Health & Wellness Newsletter by Ellis Physical Therapy
Newsletter Health &Wellness
LIFE WITHOUT BACK PAIN Can You
Imagine How Awesome It Would Be?
“Most any type of exercise can reduce your risk of low-back pain
Is back pain causing you to move a little slower and more cautiously? If left untreated, chronic back pain can lead to long-term spinal joint and possibly nerve damage. Back pain is one of the most common physical complaints that people suffer from andmore than 80% of the US population will experience back pain at some point in their lifetime. Back pain can interfere with your ability to bend, kneel, lift, reach, do work and enjoy time with your family. Not to mention, it can make you down right irritable and affect others around you.
by between 25% to 40%.” JAMA Internal Medicine, Jan. 2016
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Newsletter Health &Wellness “Why Are You Waiting For Your Pain To Worsen Before Seeking Treatment? ” LIFE WITHOUT BACK PAIN
INSIDE: • HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR BACK • PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT • RELIEVE BACK PAIN IN MINUTES ONE-ON-ONE PERSONALIZED TREATMENT WORK ACCIDENTS WE HELP YOU HEAL SPORTS PERFORMANCE ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS SENIOR PROGRAMS TREATMENT FOR ALL AGES Ellis Physical Therapy P A 3100 S Woodruff Ave. Idaho Falls, ID 83404
Why do I have Back Pain? Back pain occurs for a number of reasons, but has a few simple root causes: • Weakness in the spinal and core muscles of the trunk • Poor posture and strain on the spine with slouched sitting • Repetitive injury to muscles and tissues around the spine with poor lifting • Limited flexibility of the spine, hips and muscles of the thighs • Poor coordination of the abdominal, pelvic and back muscles
Most people don’t seek treatment soon enough and continue to suffer with a nagging ache or pain in their back. They may even feel symptoms travel to the buttocks and legs. Many people feel that not much can be done for back pain and use medication to numb the pain to get through the day. However, medication mostly masks the pain and does nothing to address the root cause of the problem. Solutions to Back Pain Treating back pain starts with determining the true cause. A thorough evaluation of your movement, strength, posture and joint mobility can tell a lot about the true origins of your pain. Only then, can the proper plan be formulated to get you out of pain quickly and back to the activities you love. Whether you just tweaked your back or have been suffering for a long time, seeing one of our spine specialists can help you return to a more active and pain-free life.
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HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR BACK 5 ESSENTIAL STEPS IN TREATING MY BACK PAIN
1. Keep a Good Posture When you are standing, imagine a string through the topofyourhead liftingyoustraightup.Thisputsyour neck, shoulders, spine and hips in natural alignment. With sitting, make sure you sit back in the chair with your feeton the floorandyour lowerbacksupported. Yourshouldersshouldnotslouchwhensitting.Avoid soft couches when you can. 2. Lift Properly Picking things up is a normal part of our day. Even if youpickupsomething light,yourbackmuscleshave to lift the weight of your upper torso and control that movement.Makesureyoualways facewhatyouneed topickup,squatkeepingyourspinestraightandpush withyour legmuscles.Thishelps reduce theexcessive pressure on your spine.
3. Stay Flexible Flexibility is key to maintaining a healthy back. By keeping your body flexible, the normal forces of movement and lifting can be distributed across the spine, rather than focusedontoa fewsegments,which can then fail.Aneasystretching routineeverydaycan keep you feeling great and put a spring in your step. 4. Stay Strong You have hundreds of muscles, which control the movementofyourspine.Majormuscles thatsupport the spine are called your core muscles and include your abdominal, pelvis, spinal and hip muscles. By keeping your core muscles strong, you support your spineandhave theability toeasilycontrol lifting,quick movements, bending and a lot more.
5. Physical Therapy Our team of experts are professionals in evaluating spineandbodymovement.Byhavinga regularcheck up,youcanmakesureyourbody is ingoodcondition to tackle theactivitiesyou love. Ifyouhaveahistoryof back pain, injury or are currently experiencing aches andpains,wecananalyzeyourproblemandconstruct a treatment program that will work best for your individual problem. With soothing hands-on therapy and targeted easy exercises we can help you return quickly to feeling your best. Even if you suffer from severepainwecanhelpyougetoutofpainand living the life you deserve. Call Today!
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SERVICES OUR EXPERT TEAM IS READY TO PROVIDE:
• Sports Training & Agility • Work Injuries
• Senior Wellness • Healthy Living
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Patient Success Spotlight
I am no longer in pain!
Why You Need To Come in For Another Check Up: � Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently and securely
� Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active and healthy lifestyle
“My doctor recommended me to Ellis Physical Therapy after a recent spinal surgery. Before therapy, I was in constant pain getting up from bed and trying to bend in tying my shoes. At Ellis Physical Therapy, I was able to rehabilitate quickly and effectively thanks to their amazing staff! I am happy to say I am no longer in pain thanks to the one-on-one care I received. I am back on my feet participating in simple activities again.” – Jane D.
If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Ellis Physical Therapy today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an evaluation!
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HEALTHY RECIPE Eating Right Never Tasted So Good! SPINACH & KALE SMOOTHIE INGREDIENTS • 2 cups fresh spinach • 1 cup almond milk • 1 tablespoon peanut butter • 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional) • 1 leaf kale • 1 sliced frozen banana DIRECTIONS Blend spinach, almond milk, peanut butter, chia seeds, and kale together in a blender until smooth. Add banana and blend until smooth.
Relieve Back Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain.
LOWER TRUNK ROTATIONS Lying on your back with your knees bent, gently rock your knees side-to-side. Repeat 8 times on both sides. Loosens Low Back www.simpleset.net
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