For those of you who are expecting: do you have back pain when you sit for a long time? Does your back bother you when you roll over in bed or getting in and out of the car? Does your back feel like it’s going to lock up if you bend forward or kneel down? Is getting out of a low chair almost impossible?
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“But I’ve Already Delivered and I Still Have Pain” Arecentstudyofnewmothersat the6-weekpostpartumcheck-upreported that nearly 50% still had back pain. Why is that? Onceyoudeliver, there isnoguarantee thatyourpelviswillgoback theway it was before. It often becomes stuck or painful…juggling life with a child or children, work, and home activities. Accelerates therapists are no stranger to pregnancy and postpartum back pain. Our staff currently has eighteen children, seven of which are under 7 years old. Yes lots of babies. We love and understand moms! We want to help you feel better. You do not need a doctor’s referral to see one of our Doctors of Physical Therapy. Ifyouarereadytofindsomerelief fromyourbackpaincallAccelerate Therapy and Performance today at 704-630-9656 (Sailisbury) or 704-754- 8300 (Lexington)!.
For those of you who are expecting: do you have back pain when you sit for a long time? Does your back bother you when you roll over in bed or getting inandoutof thecar?Doesyourback feel like it’sgoing to lockup ifyoubend forward or kneel down? Is getting out of a low chair almost impossible? Ifso, then Iwant tosharesomesupersimpleexercisesyoucandosafely that take less than 2 minutes to do AND can give you instant relief. Haveyouheardthisbefore?“Backpainduringpregnancy isnormal…itwillgo awayafteryoudeliver.”Yes,backpainduringpregnancy iscommon,butnot necessarilynormal.Yourbody ischanging,yourbaby isgrowing–andkicking and turning–and ingeneral,yourbody isnaturallypreparing todeliver. With the increasedweightofyourbabyand thereleaseofhormones inyourbody, the muscles and ligaments which give your pelvis stability are weakened and stretched out. Those changes can lead expecting mothers to begin experiencing back pain, especially in and around the tail bone. Backpainduringpregnancy isoftencausedbyaproblem in thepelvis.More specifically the jointoneithersideof the tailbone frequentlybecomes“stuck”. This joint is called the sacroiliac joint (or “SI Joint”)
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that it issupposed to. Ifanyhealthrisksaredetectedduringascreening,one of our highly-trained and dedicated physical therapists will perform further evaluations to determine what the best course of treatment will be for you. From there, an individualized treatment plan will be designed based on the risk that was detected, as well as your personal needs, as determined by your evaluation. This free screening day is a one-time offer that can help bring awareness to any risks you may have, or bring peace of mind that your body is functioning how it should. Either way, it is a win/win situation. Contact us today to take advantage of our free screening day and stay on top of your health!
At Accelerate PT, we are excited to announce that we are having a FREE day of physical therapy screenings coming up. But what exactly are physical therapy screenings? Essentially, they are a way to assess different physical functionsanddiscoveranyhiddenhealthrisks. Ifyouare interested in learning more about the different screenings we offer, or gathering more information regarding our free day of screenings, contact our office today. Screenings consist of gathering a patient’s vitals, in order to make sure everything looks okay and to determine areas that might need a little more focus. Screenings are essential to preventing pain, injury, and ailment, in additiontoprovidinghelpful information fortreatmentplans.Theycanuncover undiagnosed programs and identify risks that a patient may be facing. Some common examples of physical therapy screenings include: We hope you’ll take advantage of our free screening day. Screening days are essential in making sure that your body is performing in the optimum ways
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E X E R C I S E E S S E N T I A L S RELIEVE BACK PAIN DUE TO PREGNANCY
So here’s a simple, easy-to-do exercise that can help with back pain during or even after pregnancy. 1. Lying on your back, grab one knee with both hands. 2. Push your knee down into your hands. 50% effort. Do not strain. 3. Keep Breathing. Hold for 5 seconds and repeat 10 times on each leg. Quick tip–lyingflatonyourbackduringpregnancycancauseproblems.The weight of your baby can put pressure on blood vessels in your stomach and stop blood from flowing. Two alternate positions are to prop your head up with pillows or a wedge OR do this exercise in side lying where you do the exercise above on the top leg then roll over and do the other side.
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“Accelerate Physical Therapy demonstrated that consistent progress is possible when caring professionals want patient progress to define results. My orthopedic surgeon was thrilled with my progress and encouraged me to tell ATP that he never expected my rate of progress. Having undergone physical therapy multiple times, I can honestly say the talented staff at ATP is as good as advertised. The range of challenging regimens isconstantlyreviewedandadjusted toachieve the programgoals Ineeded.Asamedicalprofessional myself, IhighlysupportATP’sapproach tophysical therapy and fabulous staff that is responsible for each patient’s individual need.” - Mitchell S.
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H E A L T H Y R E C I P E MEXICAN QUINOA STUFFED SWEET POTATOES
Feel free to call us and ask to speak to your therapist. Your therapist can discuss with you why your pain is bothering you again and what you might do about it at home. H A S Y O U R P A I N C O M E B A C K ? 1 2
INGREDIENTS • 2 large sweet potatoes • 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika • Sea salt to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion • 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper • 1/2 cup frozen corn • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa • 1 cup canned black beans, drained & rinsed • 1 tbsp chili powder
For Garnish • 1 avocado mashed • Tahini • Hot sauce • Chopped cilantro
INSTRUCTIONS Preheat theoven to400ºF.Placesweetpotatoesonabakingsheetandprickwitha fork.Place in theovenandbake for 40 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and pepper and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add corn, quinoa, black beans and spices and cook 2 - 3 more minutes. When sweet potatoes are fork tender, remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice in half and place each half on a plate. Top with quinoa mixture, avocado and a drizzle of both tahini and hot sauce. Finish with a sprinkle of cilantro and enjoy! https://www.simplyquinoa.com/mexican-quinoa-stuffed-sweet-potatoes
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If further assessment is warranted, your therapist might recommend you come in for an appointment.
WE ’ RE HERE TO HE LP YOU ! Though many patients are prescribed or referred physical therapy by a physician, a licensed physical therapist can give evaluations without either! We accept most insurances and will verify benefits for you so that you can get started right away! Call us to schedule your evaluation today!
P R A C T I C E N EWS WELCOME WHITT AMIAS FOWLER
We are excited to announce the arrival of Whitt Fowler. He is Delaine and Alan Fowler’s third son. He was born in early February. The Fowler’s are overjoyed with their new arrival! Mom and baby are doing great. Dad could not be more proud of his third boy. The big brothers are fitting into their roles very well. Whitt not only adds to the Fowler’s family unit he has to Accelerate’s family as well. Whitt is one of the eighteen kids between the entire Accelerate team. We knowmany of you will get to meet Whitt in the coming weeks and months as he will be frequenting our locations with Delaine from time to time.
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