POSTERIOR SHOULDER STRETCH Sit or stand with good posture. Reach across your chest. Use your other arm to pull a little bit further. Repeat 7 times on both sides. Stretches Shoulders www.simpleset.net Try this movement if you are experiencing shoulder pain. EXERCISE OF THE MONTH
The Top 3 Ways to Avoid Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a very common occurrence, especially in those that are at a computer all day. The carpal tunnel is in your wrist and made up of bones of the hand and ligaments that form the ceiling of the tunnel. With typing, pressure is frequently put on the wrists and base of the palm. In addition, the frequent use of the tendons that glide through this area, during typing can cause the tendons to become irritated and swollen decreasing the space in the tunnel. Your median nerve, which supplies sensation and muscle control to your thumb and first two fingers can become compressed. This is why with CTS, many people first experience tingling or numbness in the thumb and first two fingers. While this can be a sign of nerve compression, the good news is that this can be prevented and even reversed quite quickly. Seeing a physical therapist right away is essential, but here are some tips you can do in the meantime: 1. Stretch your wrists and hands - Stand up and grab the tips of your fingers with the other hand. With your arm outstretched, gently stretch your fingers back until you feel a gentle pulling in your hand and wrist. Hold this for 15-30 seconds and repeat on both sides for 3 times. Do this frequently throughout the day. 2. Improve your posture at work If you slouch at the keyboard, this puts the neck in a bad position and can put more pressure on your wrists, decreasing blood flow to your hands. Sit tall and have your keyboard slightly lower than the level of your elbow. 3. Stretch your chest and shoulders Improving your shoulder and chest mobility increases the circulation in your hands.The better your circulation, the less inflammation can build up in the hand and wrist. CTS is a condition that you can prevent with these tips. However, if you start to notice the tingling, numbness or weakness in your hand, see a physical therapist right away. It is much better to catch CTS early, than after nerve damage has occurred. If you feel that you might be experiencing CTS or know someone with these symptoms, call us today to speak with one of our specialists.
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“My surgeon was very pleased with my progress and said I accomplished more in three months than most patients do in six. The treatment I received at Fit PT made this possible...”
“I am 85 years old and thought not much could be done about my “old bones” and the pain in my arms and shoulders. I needed assistance dressing and couldn’t raise my arms to comb my hair, get a dish from the cupboard and many other normal tasks. My orthopedic surgeon diagnosed degeneration of the shoulder and replaced the worn out parts with titanium. He then sent me to Fit Physical Therapy for rehab. My therapist was a very skilled and with the personality to motivate me to do my part. He explained clearly what I needed to do for a successful rehabilitation with kindness and compassion. My surgeon was very pleased with my progress and said I accomplished more in three months than most patients do in six. The treatment I received at Fit PT made this possible and I now do all the things I couldn’t do before!” - S.N.
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