Advantage Rehab: Relieving Neck Pain

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A Perspective Of Neck & Back PainWith Neck and back pain are articles that hit close to home for me. This is something that I personally have struggled with since I was in my teenage years. Sometimes I call it my blessing and my curse. Neck and back pain are not easy to live with, but because I too struggle, I can easily relate with my patients. I can offer them “tricks of daily living” as well as comfort that they really are not “falling apart”. This is just an obstacle they now get to learn how to work around. When pain is at it’s height it can sure feel defeating, however, it’s not the end. They can still live an active and full life with the right treatments and tools. When appropriate, I also educate them as to other fields that can also offer them help in managing their pain. The right chiropractor, acupuncture, massage therapy, nutrition and even clinical hypnosis are all amazing aspects of health care, that when working together, can provide control of back and neck pain keeping them healthy and active. My all time favorite tool for neck pain.... mechanical traction! It is often an under utilized tool that many wish they had known about years ago when dealing with their cervical pain. I’d love to tell you more. Call the office anytime!! ASHLEY KUHNAU, PTA

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“ Who Are You Going To Call When You’re In Pain! ”

RELIEVING NECK PAIN

INSIDE:

• Are You Hurting Your Neck While You Sleep? • Healthy Recipe • Relieve Neck Pain In Minutes • Patient Success Spotlight • Free Neck Pain Consultation

Discussing Neck Pain with Mike Savageau, PT

Mechanical Neck Pain. Mechanical pain usually starts from changes in the neck joints. As discs start to collapse, the space between the neck bones narrows, and the joints may become inflamed. The pain is usually chronic and is typically felt in the middle part of the neck. However, it may spread from the neck into the upper back or to the outside of the shoulder in some cases. Radiculopathy. Pressure or irritation on or around the nerves of the neck can affect the nerves’ electrical signals. The pressure or irritation can be felt as numbness on the skin, weakness in the muscles or pain along the path of the nerve. Weakness in the spine muscles can cause abnormal pressure on the nerves and increased chance of radiculopathy. If you are suffering from neck pain, our physical therapy is ideal to quickly relieve your pain and prevent it from returning. From long-term neck pain, to recovering fromacomplicatedsurgery,wecan relieveyourpainquickly, returning your natural mobility and strength. Our treatments are designed tohelpeasepainand to improveflexibility,strength,postureand function. We even teach you how to protect your neck in the years ahead.

Dear Valued Client,

Neck pain can be a constant ache or sharp pain with movement, stopping you from enjoying life’s activities. Neck pain is very common affecting approximately2/3 rds of thepopulationatonepoint or another. People with neck pain suffer mainly

MIKE SAVAGEAU PT/CEO/Owner

from one of the following conditions:

Degenerative Disc Disease. The discs are the fluid filled sacs between the bones of your neck. The normal aging process shrinks the discs and dries them out. Repeated stress and strain also weakens the tissues that make up a disc. When this happens, the disc loses its ability to absorb shock. In turn, this causes rubbing and changes in the shape of the joints in your neck, which can be painful. Muscle Strain. When there is an injury to the neck or you overuse the shoulder and neck muscles, a strain can occur. When this happens, the neckmusclesmaygo intospasm tohelpsupportandprotect thesorearea.

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ARE YOU HURTING YOUR NECKWHILE YOU SLEEP?

We spend one third of our lives sleeping. Therefore, how you sleep and the bed you sleep on can have a dramatic effect on the support of your body. When you sleep you need to be aware of how your neck and spine aresupported.Therearemanydifferent typesofbedson themarket today which can be very confusing for consumers. The best type of bed is the one that you try out and feel most comfortable using. Typically, a bed that is firm underneath, with a softer top helps to provide support as well as contour your body. If your mattress is old, then think about investing in a new one so that your neck and spine are supported well. Thebestpositions tosleep in foryourspineareonyourbackorsides.Avoid sleepingonyourstomachsinceyourspineendsup twisted,especiallyyour neck.Overthehoursofrepetitivesleepingonyourstomach,youcandamage the joints of your spine and compress the nerves exiting your spine. Use a pillow to help support your body and take the weight of your legs off your spine. If you like to sleep on your back, place a pillow under the backs of your thighs and knees. This should place your knees in a slight, supported bend which takes pressure off your lower back. If you sleep on your side, be sure to put a pillow between your knees. This helps keep the alignment of your spine, and takes the pressure of your upper leg off the spine. Have 1-2 pillows under your head to keep your neck in proper alignment. If you need 2 pillows stagger them so that one pillow overlaps the other by one half. The lower half goes under the shoulders, while the upper half supports the neck.

Our physical therapists at Advantage Rehab Inc. can show you exercises, stretchesand techniques to relieveyourpainandprevent it from returning. If you are suffering with neck or back pain, call us today to learn more about how we can relieve your pain, returning you to a more active, pain-free life!

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Healthy Recipe: Traditional Crepes

Relieve Neck Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing neck pain.

INGREDIENTS • 2 eggs • 1 cup milk • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour • 1 pinch salt • 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil DIRECTIONS In a blender combine eggs, milk, flour, salt and oil. Process until smooth.Coverand refrigerate1hour.

CHIN TUCK SUPINE Lie with roll under neck. Without lifting head, tuck chin gently. Keep the large muscles in the neck relaxed. Strengthens Neck Muscles

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and brush with oil. Pour 1/4 cup of crepe batter into pan, tilting to completely coat the surface of the pan. Cook 2 to 5 minutes, turning once, until golden. Repeat with remaining batter. Garnish with fresh fruit of your choice.

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DISCOVER HOW TO LIVE PAIN FREE

Patient Success Spotlight

At Advantage Rehab Inc., you will receive hands-on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health experts during focused and individualized sessions. It’s time to get Advantage Rehab Inc. if: • You’re tired of living in pain • You want to feel better and move better • You have been in an auto accident or injured on the job • You want to prevent injury 1. Call and talk to your therapist 2. Discover why your pain has come back 3. Get your custom recovery program

“I will always recommend Advantage Rehab to anyone who has any type of medical issue that needs therapy! The treatment I received from the staff was excellent and very professional each and every time. They were able to work their magic on me after our car accident in a minimal amount of time. They always had my best interest in mind and they didn’t prescribe treatment that wasn’t necessary to get me back on my feet. Can actually say I miss seeing them! Thanks Ashley and Mike for all you did for me!” - Teresa C. They were able to work their magic on me!

Take Care of Your Aches and Pains Before It’s Too Late.

Attention Neck Pain Sufferers!

Do You Have Difficulty Bending Or Reaching?

• Decrease your pain • Increase your strength • Increase your activity level We can help:

• Increase your flexibility • Improve your health • Get back to living

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