For some, back pain is a daily occurrence that dictates the way you live your life. Every movement, every motion is determined by the pain in your back. Standing, sitting, laying down, driving, walking or running — the pain persists.
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A LIFE FREE OF BACK PAIN IS WITHIN YOUR GRASP.
general, is shown to increase strength and flexibility, supporting healthy muscles and bones, and therefore supporting ideal back health.
For some, back pain is a daily occurrence that dictates the way you live your life. Every movement, every motion is determined by the pain in your back. Standing, sitting, laying down, driving, walking or running — the pain persists. In ages past, back pain was difficult to treat. If you experienced back pain, whether as a result of a work injury, trip-and-fall accident, or even just as a result of aging, the answer was almost always the same: head home, take a long rest, and give your back time to heal. This isn’t the way that things go anymore, and for several reasons. To start, the world isn’t as forgiving. Heading home and taking a long rest until your back is healed may work for some, but not for most. With deadlines and carpools and work schedules to keep up with, there needs to be an alternate solution to dealing with back pain that doesn’t require you to completely remove yourself from your responsibilities. What’s more, recent research indicates that resting may not actually be the ideal solution for long-termback care. Spending toomuch time on the couch or off your feet can cause the back muscles to weaken and can even weaken bone strength. This could lead to more long-term issues with back pain — not fewer. Exercise, in
Physiotherapy for Back Pain
While rest and relaxation can help you overcome the immediate pain of a back injury, andmay even be recommended by your physician in the early days following an injury, it is not a long-termsolution. Physiotherapy offers a long-termsolution to back pain by using targeted exercises that focus on the cause of the pain. Through a combination of strength and flexibility training that focuses on muscle development and joint movement, physiotherapy can address the underlying cause of the pain and significantly improve your quality of life.
Understanding the Why and How
There are a lot of different reasons that back pain can develop. Even when you break down injuries, whether fromoveruse or athletic pursuits, there are different problems that can develop. Sprains and strains are common, but so are issues
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EXERCISE ESSENTIALS
PRONE ALTERNATE LEG While lying face down and keeping your lower abdominals tight, slowly raise up a leg. Slowly lower and then raise the opposite side. Do not allow your spine to move the entire time. Alternate 20 times.
We understand that we are in the midst of stressful times, and that there will likely be more ahead. At South Coast Physiotherapy, we want you to know that we are here for you. We genuinely care about the health of each and every one of our patients, which is why we believe virtual visits are the best course of action for the time being. If any injury or discomfort occurs during this unprecedented time, we want you to be able to receive the care you need. We are happy to announce we can now help clients from the comfort of their home or workplace with a secure and simple to use video or telephone call.
To ensure better prognosis for our patients, our physiotherapists work with you through the acute stages of pain and injury, leading to stabilization and rehabilitation. Our physiotherapists and other health professionals ensure that quality healthcare is provided to each and every patient through the use of proven care pathways.Via our telephone service, our registered physiotherapists are ready to answer your questions or concerns and email or mail you the home exercises as required. To learn more about how you can set up our virtual visits on your smartphone or computer, call one of our locations today!
Always consult your Physiotherapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
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this can have a negative effect on the overall health of your back and spine.
with the vertebrae, blood flow, and even concerns regarding the spinal nerves.
How Physiotherapy Helps
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 youwear, in addition tohow frequently youwalk indifferent 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 actuallymake it possible to reduce your risk of injury and to improve your ability toovercomeback painby strengthening the vertebrae and improving blood flow and nutrient disbursement throughout the back. When you are inactive, blood flow can actually become impeded, and
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 fromgetting started, it requires help. Physiotherapy 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 physiotherapists ensures that you do not take on too much too quickly, but instead are guided through the process of healing with gradual steps. For more support in finding relief fromyour back pain, talk to your physiotherapist.
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some of Jon’s passions as a chiropractor. Jon graduated fromWestern University in London Ontario, with a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology, before most recently graduating from the University of Western States in Portland Oregon as a Doctor of Chiropractic. Jon’s patient centred treatment approach includes chiropractic joint manipulation, rehabilitative exercise, hands on and instrument assisted soft tissue work, cupping, ultrasound, and e-stimulation. Education is also a large part of Jon’s approach so that patients can play a role in their own treatment. Outside of the clinic, Jon enjoys various forms of movement including martial arts, weightlifting, cycling, SCUBA diving, and more. Please call our Tillsonburg clinic at (519) 842-5162 to book your appointment with Dr. Jon Kozak today!
Dr. Jon Kozak is rooted in his motto “movement is medicine” as he practices his discipline. In fact, he became a chiropractor himself because of his first hand experience as a patient due to a cycling injury in his knee, and after a year of suffering, a chiropractor helped alleviate and eliminate the pain. While chiropractors are spinal health experts, benefits go beyond and can help with pain and mobility in the extremities.
Dr. Jon Kozak, Chiropractor
Jon has nearly a decade of experience as a personal trainer andmartial arts coach. Teaching movement patterns and providing pain relief are
STAY MOTIVATED TO EAT HEALTHY
1. Set small, measurable goals that will help you get to your overall large goal.
5. Try new foods. Eating the same meal every night can get old. Look for new healthy recipes online, in cookbooks or magazines so you don’t get bored with eating healthy. 6. Eat something every 2-3 hours. This keeps your metabolism running and also makes sure you don’t overeat after work. 7. Keep nutritious foods on hand and ready to eat. Preparation is the key to eating healthy! Having fresh vegetables and fruits, lean protein, healthy fats and smart carbs each week is super helpful for staying on track.
2. Keep a food and exercise journal. This is extremely helpful to track how much you’re eating – sometimes you don’t realize how many small bites here and there add up. You can do a hand-written journal or go digital and log your food/fitness from the computer or your smartphone.
3. Keep processed junk food out of your diet by adding in nutritious whole foods.
4. Skip the pantry and head to the fridge. No one really keeps a lot of processed foods in their fridge because they’re usually self-stable. When looking for an afternoon snack, stick with something from the fridge (non-fat greek yogurt, fruit, veggies with hummus, edamame, etc.)
Sources: https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/14-tips-getting-and-staying-motivated-to-eat-healthy/
HAS YOUR PAIN COME BACK?
1. Call and consult with a Physiotherapist at one of our locations to discuss your pain and symptoms.
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3. If further assessment is needed to find the cause of your pain, your therapist can schedule an appointment with you.
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Simcoe Location P : 519.428.1234 East Brantford Location P : 226.777.7133
West Brantford Location P : 519.304.8822 Tillsonburg Physiotherapy P : 519.842.5162
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