LOWER BACK PAIN AND PHYSICAL THERAPY Physical therapy isagreatresourcefor lowerbackpainbecause itaddresses the cause of the pain, rather than simply attempting to hide the symptoms. Workingwithaphysical therapistcanhelpyou toexperience improved range of motion, to restore strength to muscles in your lower back that may have experienced atrophy through lack of use, and also reduce tension in your lower back muscles through targeted massage.
When working with a physical therapist, you may also be guided through different lifestyle changes that you can make that can help you begin to overcome your back pain with everyday activities. This can include: • Making changes to the type of shoes that you wear so that your back is getting more support with every step. Sometimes, using special insoles can significantly improve your back pain. • Adjusting your sleeping habits, or perhaps investing in a new mattress so that your back has more support at night. •Usingmore lumbarsupportatworkoronyourcommutebyusingaspecial chair or chair cover. Lower back pain is a pain in the butt, but you don’t need to deal with it any longer. Reach out to your physical therapist for information and support overcoming lower back pain, and finally find long-term relief.
Source:https://www.acatoday.org/Patients/Health-Wellness-Information/Back-Pain-Facts-and- Statistics
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Healthy Recipe: Zucchini Noodle “Pasta” Salad
INGREDIENTS • 5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 3 tbsp red-wine vinegar • 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano • 2 tsp Dijon mustard • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper • 1 small shallot, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, grated • 16 ounces spiralized zucchini noodles • 3 cups halved cherry tomatoes • ⅓ cup pitted Kalamata olives • ¾ cup shaved Parmesan cheese, divided
DIRECTIONS Whisk oil, vinegar, oregano, mustard, crushed red pepper, shallot and garlic in a large bowl. Add zucchini noodles, tomatoes, olives and half the Parmesan; toss gently to coat. Divide evenly among 4 bowls; sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan.
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