UNDERSTANDING THE WHY AND THE HOW
There are a lot of different reasons that back pain can develop. Even when you break down injuries, whether, from overuse or athletic pursuits, there are different problems that can develop. Sprains and strains are common, but so are issues with the vertebrae, blood flow, and even concerns regarding the spinal nerves.
back pain by strengthening the vertebrae and improving blood flow and nutrient disbursement throughout the back. When you are inactive, blood flow can actually become impeded, and this can have a negative effect on the overall health of your back and spine. How Physical Therapy Helps Anyone who has struggled with back pain can tell you plain and simple: When your back is hurting, there is no way to pretend that it isn’t. Simply going from sedentary activity to being active and healthy isn’t an option — at least not so easily. It takes time and effort, and when back pain is obstructing you from getting started, it requires help. Physical therapy can help you overcome back pain by giving you the knowledge and support necessary to help your back feel better, giving you the option to get off the couch and push yourself to reach new goals. Working with a licensed and experienced physical therapist ensures that you do not take on too much too quickly, but instead are guided through the process of healing with gradual steps.
You might be amazed to discover the different factors that could be influencing your back health. Such as:
• Your personal level of physical activity, including how often you exercise and the intensity of your typical workouts.
• The types of shoes that you wear, in addition to how frequently you walk in different types of shoes, particularly shoes that lack support or those with high heels. • Prolonged engagement in sedentary behavior, including sitting at a desk for eight hours or more consecutive days of the week, or spending free time on the couch or otherwise relaxed.
Aerobic activity and strength training exercises actually make it possible to reduce your risk of injury and to improve your ability to overcome
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EXERC I SE ESSENT I AL S Helps With Back Pain www.simpleset.net TRUNK FLEXION | TO FLOOR Sit in a chair with good posture. Hands-on thighs. Let your trunk sag toward the floor use your arms to control the movement. Let your arms dangle to the floor. Now use your arms to push yourself up.
THAI CARROT & SWEET POTATO SOUP
• 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger • 2 tbsp red curry paste • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, plus more if needed •¼ cup raw almond butter or peanut butter • 3 cups diced carrots • 3 cups diced sweet potatoes
INGREDIENTS • 1 tbsp coconut oil • 2 cups chopped yellow onion • 2 cloves garlic, minced
DIRECTIONS In a large pot, melt coconut oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger and sauté for 5-6 minutes until onion is translucent. Stir in curry paste. In a small bowl, whisk together some of the broth with almond butter until smooth. Add mixture to pot, along with carrots, sweet potatoes, salt, and remaining vegetable broth. Stir until combined. Bring soup to a low boil over medium-high heat and then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until potatoes and carrots are fork-tender. Ladle soup carefully into a blender. You will likely have to do this in a couple of batches, depending on the size of your blender. Being careful to avoid hot steam from the lid, blend on low, and slowly increase speed until soup is completely smooth.
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