Neck pain can be a constant ache or sharp pain with movement, stopping you from enjoying life’s activities. Neck pain is very common affecting approximately 2/3rds of the population at one point or another. People with neck pain suffer mainly from one of the following conditions:
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Neck pain can be a constant ache or sharp pain with movement, stopping you from enjoying life’s activities. Neckpain isverycommonaffectingapproximately2/3 rds ofthepopulationatonepointoranother.Peoplewithneck pain suffer mainly from one of the following conditions: Degenerative Disc Disease The discs are the fluid filled sacs between the bones of your neck. The normal aging process shrinks the discs and dries them out. Repeated stress and strain also weakens the tissues that make up a disc. When this happens, the disc loses its ability to absorb shock. In turn, this causes rubbing and changes in the shape of the joints in your neck, which can be painful. Muscle Strain When there is an injury to the neck or you overuse the shoulder and neck muscles, a strain can occur. When this happens, the neck muscles may go into spasm to help support and protect the sore area. Mechanical Neck Pain Mechanicalpainusuallystarts fromchanges in theneck joints. As discs start to collapse, the space between the neck bones narrows, and the joints may become inflamed.The pain is usually chronic and is typically felt in the middle part of the neck. However, it may spread from the neck into the upper back or to the outside of the shoulder in some cases. Radiculopathy Pressureor irritationonoraround thenervesof theneck can affect the nerves’ electrical signals.The pressure or irritationcanbefeltasnumbnessontheskin,weakness in themusclesorpainalongthepathofthenerve.Weakness
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in the spine muscles can cause abnormal pressure on the nerves and increased chance of radiculopathy. If you are suffering from neck pain, our SPINE Program is ideal to quickly relieve your pain and prevent it from returning. From long-term neck pain, to recovering from a complicated surgery, we can relieve your pain quickly, returningyournatural mobilityandstrength.Our treatmentsaredesignedtohelpeasepainandto improve flexibility, strength, posture and function. We even teach you how to protect your neck in the years ahead. Look inside to learn more about our SPINE Program and say good-bye to that aching neck!
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Discover HowToAvoidNeckPain “Are You Hurting Your NeckWhile You Sleep?”
We spend one third of our lives sleeping. Therefore, how you sleep and the bed you sleep on can have a dramatic effect on the support of your body. When you sleep you need to be aware of how your neck and spine are supported. There are many different types of beds on the market today which can be very confusing for consumers. The best type of bed is the one that you try out and feel most comfortable using. Typically, a bed that is firm underneath,withasofter tophelps toprovidesupportaswellascontouryour body. If your mattress is old, then think about investing in a new one so that your neck and spine are supported well. The best positions to sleep in for your spine are on your back or sides. Avoid sleeping on your stomach since your spine ends up twisted, especially your neck.Over thehoursof repetitivesleepingonyourstomach,youcandamage the joints of your spine and compress the nerves exiting your spine. Use a pillow to help support your body and take the weight of your legs off your spine. If you like to sleep on your back, place a pillow under the backs of your thighs and knees. This should place your knees in a slight, supported bend which takes pressure off your lower back. If you sleep on your side, be sure to put a pillow between your knees. This helps keep the alignment of your spine, and takes the pressure of your upper leg off the spine. Have 1-2 pillows under your head to keep your neck in proper alignment. If you need 2 pillows stagger them so that one pillow overlaps the other by one half. The lower half goes under the shoulders, while the upper half supports the neck. Our physical therapists at Nestor Physical Therapy can show you exercises, stretches and techniques to relieve your pain and prevent it from returning.
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Smoke Roasted Prime Rib on the Rotisserie! Prime rib on Christmas has been on the repeat list for my family the last several years. My Dad used to make roast beef for Christmas and then he bought a prime rib, and that was the end of roast beef. My Mom now makes it. Last year we did Christmas at my sister’s house and my brother-in-law BJ made prime rib. They all do it in the oven, which is great, I do it a little different. 1. This is one of the most expensive cuts of meat people will ever buy. But, cooking it can be super easy. 2. Plan one rib per 2 people on average. If you are feeding a hungry group, you may need more. and even heating of the charcoals. 8. Once the charcoals are gray, add them to the grill. I add the soaked wood chips to the coals to create smoke. Once the smoke is a light color, almost a light blue it is time to cook. 9. Prime rib on rotisserie and start the motor. The temp on the grill was between 375 and 400 while it cooked. Resist the urge to keep opening the grill to look at the food.
3.The prime rib in the picture is 5 bones (ribs) and it was about 10-11 pounds. Average cooking time for a prime rib is 15 minutes per pound. 4. I left a layer of fat over the prime rib since it will melt and baste the meat as it cooks. I trimmed some of the larger pieces of fat off. 5. Some butchers will “French” the roast. Meaning they cut back the meat between the ribs. It is just for looks. I didn’t, since you can eat the meat between the bones. 6. To season the prime rib: I cut small holes in the meat with a paring knife and stuck small cloves of garlic and rosemary in the holes. I then rubbed the outside of the prime rib with olive oil for flavor and it allows the seasoning rub to stick the meat. Then I applied kosher salt, cracked black pepper, and chopped rosemary. 7. The grill was prepared for indirect grilling and then I attached the rotisserie. I start the charcoal in a chimney starter. It allows for faster
10. After about 45-60 minutes’ start basting the meat with the drippings or spray with red wine. (Red wine in a spray bottle is how I keep the meat moist as it cooks). 11. Check the temperature with an instant read thermometer. 12. Cook to an internal temperature 130-135 for medium rare. Make sure you let the meat rest when you remove it from the grill or the oven for 10-15 minutes. Letting the meat rest allows the juice to re- absorb back into the meat. The temperature can also rise another 10 degrees while it rests. 13. Carve off the bones, and then slice the prime rib. I like to serve the bone/ribs for any of the carnivores in the group. Enjoy! BONUS ITEM: I make a horseradish cream to go with the prime rib. It is made with fresh horseradish and it adds a nice kick.
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CHIN TUCK SUPINE Lie with roll under neck. Without lifting head, tuck chin gently. Keep the large muscles in the neck relaxed. Repeat 7 times. Relieves Neck Pain
Call Today! 401-356-4777 “I was recommended to Dr. Steve Nestor by my physician. My head movement was restricted and was experiencing pain from the back of my skull into the lower neck. After the initial treatment to the neck and upper back my initial comment was “Wow”, I could move my head easier and with increased motion. Within a short period of time, the radiating pain subsided. I continue with the special exercises that were recommended. I am very impressed with the professional, yet friendly approach that Dr. Nestor exhibits. The immediate result was amazing.” - John Emin.
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