Does going for a walk sound like a big pain in the back? For those who struggle with chronic back pain, even the basic task of going for a walk can be overwhelming and painful. Back pain can strike at any time. Whether in the upper back, surrounding the neck and shoulders, or in the lower back at the lumbar or sciatica, back pain is something that no one likes to deal with for too long.
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EVERY STEP YOU TAKE WIN AGAINST BACK PAIN WI TH Does going for a walk sound like a big pain in the back? For those who struggle with chronic back pain, even the basic task of going for a walk can be overwhelming and painful. Back pain can strike at any time. Whether in the upper back, surrounding the neck and shoulders, or in the lower back at the lumbar or sciatica, back pain is something that no one likes to deal with for too long. can actually fix your back pain is addressing the issue that is causing your pain head on. Physical therapy is a great resource for addressing your back pain and can be a helpful tool in getting you back on your feet. out of bed in the morning, getting to and from work, moving your way around the office, and evenspendingtimewithfamilyontheweekends all relyheavilyonyourability towalk.Whenyour back pain begins to interfere with your ability to move around freely, then you know it is time to start doing something about it.
So, whether it is following a sudden injury or a chronic issue that has developed over time, physical therapy could be the answer to helping you enjoy life free of back pain. And the secret to success is learning to approach recovery one step at a time. Walking Your Way Pain Free Walking isagreatformofexercise,butmorethan that, it isanecessityof life.Whenyoucan’twalk, even basic tasks become complicated. Getting
Conveniently,walking ismore thanagoalwhen it comes to back pain, it could be part of the solution. Working with a physical therapist to develop improved strategies and techniques with your walking could help you to get back on yourfeetevensoonerthanyouthoughtpossible. What’s more, for those who are able to walk, getting on your feet more often with targeted exercises could help you find relief from back pain even sooner than expected.
Relying on pain medications to help you overcome back pain will leave you disappointed. While pain medications are frequently helpful at alleviating the discomfort of your back pain for a short period of time, they are not capable of resolving the issue that is causing your pain to develop in the first place. The only thing that
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When you are experiencing regular back pain— especially if you are experiencing back pain while walking—you should consider ways that you can reduce back pain by taking small steps to support your back. There are several things that you can do at home to improve your stride, which can make a significant difference when it comes to managing back pain day-to-day. Here are several ways that you can start taking care of your back with each step you take: 1. Make sure that you are wearing the right types of shoes. While the golden rule for walking is to wear sneakers, not all sneakers are created equally. You need to wear a sneaker that is going to provide you with the arch support that meets your individual needs.This may mean upgrading from your minimal support sneaker to something more athletically designed. Fixing Your Stride
2. Try a custom insert in your shoe. Of course, you can’t wear sneakers all the time. When you areat the office, professional footwear matters. You may find it helpful to have custom orthotics made for your work shoes so that you can have more arch support around the clock. 3. Work on improving your posture. Ifyouareslouchingwhenyouwalk, then thatmay be impacting the way that your back feels. Take a few minutes in the morning and again in the afternoon to stretch your back, and then make a point of keeping your shoulders square and your back straight as you walk. Simply standing tall may alleviate some of your back pain.
Another way that walking can help alleviate back pain is by encouraging weight loss. Being overweight puts added pressure on your back, and this can contribute to increased back pain. Working with aphysical therapist to improveyour walking technique can help you to overcome back pain one step at a time. Call 816-607-7180 today or visit our website at www.hillpromotionpt.com to learn more about how physical therapy can help you win against back pain.
Relieve Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing leg pain.
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HAMSTRING STRETCH
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Stand with one leg on a medium sized stool or stable platform at the height shown. Keeping your back and leg straight, slowly lean forwards from the hips. Hold for 15-30 seconds. Repeat exercise with the alternate leg. This exercise can be repeated multiple times per day for extra relief.
An insurance deductible is the amount of money that you must pay before your insurance company pays for your medical services. If your deductible is met, your Physical Therapy may not cost you anything. Patients with family plans or those who have had major 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 2020. Call 816-607-7180 today!
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“...I have never had as positive an experience or been as successful with recovery like I have at Hill Pro-Motion!” “Zak and Amanda are absolutely wonderful!! They are the very best at what they do!! I’ve been to physical therapy for several injuries over the years but I have never had as positive an experience or been as successful with recovery like I have at Hill Pro-Motion! I will never go anywhere else!! Thank you!!” – L. B. D.
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