Kinetix: Life Is Good Without Neck Pain

Health & Wellness Newsletter by Kinetix Physical Therapy

Health &Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

THANK YOU FOR HELPING US GROW!

Wow, it was a full week of celebration for the Kinetix team and our patients, friends and families. First, 20 lucky people received free screenings leading up to the celebration. That same week, we received our new class 4 laser and had extensive training so that we could showcase it at Open House. Then, the night of our Open House, we had plenty of good food, music, games for the kids, interactive stations for the adults, tours, free laser sessions and 18 prize drawings. We really appreciated all the businesses that donated the prizes for the drawings. And if that wasn’t enough, we also had a full house at our Low Back Pain and Sciatica workshop that evening. The Kinetix Team did an outstanding job of answering questions,

scheduling free screenings, offering laser package pricing, and having a great time with those in attendance. We also want to thank you, our patients, for helping us grow!

Health & Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

“Look Up To Natural Pain Relief ” LIFE IS GOOD WITHOUT NECK PAIN

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 2/3 rds of the population at one point or another. People with neck 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 thishappens, thedisc loses itsability toabsorbshock. Inturn,thiscausesrubbing 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 Mechanical pain usually starts from changes in the neck joints. As discs start to collapse, the space between the neck

bonesnarrows,and the jointsmaybecome inflamed. The pain is usually chronic and is typically felt in the middle part of the neck.However, itmayspreadfrom theneck into the upper back or to the outside of the shoulder in some cases. Radiculopathy Pressureor irritationonoraroundthenerves of theneckcanaffect thenerves’electrical signals. The pressure or irritation can be felt as numbness on the skin, weakness in the muscles or pain along the path of the nerve. Weakness in the spine muscles can causeabnormalpressureon thenervesand 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 fromacomplicatedsurgery,wecan relieve your pain quickly, returning your natural mobility and strength. Our treatments are designed to help ease pain and to improve flexibility, strength, posture and function. Weeventeachyouhowtoprotectyourneck in the years ahead. Look inside to learn more about our SPINE Program and say good-bye to that aching neck!

INSIDE: Are You Hurting Your Neck While You Sleep? Relieve Neck Pain In Minutes Healthy Recipe

ATTENTION BACK PAIN & SCIATICA SUFFERERS! FREE BACK PAIN WORKSHOP DECEMBER 2ND AT 10AM • Do you suffer with back pain or leg pain when you stand or walk? • Do you have pain when you sit for long periods or drive? • Do you experience pain, numbness or tingling into your buttock, groin or down your leg? If you said yes, you need to come to our Back Pain & Sciatica Workshop at Kinetix Physical Therapy! What you will learn: 1.The Single Biggest #1 Mistake back pain and sciatica sufferers make which actually stops them from healing… 2. The 3 Most Common Causes of Lower Back Pain and Sciatica… 3. How a problem in your back can cause pain, numbness or tingling in your leg… Register by calling 352-505-6665, at http://kinetixpt.ptworkshops.com/ or at kinetixpt.com. Seats are limited so register today!

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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 aresupported.Therearemany different types of beds on themarket 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, with a softer top helps to provide support as well as contour your body. If your mattress is old, then think about investing in a new one so that your neck and spine are supported well.

Thebestpositions tosleep in foryourspineareonyourbackorsides.Avoid sleepingonyourstomachsinceyourspineendsup twisted,especiallyyour neck.Overthehoursofrepetitivesleepingonyourstomach,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. Ourphysical therapistsatKinetixPhysicalTherapycanshowyouexercises, stretchesand techniques to relieveyourpainandprevent it from returning.

If you are suffering with neck or back pain, call us today to learn more about how we can relieve your pain, returning you to a more active, pain-free life!

HAVE YOUMET YOURANNUAL INSURANCE DEDUCTIBLE?

Relieve Neck Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing neck pain.

Decreases neck pain

CHIN TUCK SUPINE Lie with roll under neck. Without lifting head, tuck chin gently. Keep the large muscles in the neck relaxed. Repeat 5 times.

An insurance deductible is the amount of money that you must pay before your insurance company pays for your medical services. If your deductible is met, your physical therapy may notcostyouanything. Patientswith familyplansor thosewho have had major surgeries or have a chronic illness are especially likely to have a $0 balance remaining on their out-of-pocket expenses. This means that the cost of physical therapy could be minimal or completely covered by the patient’s insurance plan. Ifyouareclose toorhavemetyour insurancedeductible for theyear, thennow is the time to come in for physical therapy! Are you feeling aches and pains? Need to work on your core? Let us help you get a head start for 2018. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

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Patient Success Spotlight

Do You Have Friends or Family Who Can’t: � Move without pain � Bend and move freely

The therapy has gradually eliminated the lingering tingling and numbness!

“My neck and arm pain were debilitating and kept me from doing most of my normal activities. Working with Scott, Eric, and Collin immediately relieved the worst of the pain and the therapy has gradually eliminated the lingering tingling and numbness.The best part of this experience is learning exercises I can do at home and the gym to continue throughout each week. I have enjoyed getting to know all of the staff at Kinetix and I’m grateful to all of you for your help and friendship.” -Joyce M.

� Balance confidently and securely � Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active and healthy lifestyle

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PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFIN RECIPE

ATTENTION PAIN SUFFERERS

Ingredients • 3/4 cup white sugar • 1/4 cup vegetable oil • 2 eggs • 3/4 cup canned pumpkin • 1/4 cup water

Do you or someone you know have back or neck pain? As a current or past patient you have access to this valuable information, at your fingertips. Start feeling better today in the privacy of your home. Go to www.spinebook.net/kinetixpt for your free download. This is the easiest way to get this information to our patients. Download and share with friends and family today!

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Directions Preheat theoven to400degreesF (200degreesC).Greaseandflourmuffin pan or use paper liners. Mix sugar, oil, eggs. Add pumpkin and water. In separate bowl mix together the baking flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices and salt. Add wet mixture and stir in chocolate chips. Fill muffin cups 2/3 full with batter. Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes.

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