When you have an ache or pain, it can leave you scratching your head as to where the pain is truly coming from. Just because it hurts in that part of your leg or arm, doesn’t mean that is where the problem is coming from. Is it a disc, muscle strain, or did you just plain overdo it?
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It truly is an exciting time in my life. There is somuch change happening and I could not be happier. Within the next six months my family will have an addition of four babies. My wife, Allie, and I are expecting our first child-a little girl-in February and we can’t wait for her arrival. Just as exciting, both my sister and her sister are expecting at the end of October and my cousin is expecting in the middle of November. Talk about baby fever! I can’t wait for family gatherings and holidays next year when all the children can be together-including my older nephew, Maslow. Allie and I had always told our family and friends we were waiting until later in the year to start our family, which allowed us to hide it easily once we got the good news! We discussed when and howwe wanted to tell our parents. We had the perfect opportunity when we took my parents, Tina and Jeff, out for a joint Father’s and Mother’s Day dinner. Prior to dinner, Allie and I decided we wouldn’t share the news, which we had found out the day before, just yet unless they specifically asked. We figured with it being an expensive dinner they would expect Allie to have a glass of wine and may question if she didn’t. Sure enough, my dad caught on and we celebrated the good news. Allie’s family lives in Louisville so we had to make sure they weren’t suspicious when we asked to meet in Nashville for lunch, which we’ve never done. We told them it was a belated Father’s and Mother’s Day lunch and Allie got them a card that they expected to be for the occasion. When they opened the card they were shocked to find it was actually Grandparent’s card telling them the good news. Allie and I moved to Collierville at the beginning of 2017 with the intention to make roots and start a family. We are extremely excited about what the future holds for our growing family! Babies, babies, babies!
Dr. Jeff Edwards
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What Different Types of PAIN Can Tell You…
When you have an ache or pain, it can leave you scratching your head as to where the pain is truly coming from. Just because it hurts in that part of your leg or arm, doesn’t mean that is where the problem is coming from. Is it a disc, muscle strain, or did you just plain overdo it? We know it is important to gather all the right information first to make the correct diagnosis. That is why we thoroughly evaluate you first and work with your doctor closely. Being a physical therapist ismuch like being a detective of the body. Where did that pain come from, what type of pain is it, what are you not able to do that you want to get back to, how is your body moving incorrectly, etc.? If you are suffering from back pain or neck pain, here are some questions that are important for us to know, to determine the origins of your pain: How long have you had your pain? For example, acute low back (lumbar) pain may be because of a muscle strain. Chronic low back pain is typical of restricted joints, tight muscle tissue, and weakened muscle strength. What type of pain? Achy, sharp, tingling? Achy pain is typically a problem with movement due to poor functioning of muscles and joints. Sharp pain can be a muscle spasm, or even an impingement of a joint. Tingling senzations and pain can be irritation to a nerve either from compression or inflammation of that area.
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Exercise Essentials Try these exercises to help maintain a healthy body
Knee Squeeze Stand with good posture, and a foam roll or pillow between knees. Reach overhead, engage core, squeeze foam roll or pillow. Bend forward at the hips, reaching toward toes. Repeat 10 times.
Superwoman/ Superman Lie on your stomach as shown. Lift your arms and legs off the floor slightly at the same time. Repeat 10 times.
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Not all exercises are appropriate for every person. Please consult with a healthcare provider before starting.
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Patient Success Spotlights
“I also highly recommend dry needling.” I had a great experience at Pittman PT. I was in terrible pain when I first started coming here, and I didn’t think it would be possible to feel any relief. Before I started therapy, I had neck and shoulder pain. I had trouble swimming and reaching for objects from the side, but now I can do all of that pain free. I’ve learned a lot about posture and the proper technique for various strengthing exercises. I also highly recommend dry needling. It did wonders! Jeff, Helen, Brad, and Krista have been wonderful! I highly recommend Pittman Physical Therapy! - Jennifer Burner
“Now I can cut all day long.” “When I first came here, I was in a very bad car accident. I could barely make hard cuts when running at full speed. Thanks to the wonderful staff at Pittman, they’ve helped me to regain my strength back in that leg. Now I can cut all day long.” - Kendarius Malone
“I have almost full range of motion!”
“The traction and exercises were a life saver!!” “I had pain in my back that also caused pain under my ribs. It was all focused on my right side. The pain hurt during the day, but was sometimes worse when I was trying to go to sleep. After a few PT visits, it stopped hurting. The traction and exercises were a life saver!!” - Sandra Benson
“When I first came here I was having a lot of pain in my heels because of severs. Whenever I was at practice, I had to sit out sometimes because it hurt too bad to participate in some of the activities. After all of the appointments here, I am pain free and can be a part of everything during practice. Thanks PT!” -Ava Feyerherm
SUFFERING WITH ACHES & PAINS? What different types of pain can tell you…
Does the pain travel to a specific part of the leg or arm, or does it spread over a wide area to the buttock, back of the leg, or arm? Wide-spread pain is typical of muscle strain, inflammation, and weakness. Patients will typically relate this pain with prolonged standing, walking, and other physical activities. This is due to the fact that the muscles cannot support the spine or hips, and thus become strained. Specific pain in a part of the leg or arm can possibly be nerve related. In either of these cases, it is important for you to seek out the right professional help. Is the pain worse at a specific time of day? Achy, stiff pain in the morning can be due to muscle and tissue stiffness. Severe radiating pain to the lower back, buttock, and leg with bending in the morning is an indicator of a potential herniated disc. Wide-spread pain is typically related to the lack of flexibility and guarding in the spine; whereas pain towards the end of the day after moving and activity, is an indicator of spinal muscle weakness as the muscles fatigue during the day.
Do you have difficulty with prolonged sitting, standing, or walking? Pain with prolonged standing and walking is typical of muscle fatigue of the spine as well as the hip muscles. It is typical to complain of pain to the lowback and buttocks as your muscles cannot tolerate the activity. An easy test to check your hip strength is to lie on your side and lift your leg up 10 times. If you struggle with this, you most likely have hipmuscle weakness, which will cause a lot of strain to your spine. Most peoplewith back pain have a lot of weakness with these muscles and many others. The good news is that with the right physical therapy treatment plan, you can treat these problem areas and prevent the pain from returning. There is a lot that can be done to help pain, and the fastest way to relieve pain is to find out the true source and treat it. At Pittman Physical Therapy, our SPINE Programdetermines where your pain is coming from and then quickly relieves it. Furthermore, you will get stronger and be on the right path to return to the activities you love to do, without pain. Call us today to find out more.
Call Pittman Physical Therapy if: You have back pain at the end of the day You have trouble enjoying time with family due to pain You have limited mobility at work
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