HOW DOES A HERNIATED DISC HAPPEN?
too heavy, otherwise risk experiencing a slipped disc. But experienced gym goers are not the only ones at risk. Every time you attempt to move a piece of furniture, a heavy box, or even a big bag of books you need to be wary to lift correctly, otherwise face the risk of potentially herniating a disc in your back. Treatment for Herniated Discs Pain associated with a herniated disc often develops in the sciatica nerve, and doesn’t subside with simple rest and relaxation. While hot and cold therapy will help alleviate the pain associated with many different back issues, it won’t make the pain of a herniated disc go away. The pain is often frequently associated with numbness, weakness, and tingling in the legs. In many situations, the pain will feel more severe after initial movement, such as standing up or laying down. Many people mistakenly refer to having a herniated disc as having “pinched a nerve,” but that is not the case. Physical therapy is a great resource for attempting to overcome the pain associated with a herniated disc. A combination of passive and active techniques is typically employed, including deep tissue massage, electrical stimulation, and hydrotherapy, as well as deep stretching and strength building. If you suspect that you may have a herniated disc, contact a physical therapist right away. Attempting to engage in therapy at home could lead to further injury. It is best to have an experienced therapist assess your injury before attempting any treatment options.
The vertebrae in the spine are stacked closely together, with only a small amount of space for the discs in between each bone. A disc can become herniated as a result of injury, car accident, or even simply from overuse. One of the most common causes of a herniated disc is heavy lifting. Weight lifters have to be especially wary not to suddenly lift something
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The Amazing Health Benefits of Gratitude
A simple query on the internet of “The health benefits of gratitude” will lead you to several research articles published in many medical journals about how the simple act of gratitude can affect so many aspects of your life. Here are seven benefits that I found commonly mentioned: 1. Gratitude improves your relationships: everyone likes to hear the words “Thank You” and when you thank others for opening a door or by sending a simple message via text or email it improves your relationship. 2. Gratitude improves physical health: grateful people tend to focus on the positives about their health versus dwelling on their aches and pains. They are also more likely to take an active role in improving their health. 3. Gratitude improves psychological health: leading gratitude researcher Robert A. Emmons, PhD confims that gratitude effectively increases happiness and reduces depression. 4. Gratitude enhances empathy and reduces aggression: grateful people are more likely to respond positively, even when others are unkind. They experiencemoresensitivityandempath towardotherpeopleandadecrease desire to seek revenge. 5. Grateful people sleep better: 2011 study published in Applied Psychology found that spending a few minutes writing down grateful sentiments in a gratitude journal before bed improves the quality of sleep. 6. Gratitude improves self-esteem: being grateful reduces social comparisons, which is a major factor in reduced self-esteem. Grateful individuals can appreciate other people’s accomplishments rather than being resentful.
7. Gratitude increased mental strength: gratitude not only reduces stress but it fortifies us for when traumatic events occur, like the death of a loved one. The ability to recognize your blessings even during your worst times improves our mental strength.
“I have so many things to be grateful for: Ihavegoodhealth (alwaysawork in progress), I love my work (thanks to many of you), I am blessed with great friends, but most importantly I am blessed with a wonderful wife whom I love and awesome kids who bless my life tremendously! I hope that you all will have a wonderful Thanksgiving and that you take some time to focus on the blessings of your life. Not just this time of year, but throughout the year to improve your health!”
Your Friend, David Hawkins PT, CSCS
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