The back is one of the most vulnerable parts of the body. You rely on it so heavily — whether it is to shoulder your emotional stresses or to physically lift something that you need to carry with you. Your back is constantly at risk when you drive, being one of the body parts likely to take the biggest impact in case of an accident. It is at risk when you are safely at home on your couch or at the office, where you are likely scrunched over and not caring one bit about your posture. It is at risk when you run, when you play sports, and even when you find yourself sick and are coughing so heavily that your back begins to hurt.
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Getting To The Bottom Of Back Pain
Therearea lotofdifferent reasonsas towhyyoumaybeexperiencingback pain, and ignoring any of them is not a good idea. Some of the most common issues that cause back pain to linger include: • Muscle sprain or strain • Slipped vertebrae or disc • Tear or hyperextension to the supporting muscles or tendons • Arthritis Theseconcernscandevelopasaresultofamyriadofenvironmental issues, suchashavingpoorposture,prolongedsedentaryactivity,carcrash,sporting accident, stress, heavy lifting, and so on. When it comes to back pain, don’t wait! Whenyouexperiencean injurytoyourback,orrealizethatyouareexperiencing regularpainasaresultofanongoing injuryoroveruse, it is important tofind outthecauseofyourbackpainasquicklyaspossible.Backpaincanquickly becomechronic,asapotentiallysmall issuecanbecomecomplicatedwhen it is not addressed early on. Working with a physical therapist can help you to identify the difference between environmental causes and something more medically based.
6 BACK CONDITIONS YOU SHOULDN’T IGNORE
4. Lumbar sprain/strain: This is a common cause of low back paindue to injuryofmusclesand tendons. The rows of muscles that runupanddown thesidesof thespinalcolumn,are themajor muscle groups usually involved in lower back injury. 5. Fractures: These are due to trauma, or sometimes occur withoutany injury inpeoplewith osteoporosis. 6. Spinal cord compression: This is unusual, but very worrisome and may be associated with weakness and loss of bowel/ bladder control. The sooner you get physical therapy help, the faster you will get relief. Our expert physical therapists help you regain proper mobilityandstabilityofyourspine, reduce pain and teach you how to take care of your spine.
Doyoufeelachesandpains inyour lowerback? Ifso,youarenotalone. FouroutofeveryfiveAmericanswill suffer frombackpainatsome time in their lives. Without proper spine mobility, stability and alignment your back structures wear down over time, similar to tires that are out of alignment. There are many differentbackconditions,buthere are a few common ones: 1. Lumbarorsacral radiculopathy: The result of pressure on a nerve exiting the spine. Pain, numbness and tingling can be felt down in different parts of the leg. 2. Sciatica: This comes from compressionof thesciaticnerve byamusclecalled thepiriformis, deep in the buttock. Symptoms can radiate down the buttock and leg. 3. Spinal stenosis: This is a narrowing of the bony spinal canal which causes rubbing or pressure on nerves. Central canal stenosis is quite serious as it presses upon the spinal cord.
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Relieve Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain.
Stretches Lower Back
STRAIGHT LEG RAISE - SLR While lying or sitting, raise up your leg with a straight knee. Keep the opposite knee bent with the foot planted to the ground. Re- peat 6 times on both sides.
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AQUATIC/POOL THERAPY – A PROVEN TREATMENT
Whether young or old, training for a triathlon or recovering from hip surgery, aquatic therapy offers amazing benefits for people of all ages and health conditions. CPTE’s physical therapists see positive results when applying this water modality to cases of osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, post-surgical joint surgery (i.e. spine, knee, hip), and a variety of other physical conditions. Thewarmthofthewater(96oF)and itsmassagingeffectsallowmusclesto relaxwhilehelpingtoreducepainand increase jointmotion.Water improves theabilitytomovepromotingflexibilityandstrength.Thenaturalbuoyancy reduces gravitational pull and lessens compressive forces, often making exercises easier to perform than on land. Benefits of Aquatic Therapy • Warm water facilitates muscle relaxation and increases peripheral circulation. • Viscosity of water provides resistance for strength training. • Warm water stimulates body awareness, balance, and trunk stability. •Thereductionofgravitationalforces inthepoolallowsthepatienttostand andbegingaittrainingandstrengtheningexerciseswithoutcausingfurther damage to healing structures. • Warm water and buoyancy results in decreased pain sensitivity. • Improvement of patient morale and confidence can be established by providing a positive medium in which to function. Aquatic Rehabilitation may be prescribed specifically for: • Osteoarthritis and Fibromyalgia •Low back pain and pre/post surgery to the spine • Joint pain from sports or daily repetitive activities • Neurological and orthopedic injuries • Post-surgical rehabilitation • Muscle weakness secondary to chronic or acute injury or illness CPTE allows you to meet your aquatic therapy needs at three locations throughoutsouthernNH:CPTENashua,Country InnandSuites inBedford, NH, and the Greater Nashua YMCA. All are warm-water pools, (96°), (89°), and ( 84°) respectively. We offer non-weight bearing deep water therapy, as well as semi and full weight bearing environments in our pools. Our physical therapists design a therapeutic aquatic program to facilitate the accomplishment of treatment goals. Let us show you the benefits of this wonderfultreatment.Call,(603-880-0448),orstopbyformore information or a tour.
I already notice my coordination and mobility is starting to improve! LSVT BIG is an effective treatment for Parkinson’s Disease. Here is what Patricia said about her four week program: “I was experiencing increasing stiffness and difficulty with basic movements. I just started my 4th week in the LSVTBIG program at CPTE and I am excited about the progress I have already made! By working with David four times-a-week and through daily exercises at home, I already notice my coordination and mobility is starting to improve. I highly recommend this program for others with Parkinson’s or other movement disorders” Don’t wait. Improved coordination and mobility is only a few weeks away. To schedule an evaluation with an LSVTBIG certified therapist or for more information contact CPTE at (603) 880-0448.
HEALTHY RECIPE: CHERRY-BERRY SMOOTHIE BOWL
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon • ⅛ tsp ground cardamom • ⅛ tsp vanilla extract • ¼ cup blueberries • 1 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes
INGREDIENTS • ⅔ cup frozen raspberries • ½ cup frozen sliced banana • ½ cup plain unsweetened almond milk • 5 tbsp sliced almonds, divided
DIRECTIONS Blend raspberries, banana, almond milk, 3 tablespoons almonds, cinnamon, cardamom and vanilla in a blender until very smooth. Pour the smoothie into a bowl and top with blueberries, the remaining 2 tablespoons almonds and coconut.
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DON’T IGNORE YOUR BACK PAIN
INJURIES CAN BE A REAL PAIN IN THE BACK
The back is one of the most vulnerable parts of the body. You rely on it so heavily — whether it is to shoulder your emotional stresses or to physically lift something that you need to carry with you. Your back is constantly at risk when you drive, being one of the body parts likely to take the biggest impact in case of an accident. It is at risk when you are safely at home on your couch or at the office, where you are likely scrunched over and not caring one bit about your posture. It is at risk when you run, when you play sports, and even when you find yourself sick and are coughing so heavily that your back begins to hurt. It is no wonder that so many people experience back injuries every year. What is a big wonder is that so many people choose to ignore their back injuries, year after year! When you break an arm or get a cut on your leg, you are likely to do something about it right away. The sight of blood leaving your body or the realization that a bone isn’t sitting right is
to help build strength and support the surrounding muscles. • Guided stretching designed to improve range of motion and flexibility. This will take into account the health and vivacity of vertebrae and any potential stretches that may support optimal back health. • Support and guidance with an exercise routine and habit formation, especially with cardiovascular activity that can stimulate improved blood circulation to the affected areas of the back, as well as strength-building activities. Attempting to undertake any of these changes on your own after you’ve experienced a back injury is both dangerous and not recommended. Workingwitha licensedandexperiencedphysical therapist can provide you with the guidance and ongoing support that you need to ensure that you do not experience any further injury as you attempt to heal the cause of your back pain.
something that not many people are going to deal with for too long before seeking medical attention. Yet when pain begins in the back, it is almost normal to ignore it. Everyone develops back pain from time to time, and there is no reason to stress about it or overreact, right? Absolutely wrong! Understanding Back Pain Back pain may be common, but it is absolutely not normal. There are actually a lot of serious conditions that can cause your back to begin to hurt, and it is smart to have your back looked at by a physician early on so that you know exactly what is going on with your body from the get-go. Once the cause of your back pain is determined, your physical therapist will be able to identify the best treatment options for your body’s needs. This will likely include the following: • Targeted exercises that are specialized to the region of the back that is experiencing the most pain. These exercises are designed
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