Canyon Sports: Getting To The Core Of Back & Neck Pain

Wellness Expert Newsletter by Canyon Sports Therapy

Wellness Expert Newsletter • Getting To The core Of Back and Neck Pain • Exercise Essentials

• Patient Results • Use It Or Lose It

If you suffer from an aching back or neck pain, it could simply be that your core muscles are weak. You may have heard of the term “core”, but what is it? Your core is the foundation of your body and like a building, needs to be strong and supportive. If your foundation is weak or crooked, then the other structures, which rely on this, will not function properly. However, unlike a building, your core needs to not only be strong and supportive, but also move. The timing and strength of the various muscle contractions is critical for your proper body function. When it isn’t, abnormal strains occur to your spine, causing a lot of common aches and pains. Your core muscles consist of a wide variety of skeletal muscles that keep you erect and help you move around on two feet. The core is a group of muscles in the pelvis, spine, abdominal and upper thigh areas. These muscles are arranged in different angles that are layered to give you support and stability.

Why do most people suffer from back pain? Most people will experience back pain sometime in their life due to core muscle weakness. When the spinal joints, hip joints, sacroiliac joints and the muscles of the abdomen, pelvis, spine and hips don’t move well, a resulting strain occurs on the spine. This causes pain and can occur at any stage of life. However, this typically happens as we become older and less active as adults.

If you have back or neck pain, let us help you get back to doing the things you love. Call Today! (801) 944-1209

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“Use It Or Lose It!” HOW DOES THE CORE BECOME WEAK?

A simple answer; use it or lose it. Our lifestyles today put us more at risk with prolonged sitting at work, sitting in the car, bending forward, watching TV, poor posture and many other factors which contribute to core weakness. Once the core is weakened, the weight of your body rests on your spinal discs, joints and ligaments causing long term damage. Medication, injections and other treatments can help with pain control, but do not address the root cause of the problem, which is core weakness. If you have ever had a surgery that involves cutting through the abdominal or pelvic walls, this weakens the core. In addition, prolonged illness and bed rest also weaken the core. Another common reason for core weakness in women is from childbirth and c-sections. This severely weakens the core. The answer to helping most back pain sufferers and preventing future injuries, is to strengthen the core with professional help. Specialized training and exercise techniques can be done to strengthen your core, relieving stress on the spine. Physical Therapists are the medical professionals most uniquely qualified to evaluate and treat back pain resulting from core weakness. Working with your physician, we thoroughly evaluate your movement, alignment and strength. After we determine where the root cause of the problem is coming from, we then put together a comprehensive treatment plan to help restore core strength and movement. This helps you to not only have relief from back pain, but teaches you the right exercises, posture and movement to prevent future problems and maintain a strong, healthy core. To see how we can help you have a strong core and relieve your back pain, call us today or go online for more information.

Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing. Exercise Essentials Try this simple exercise to keep you moving...

DEAD BUG HEEL TOUCHES Tightens Core. Lie on back, hands up, knees up and engage your core. Slowly lower one heel to the ground. Alternate sides. Keep core engaged. Repeat 7 times.

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We want to thank you for being a current or past patient of Canyon Sports Therapy! We appreciate the opportunity to serve and heal our community. Now is the time for cooking, shopping, holiday parties, travel and many other activities that keep you busy. At Canyon Sports Therapy we understand that you need to have all the energy you can get and move freely without pain, to keep up with the demands of the season. Come back in if you are not moving like you should. We are here to help! Happy Holidays!

PATIENT RESULTS

Eased recuperation of my injury! “I injured my back in a military physical fitness test that severely and painfully hampered my ability to move immediately afterward. After being referred to Canyon Sports Therapy, Brad developed a recovery regimen that eased recuperation of my injury, yet challenged my core to balance my muscles and prevent future injury. Thanks to this PT plan, I have successfully completed several subsequent fitness tests without issue. Thank you, Brad and all, for your treatment and support!” - M.M. Helped me push myself harder than I could ever do on my own! “Thanks to Danny and the whole crew for keeping me on track with my exercises and recovery. PT has helped me push myself harder than I could ever do on my own. It has also helped me diagnose and pinpoint the next steps to full recovery and prevention.” - C.W.

OUR MISSION “To restore physical ability and bring out your inner athlete.”

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HAVE YOU MET YOUR DEDUCTIBLE? Don’t Wait Until The Last Minute!

An insurance deductible is the amount of money that you must pay before your insurance company pays for your medical services. If your deductible ismet, your Physical Therapy may not cost you anything. Patientswith family plans or thosewho have hadmajor 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. If you are close to or have met your insurance deductible for the year, then now 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 801-944-1209.

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