Newsletter by FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers
JANUARY, 2021
IS STRESS CAUSING YOUR NECK PAIN? GET BACK ON TRACK WITH YOUR PHYSICAL THERAPY TODAY!
INSIDE: • How Physical Therapy Can Help My Neck Pain Exercise To Do At Home • Patient Success Spotlight • Staff Spotlight And More! www.fyzical.com/ncwv
JANUARY, 2021
NAGGING NECK PAIN BACK?
Does your neck hurt? You might be suffering from stress-related pain — also called a tension head- ache. During anxiety, muscles tense up. As muscle tension tightens, the back, shoulders and neck are affected. The more pressure they cause, the more discomfort you get. Let’s take a closer look at stress- related neck pain. Is My Neck Pain Caused by Stress? Pain worsened by keeping your head in one place — like when you’re driving, or using a computer — is neck pain. While neck pain has a slew of symptoms, its major symptoms, reported by Mayo Clinic, are: • Muscle tightness and spasms • Headaches • Decreased ability to move the head Stress-induced neck pain isn’t rare. It also isn’t psychological. Many experts think stress-induced neck pain is caused by physical factors — low, but constant, trapezius muscle activity. If your neck pain starts at the base of your shoulders, traveling upward, it may be stress related. Causes of Stress-Related Neck Pain. While stress alone can trigger neck pain, a few factors can make it worse. Office environments tend to create neck pain problems — as they confine people to chairs, bad posture and little mobility. Driving often, too, can make your chances of stress-related neck pain higher. The U.S. National Library of Medicine suggests contacting a professional if you’re experiencing neck pain. Even if it’s caused by stress, untreated neck pain might later reveal muscle spasms, arthritis, bulging discs or even narrowed spinal nerve openings.
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Neck pain, fortunately, can be alleviated with physical therapy. Because neck pain is often caused by activity, different activity can cure it. Sometimes, this “activity” means “no activity.” Before you contact a professional, try reducing your neck movements. Sometimes, simply letting your neck muscles relax is enough. If you don’t see relief within two weeks, contact a professional. Physical therapists can target your pain’s source by examining your symptoms. Then, they can offer exercises that stretch, flex and relax your neck muscles. In time, your neck will become more resilient — giving you the comfort you deserve. Where aftercare treatment is considered, custom-tailored neck exercises will assure your neck stays loose, limber and healthy. If you’re dealing with neck pain, you’re not alone. Call our office today, and schedule an assessment. Even if your neck pain is caused by stress, it still needs attention. We’ll work side by side with your goals, creating the proactive, effective programs you need to achieve mobility once more. Sources https://www.spine-health.com/blog/how-relieve-neck-pain-caused-stress https://www. everydayhealth.com/neck-pain/neck-pain-reduce-stress.aspx https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ pubmedhealth/PMHT0027055/ https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000802.htm https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/most-neck-pain-improves-with-self-care-time/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/neck-pain/symptoms-causes/syc-20375581 HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP MY NECK PAIN
WESTOVER OFFICE (304) 225-5222
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT
NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT BALLS
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INGREDIENTS • 10 tbsp cocoa powder • 6 tbsp maple syrup • 1/4 cup almond butter (use sunbutter for nut free)
• 1/4 cup unflavored pea protein powder • ½ tsp peppermint extract • 1/4 tsp sea salt • 2-4 tbsp crushed candy canes • 2-4 tbsp dairy free chocolate chips (optional)
ANNA BEHNKE, PT, DPT Specializations: Balance, Dizziness, Back Pain Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of South Carolina Special Training: FYZICAL Balance and Dizziness Memberships: American Physical Therapy Association Hometown: Peoria, IL Interests: Running, Hiking and Backpacking
DIRECTIONS Put everything except the candy cane or cacao nibs, chocolate chips and water into a bowl and mix well. Slowly add water if needed (You may not need any water if your almond butter is runny). Start with a teaspoon and slowly add until you get a well mixed batter. If you add too much then the batter will be too soft to roll. Add the candy canes/ cacao nibs and chocolate chips and mix again. Allow to chill in the fridge while you clean up, then roll into balls. https://www.veggiesdontbite.com/no-bake-chocolate-peppermint-protein-balls
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Exercise To Do At Home CERVICAL RETRACTION (TOWEL) Stand with your back against a wall. Position a rolled up towel behind your neck. Tuck chin like you are nodding ‘yes’. Draw your chin closer to the back of your throat. Repeat 3 times. Stretches Neck
PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT
When I first came to PT, I was having a lot of pain in my hip. (Couldn’t sit for long or step up
with my left leg). Physical Therapy has always been beneficial in the past, so I had no fears, other than continuing to deal with the pain I was currently experiencing. The changes, all positive, have been amazing. All has gone well, including the cheerful coaching and encouragement for all of the staff.”
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