I S Y O U R N E C K C AU S I N G Y O U R B A C K PA I N ?
3. Now,sitdown in frontof thesameperson.Repeat thesame turningmotions from a chair or couch. Again, have them take note of how far you are able to comfortably turn your head. 4. Ask if there were any differences in the turning movement. Did one side seem to turn further than the other? Was there a difference in standing vs. sitting? This test is helpful in finding out if your neck is causing (or is at risk of causing) pain in your lower back. If your movement is limited, especially sitting down, it means that the muscles in your back or upper back are tight. These constricted motions can cause pain in the lower back. HOW CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP ME? Physical therapy is the leading recommendation forbackpain.Physical therapists are trained toevaluatemuscleand jointmovement,and theycaneasilyassistyou infinding the rootofyourproblem.Theywill thoroughlyevaluateyou tofigureout why you are experiencing pain, determining the source and treating all affected areas.Afteryour initialconsultation, theywillcreateaspecialized treatmentplan for you, based on their diagnosis of your specific needs. A physical therapist’s end goal is the same as yours – to get you feeling better, healthier, and more comfortable! If you are experiencing lower back pain and think it may be caused by an issue occurring in your neck, give us a call today. We’ll get you moving comfortably again in no time.
Itcansometimesbedifficult todetermine ifyourbackpain is rooted inyourneck. This simple, at-home test can assist you in figuring it out: 1. Stand straight in front of another person. They will be your eyes regarding the movements you make. 2. Once they are watching you, turn your head as far as you comfortably can to the left. Repeat the same motion to the right. Have them take note of how far you are able to go.
Call Kewanee Physical Therapy today for more information or visit our website at kptrs.com .
https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/Low-Back-Pain-Fact-Sheet
H E A LT H Y R E C I P E
Miracle Red Juice
Ingredients •
2 large beets 4 long carrots
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2 apples
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2 limes or lemons 2 inches of ginger
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6 celery stalks
Helps With: • Immunity • Eyes
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Liver
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Kidneys Pancreas
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Digestive Tract
Spleen
Ingredients Prepare beets, carrots, apples, celery, limes (or lemons) and ginger by chopping into smaller pieces before placing into a juicer. As the skin of a beet is packed with antioxidants and nutrients, it is recommended to leave the skin on the beet. Beet skin and lemon peel (if using) have strong flavors, so you could also prepare half with skin and half peeled to adjust to the flavor, or simply peel all if preferred. Apples can be any color or variety. Do not peel the ginger, which you will add to taste as ginger can be spicy. After all ingredients are added to the juicer, blend until juiced and smooth. Drink juice as soon as possible to obtain all benefits of the antioxidants and nutrients. Miracle Red Juice can be absorbed more easily on an empty stomach. Drink one glass every other day or as needed.
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