your body, promote the healing process, and restore optimum levels of function. At Apex Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, our goal is to help you live a pain- free life with even greater strength and endurance than you had before. Are you ready to start exercising? If you want a life with less pain and greater strength and endurance, request an appointment at Apex Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation today to learn more about therapeutic exercise and how it can help you reach your physical goals and allow you to live the life you want!
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Are You In PAIN?
You may benefit from physical therapy if you suffer from:
• Shoulder Pain • Knee Pain • Problems Walking • Dizziness • Sports Injury
• Lower Back Pain • Arthritis • Sciatica
• Neck Pain • Headaches
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