NECK PAIN 101
In many situations, pain that develops in the neck can be associated with one of two major problems. The first is upper-back pain that begins to radiate into the neck. The second is arthritis. Physical therapy can be used to address both types of neck pain. Cervical arthritis causes frequent aches in the neck and shoulders. This pain is generally worse when there are sudden changes in weather or at the end of the day when stress in the neck builds up. While over-the-counter medication may make the pain less severe, it won’t eliminate the pain entirely. The biggest problem posed by cervical arthritis is a loss of range of motion in the neck, due to pain. This can increase your risk of injury with sudden movements and cause regular discomfort in your daily life. Cervical arthritis can also lead to poor posture if not treated correctly. Fortunately, physical therapy can help you find relief so you can live your life comfortably. Addressing the Core Problem The majority of neck and head pain can be helped with one simple strategy: strength building. Head and neck pain are commonly caused by poor posture or quickened motion, and building core strength, as well as strength in the neck, can make a huge difference in your ability to handle tasks without experiencing chronic pain.
therapist is the safe way to ensure that you are practicing positive techniques to find relief from your aches and pains.
Keep in mind that the neck and head are sensitive areas, so attempting to treat the pain at home may not be effective.Working with a physical
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HEALTHY RECIPE: GRILLED SHRIMP TACOS
INGREDIENTS • 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil • 3 tbsp. freshly chopped cilantro • Juice of 3 limes, divided • kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined • 1/4 head red cabbage, shredded • 1/4 c. mayonnaise • 1 tbsp. sriracha • 4 medium tortillas
INSTRUCTIONS In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, cilantro, and 1/3 of the lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Add shrimp to a baking dish and pour over mixture. Toss until completely coated and let marinate 20 minutes. Meanwhile, make slaw: In a large bowl, toss cabbage with mayo, remaining lime juice and sriracha. Season with salt. Heat grill to high. Skewer shrimp and grill until charred, 3 minutes per side. Grill tortillas until charred, 1 minute per side. Serve shrimp in tortillas with slaw. www.agewellpt.com
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