PHYSICAL THERAPY FOR ACHES & PAINS
Therearea lotofdifferentreasonsastowhyyoumaystartfeelingachesandpains. Musclepainwilloccurwheneveryourmusclesstarttogrow.Tobuildmoremuscle mass,yourmuscleshavetostretch,and lacticacidcanpour intothe liningofyour muscles to cause a burning sensation. More movement will push that acid out, helping you to experience relief, and in time your muscles will develop increased elasticity, and the burning won’t be so severe. Build-up of tension from stress or overuse,andmusclepainfrompoorposturecanalsocontributetoregularpain.A physical therapistcan takeacomprehensiveassessment tohelpdeterminewhat may be the primary cause behind your aches and pains. Workingwithaphysicaltherapistcanhelpyoudevelopanewapproachtomanaging your aches and pains. Your physical therapy program will likely take into account strategies likehydrotherapy,deeptissuemassage,guidedstretchingandtargeted movements to help you experience ongoing relief from regular discomfort. Give us a call so we can help you say goodbye to your aches and pains.
For more information about overcoming back pain, call 321-802-5814 to talk with your physical therapist today!
SPRING TIPS FOR PAIN-FREE GARDENING
These tips can help prevent injuries: • Warmupbeforeyougarden.A10minute briskwalkandstretchesforthespine and limbs are good ways to warm up. • Change positions frequently to avoid stiffness or cramping. • Makeuseofagardencartorwheelbarrow tomoveheavyplantingmaterialsor tools. Be sure to keep your back straight while using a wheelbarrow. • If kneeling on both knees causes discomfort in your back, try kneeling on one andkeep theother footon theground.Usekneepadsoragardeningpadwhen kneeling. • If kneeling or leaning down to the ground causes significant pain in your back or knees, consider using elevated planters to do your gardening. • Avoidbendingyourwristupwardswhenpullingthingsorusinggardeningtools. Instead,keepyourwriststraightanduseyourshouldermuscles topulland lift. • End your gardening session with some gentle backward bending of your low back,ashortwalkand lightstretching,similartostretchesdonebeforestarting.
Common gardening activities, such as digging, planting, weeding, mulching, and raking can cause stress and strain on muscles and joints.This is especially true for senior citizens and people who are normally sedentary. Different body areas such as the shoulders, neck, back, and knees can be vulnerable to injury during gardening.
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