Newsletter by FYZICAL Therapy Balance Centers
SEPTEMBER, 2020
IS BACK PAIN SLOWING YOU DOWN?
FREE 30 MINUTE EXAM! Details Inside
INSIDE: • Back Pain Solutions • Exercise To Do At Home Patient Success Spotlight • Staff Spotlight • And More!
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SEPTEMBER, 2020
IS BACK PAIN SLOWING YOU DOWN?
Back pain can hinder your day-to-day activities. Left untreated, it can even lead to long-term joint, spine and nerve damage. As one of the most common physical complaints, over 80 percent of the U.S. population will suffer from it at some point in their lifetime. The pain itself can hinder your ability to reach, lean, kneel, lift or bend. It can also hinder your time spent with friends and family. Direct pain aside, minor aches and cramps associated with a back pain problem canmake you irritable—ruining your good time. What Causes Back Pain? A few things cause back pain. The American Physical Therapy Association covers each of these, but the following are leading causes: • Spinal and core muscle weaknesses • Bad posture • Spinal muscle and tissue damage • Improper lifting form • Limited hip, spine and thigh muscle flexibility • Bad abdominal, pelvic and back muscle coordination Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t seek treatment when back pain arises. Before they know it, they have a big problem. They might assume nothing—except for medication—can solve their back pain problem. Medication might mask the pain, but it won’t cure the problem’s root cause.
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BACK PAIN SOLUTIONS
You’re in luck: Back pain can be cured! The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke covers a number of back pain remedies. These include the use of strength exercise, physical therapy and medication. Where medication is considered, anti- inflammatory drugs, analgesic medications and counter-irritants are the most popular. Before you can treat your back pain, however, you need to know why it started. Whether you’ve tweaked a muscle or have a deeper injury, a spine specialist can help. Back Pain Prevention. A little prevention goes a long way. If you want to avoid future back pain, you can make sure you’re being good to your back. Lift Properly. You pick things up constantly. Even if you’re lifting something light, make sure you’re facing the object. Squat, keeping your spine straight. Lift with your leg muscles, as this will reduce the pressure placed on your spine. Use Good Posture. When you’re standing, imagine a string is attached to the top of your head—lifting you up. This will keep your hips, spine, shoulders and neck aligned. If you’re sitting, don’t slouch. Use Strength Training. Your body has hundreds of muscles. These muscles protect and control your spine. By lifting weights, running and swimming, you can keep them strong. Train your core muscles. In doing so, you’ll easily control quick, lifting movements.
It never hurts to visit a physical therapist, either. Get regular check-ups, and make sure your body is in good condition. If you have a history of back injuries, pain or minor aches, don’t hesitate to talk to a professional. You deserve a pain-free life, and your back will thank you. Sources: http://www.apta.org/ https://www.acatoday.org/Patients/Health-Wellness-Information/Back-Pain- Facts-and-Statistics https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/ Low-Back-Pain-Fact-Sheet
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT
LINCOLN KINKADE PT, OWNER Special Treatment Interests: Trigger Point Dry Needling, Treatment of Spinal Conditions using a hands-on manual approach, ASTYM
Bachelor of Science: Physical Therapy, West Virginia University Special Training: Trigger Point Dry Needling, ASTYM Memberships: American Physical Therapy Association Hometown: Pine Grove, WV Interests/Hobbies: CrossFit, Fishing, Biking Lincoln has worked at FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Centers since he opened it in 2003.
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Exercise To Do At Home
PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT
I came to FYZICAL Therapy for my bad back and leg pain. My pain was from my lower back to my ankle. It
Strengthens Back
was so severe that it made me cry out often. They put me in the pool, and the exercises in the pool made me a believer. Kayleigh is a great person, and the FYZICAL team did a great job. When I first came to physical therapy, I had to walk with a cane, and now I do not! My pain is much better than when I first came. Thank You!” - Earl N.
BRIDGING While lying on your back, raise your buttocks off the floor or bed. Hold for 10 seconds and repeat 8 times.
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