RELIEVE YOUR NECK PAIN WITH PHYSICAL THERAPY
Our physical therapists are movement experts, equipped in identifying and treating the main source of your neck pain. They will analyze your posture, movement, and problem areas, in order to determine the best course of treatment for your needs. Your treatment plan will focus on relieving your pain, in addition to improving your posture, mobility, strength, and coordination. Your diagnosis will determine the make-up of your treatment plan, and may include any combination of manual therapy, targeted stretches and exercises, activity modification, or ergonomic recommendations. It may also include additional methods as deemed fit by your physical therapist, such as ice and heat therapies, ultrasound, or electrical stimulation.
• Improving the coordination of your neck muscles.
• Educating patients on eating well, by reducing the consumption of processed foods that increases inflammation in the body. You will work together with your physical therapist to understand the goals and expectations of each step in your personalized treatment plan, with the main focus being on overcoming your neck pain and recovering as quickly as possible. If your neck pain has been limiting your daily life, don’t wait any longer to seek help. Contact us today to schedule an appointment. At Farmingdale PT West & Lake Shore PT, we are dedicated to providing you with the tools you need for recovery and relief!
Physical therapy can help significantly reduce your neck pain by implementing the following benefits:
• Maintaining proper posture when sitting and standing.
• Restoring flexibility to your neck muscles and joints.
• Strengthening your mid-back muscles and shoulders to provide support to your neck.
EXERC I SE ESSENT I ALS TRY TH I S EXERC I SE TO REL I EVE NECK PA IN
SEASONAL REC I PE SHAMROCK GREEN SMOOTHIE
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INGREDIENTS • 2 bananas, frozen • 1 green apple, core removed • 2 cups water or milk (non- dairy if necessary)
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt • 2 handfuls spinach (about 1–2 cups) • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • Honey to taste (optional)
DIRECTIONS In a blender, add all ingredients. Blend until smooth, adding more water if you want a thinner smoothie. Adjust sweetness with additional honey, if desired. FARMINGDALE PHYSICAL THERAPY WEST 516-731-3583 FarmingdalePhysicalTherapyWest.com LAKE SHORE PHYSICAL THERAPY 631-676-3573 LakeshorePhysicalTherapyNY.com
R E T RACT I ON / CH I N T UCK Slowly draw your head back so that your ears line up with your shoulders. Hold for 3-5 seconds, repeat 5 times.
Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
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