Farmingdale PT: How Posture Affects Back and Neck Pain

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GETTING BACK INTO THE GAME

By Chris Joseph

What were you doing prior to your injury? I was playing professional hockey in Jacksonville, Florida. Our team is the AA affiliate for the Winnipeg Jets. This was my

How has your therapy been progressing since you started? Since starting physical therapy with Butch, my injury has done a complete 180. Prior to starting here, I still had pain following surgery and my movements were minimal. In the short time I’ve been here, Butch and his staff relieved almost all of my pain, and gave my shoulder the mobility and strength I need to play again. What are you looking to do after your rehabilitation? I will be leaving in October for the new season. We usually start the first week of October and play until June. The season is long and grueling, but my shoulder will be 100% thanks to Butch and the staff here.

third professional season. How were you injured?

Unfortunately, this is my second shoulder surgery, and the way I was injured was almost identical to the first one. I actually got hit and my shoulder felt like it had some pressure in it. The following period I stepped up and threw a check on another guy and it felt like my shoulder was hanging there. I finished the game then proceeded to get an MRI. I tried playing after getting the results, but my shoulder wouldn’t let me.

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6 BENEFITS TO GOOD POSTURE

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• How Poor Posture Contributes To Back Pain • Healthy Recipe

• Employee Of The Month • Patient Success Spotlight

4. It prevents arthritis. With poor posture, unnatural pressure is placed on your joints, leading to wear and tear.This in turn can lead to arthritis. Good posture gives your joints the chance to function at their best. 5. It helps you use your muscles more efficiently. With your bones and joints in correct alignment, you are likely to feel more energetic since your body will require less energy to move about. 6. It can have a dramatic impact on the way you feel. When you hold yourself in good posture, rather than a slumped one, you send signals to your brain that make you feel happier and more confident. It also changes the way that people see you – you’ll appear more confident and assertive. Making simple changes in your daily habits can improve your posture and reduce your pain. Postural restoration at Farmingdale Physical Therapy West helps the body recruit the right muscles for the task at hand, improving pain and restoring prior to function. Our experts have years of training in reducing back and neck pain associated with poor posture. The great news about poor posture is that it is possible for just about anyone’s posture to improve. It requires strengthening and stretching specific muscles. This does require specialized exercises, tailored to the individual. We would love to show you where your posture may be hurting you AND train you to get back to optimal posture for YOU.

Ifyousuffer frombackorneckpain,poorposturecould be to blame. Poor posture can be a serious danger to your health. If you have poor posture, your bones are not properly aligned, which increases strain on your muscles, joints and ligaments.Poor posture causes fatigue, muscular strain and pain. In addition, poor posture can affect the position and function of your vital organs, such as your heart, lungs and intestines. Maintaining good posture can have a dramatic improvement on your back or neck pain, health, energy and the way you look and feel. Some of the perks of good posture include: 1. Consistent exercise for your back and abdominals. Holding good posture takes effort and makes you use the muscles in your back and abdomen properly. 2. It greatly improves your breathing. Good posture makes room for your lungs to function at their best – rather than being compressed when you hold your body in a slouch. Good lung function has a healthy impact on all aspects of your body’s functions and helps to reduce pain. 3. It protects your organs, bones, joints and muscles. Holding correct posture reducesunnecessarystrainandpressureon thesebodyparts.Most neck and back problems develop from poor posture over time. VINCENZOADDUCI, DPT

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HOW POOR POSTURE CONTRIBUTES TO BACK PAIN

Whenyourspine isnot inproperalignment, themuscles, ligaments,and jointsare all under excessive strain, causing most episodes of back pain. The lower back supports most of the weight of the body and therefore is the most vulnerable to the effects of poor posture. Discs, which provide support between the spinal bones (vertebrae), are also affected by poor posture. However, with good posture, the spine is in proper alignment and the shock absorbing discs are less subject to injury. Oftenwithpoorposture, thespinewillbecomefixed inanabnormalposition.This leads to the constriction of blood vessels and nerves over time. Furthermore, this causes problems with the joints, discs, and muscles. It is important to take care of your spine. Good posture eliminates many of the health problems that can develop when the spine has an unhealthy posture. Since we performmany different movements and positions throughout the day (sitting, standing, bending, stooping, lying down, etc.) it is important to learn how to keep correct posture. Maintaining good posture during the day results in less back pain. When we correct bad posture habits, the new and improved movements tend to becomemoreautomaticand requirevery littleeffort tomaintain.AtFarmingdale Physical Therapy West, we train you on the best way to attain and hold your posture throughout the day. We help you relieve your back pain quickly while improving your posture for maximum long term results!

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Healthy Recipe: Salmon Burgers

INGREDIENTS • 1 cup red onion • 1/4 cup fresh basil • 1/4 tsp salt • 1/4 tsp black pepper • 1 pound salmon fillet

• 1 tbsp hot pepper sauce • 1 large egg white • Cooking spray • 8 slices focaccia, toasted

Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Combine hot pepper sauce and egg white in a small bowl; add egg white mixture to salmon mixture, stirring well to combine. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add salmon patties, and cook 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Serve patties on toasted focaccia.

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Patient Success Spotlight

Employee Of The Month

KRYSTA FLAREAU

“I chose FPTW for the second time. First was for my back and second was for my hip replacement. I know I would get the best care. Jill is my therapist, she’s great! She makes me relax and laugh. We speak like family and it helps so much to get through the workout. We worked on my muscles and nerves, stretching to get my best body movement. Walking on the Alter-G Treadmill as well as work on my balance. I want to thank everyone for being so great, mainly Jill, Alex, and Joe.” - Carol P. “We speak like family and it helps so much to get through the workout”

In her free time, Krysta enjoys going to concerts, going out to dinner, and relaxing on the beach. Some of her favorite foods are rice-a-roni meatballs, pizza and cannolis. She loves working at Farmingdale Physical Therapy West because it is giving her background for when she plans to attend graduate school for Physical Therapy.

Take Care of Your Pain Before It’s Too Late.

Patient Of The Month

Maureen has been a patient with us here at Farmingdale Physical Therapy West since April. She enjoys spending her free time laying on the beach and she is also a big fan of the New York Yankees. Maureen also likes spending her time doing her home exercises given to her from FPTW, they help her a lot. She enjoys coming to physical therapy with us because the therapists work their magic, the staff is pleasant, and she appreciates the great atmosphere here in the facility. She loves making us all proud with her progressions from her injury. Thank you, Maureen! Maureen Ginzburg

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Attention Pain Sufferers WE ARE HOSTING A GREAT WORKSHOP!

BACK PAIN & SCIATICA WORKSHOP

September 15th | 10:30 am

- 11:30 am

You’ll learn: • Main causes of back pain and sciatica • Benefits of PT for back pain and sciatica • How posture plays a role in back pain

• Exercises to improve strength of your back • Exercises to relieve sciatica symptoms

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You Help Us Help Others Who Do You Know Who Needs Our Help? “BUTCH BUCKS” PATIENT REFERRAL PROGRAM

Do You Have Friends or Family Unable to Do The Following?

� Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently and securely

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

The “ Butch Bucks” is a patient referral program where a patient receives a $10 gift card for every patient they send to FPTW who comes a minimum of 3 visits. If you know someone suffering with aches and pains, give the gift of health. Refer them to Farmingdale Physical Therapy West today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an evaluation!

HENRY “BUTCH” PURSLOW, DPT

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