Farmingdale PT West: More Movement, More Energy

HOW CAN YOU GET MOVING AGAIN?

6. Don’t push yourself too far if you feel pain.

There is one fundamental rule of the human body: IT WAS MADE TO MOVE!

7. Make sure you are sitting properly at your desk or computer.

There are several reasons why people may not want to participate in physical activity. Perhaps your body simply doesn’t move the way it used to, or perhaps painful areas of your body make it difficult to move in the ways you’d like. Whatever the case may be, the truth is that restriction in movement has the potential to lead to harmful health problems. Some easy pain-relief and energy-boosting steps you can take on your own include:

8. Take frequent breaks for breathing exercises. Inhale and exhale deeply.

9. Stretch your arms overhead frequently throughout the day.

10. Do strengthening exercises 2-3 times per week.

In order to be healthy, there needs to be a large emphasis on movement. When your body is flexible, strong, well-balanced, and fueled by a nutritious diet, it is able to perform at its optimal levels. At Farmingdale Physical Therapy West, we are dedicated to helping you live the best life you can, and our movement experts would be more than happy to help you relieve your pain, realign your body, and get moving once again.

1. Decide to get up and get moving

2. Get up from your chair every 20 minutes and walk around, even if it is just for a few seconds.

3. Walk or exercise at least 30 minutes every day.

4. Drink plenty of water.

If you are looking for assistance in living a more physically active life, contact us today.

5. Stretch your legs, hips, spine, and neck for 10 minutes every day.

EXERC I SE ESSENT I ALS TRY TH I S EXERC I SE FOR LEG PA IN REL I EF

OUR POL I CY ON CORONAV I RUS

Exercises copyright of

Farmingdale Physical Therapy West is committed to the health and wellbeing of you and your family. In the wake of the recent spread of COVID-19, also known as the novel coronavirus, we are taking every precaution. Before and after ever session we are asking our clients and staff to wash or sanitize their hands. Additionally, we have increased the number of times per day that we sanitize our equipment and facility. To do your part to prevent the spread of this contagious disease, we ask pateints that if you are demonstrating symptoms of coronavirus— coughing, sneezing or fever—to please stay home. Additionally, if you or someone in your family has been exposed to someone who has a confirmed case of the virus, please notify us immediately, so we can take necessary steps. Your cooperation in this tough time is what makes us able to continue to provide valuable services to you and your family.

Lie on stomach. Hold ankle with hand. Gently pull ankle toward the buttock. You should feel a stretch in the front of your thigh. Repeat 10 times on both legs. Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing. QUAD S T R E TCH PRONE

We appreciate your ongoing support.

Made with FlippingBook Learn more on our blog