GeorgialinaPT_Don’t Ignore Your Back Pain

GETTING TO THE BOTTOM OF BACK PAIN SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER

EXERC I SE ESSENT I ALS USE THIS TECHNIQUE TO STRETCH BACK Sidelying Trunk Rotation While lying on your side with your arms out-stretched in front of your body, slowly twist your upper body to the side and rotate your spine. Your arms and head should also be rotating along with the spine as shown. Follow your hand with your eyes. Hold for 20 seconds repeat 3 times on each side. Exercisescopyrightof GETPROFESSIONALHELPFORSADIFYOUNEEDIT: Althoughlackof sunlightandactivityoftenareculpritsofseasonalaffectivedisorder, geneticsandhormonalchangesalsomaycontributetothecondition. If exercise alone doesn’t improve your mood and your sadness persistsformorethan2weeks,scheduleanappointmentwithone of our physical therapists. We will provide you with techniques in additiontoexercisetomanagestress. Has your mood darkened with the shorter days and longer nights offallandwinter?Ifyou’relikemanypeople,gettinglesssunshine andbeing lessactivethistimeofyearcancontributetofeelingsof sadnessandapathythatmaybeassociatedwithSeasonal Affective Disorder(orSAD).Thegoodnews isthatregularexercisecanhelp boostyourmoodandguardagainstsymptomsofseasonalaffective disorder. EXERCISE AND SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER: According to theCentersforDiseaseControl(CDC)andPrevention,14percentof peopleintheUnitedStatesexperienceSAD(alsoknownasseasonal depression). But research shows that many people can manage or avoid SAD with 30 to 60 minutes of exercise and 20 minutes of exposure to sunlight each day. In addition, data show exercisers have lower rates of recurrent depression compared with study participants who do not exercise. These figures emphasize the importance of exercising throughout the winter, especially if your goal ishealthandwell-beingaswellasatrimwaistline.

When you experience an injury to your back, or realize that you are experiencing regular pain as a result of an ongoing injury or overuse, it is important to find out the cause of your back pain as quickly as possible. Back pain can quickly become chronic, as a potentially small issue can become complicated when 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. To get started with putting an end to your back pain, contact us. If you or a loved one suffers from back pain, you have options. Call 706-993-2260 today and ask about ongoing physical therapy treatment to restore mobility, comfort and quality of life.

There are a lot of different reasons as to why you may be experiencing back 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 These concerns can develop as a result of a myriad of environmental issues, such as having poor posture, prolonged sedentary activity, car crash, sporting accident, stress, heavy lifting, and so on.

SUCCESS STORIES

Lindsay, my therapist, was a constant professional who allowed me to move at my own pace while pushing me towards recovery. All of the staff at Georgialina was friendly and warm. ”

– S.M.

Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of.

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