Newsletter by Outpatient Physical Therapy
NEWSLETTER
GETTING TO THE CORE OF BACK AND NECK PAIN We Can Help You!
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January 2019
NEWSLETTER
INSIDE: Core Strength & Back Pain
Getting to the Core of Back and Neck Pain Get Started On Your Goals Pain Free!
Sports Performance Training
Back and neck pain are two of the most common issues that American adults experience, putting a huge physical and economic burden on working Americans by being both two of the leading needs for medical intervention and two of the most common causes people have to miss work. While these may feel like two separate issues, it is somewhat common that neck pain and back pain are actually related. Core strength can have a huge impactonyouroverallhealthandwellness, and when your core is weak, it could add up to weakness in your neck and back. Neck Pain 101. There are a lot of reasons why neck pain may develop, including everything from sudden incidents like a car accident or a slip-and-fall injury, to more chronic issues, such as regularly hunching over a desk at work or even practicing poor posture. One of the biggest problems with neck pain is that it often triggers headaches, as the pain is so closely connected to the spine and nervoussystem.What ismore,addressing neckpain issometimesdifficultas there is so much potential to cause more damage to the neck. This is why working with a physical therapist to address neck pain is wise. A physical therapist can help treat neck pain by improving range of motion, using targeted massage techniques, and Packages: Performance Training Endurance, Strength, Speed or Tactical 1 Session: $75, Buddy Session: $65ea 4 Sessions: $280 ($70ea) 8 Sessions: $520 ($65ea) 12 Sessions: $720 ($60ea)
by improving strength as needed. For example, in many situations, neck pain can be treated by improving core strength. Back Pain 101. Severe back pain impacts more than half of the population, and many of those with pain in the back as a result of injury end up dealing with that pain long term. One of the biggest problems with back pain is that once it develops, it is difficult to work around it, and many people begin modifying their movements as a result, causing their back to compensate for the injury by putting pressure on other muscles that eventually just leads to more back pain. For this reason, back pain can frequently become a Catch-22 — avoiding the things that hurt your back could actually lead you to develop more pain in the future. Working with a physical therapist is the best way to cut your back pain issues in half. Physical therapy can address back pain by helping to improve your range of motion, strengthen the muscles in your back and surrounding areas, and by using targeted massage to reduce tension. In many situations, working with a physical therapist to improve core strength can significantly reduce the severity of your back pain. Find out how you can relieve your back and neck pain for good. Call us today for more information!
Sports Performance Training
www.outpatientpt.com The Athletic Performance programs are designed to be FUN and challenging, with specific movements that teach our kids the skills and disciplines that they can use in their chosen sport and in life. The sessions provide the kids with friendly competition to challenge them as they work hard to improve. The physical movements are sport and age appropriate focusing on all aspects of athleticism, proper warm up,
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Core Strength and Back Pain Improve your core to relieve your pain!
You may be surprised how frequently issues with the neck and back actually stem from issues with core strength. Your core refers to the muscles thatmakeupyour torso, includingyourabdomen.Thesemuscles are called the core because they are at the center of your body, and they are necessary in just about every action that you engage in. Everything from walking and running and swimming to sitting and driving require you to engage your core. Therearea lotof reasons to improvecorestrengthoutsideofanyexisting neck or back pain. When you improve your core, you are likely to also improve your posture and thereby reduce your risk of developing further back pain in the future. Furthermore, the exercise that helps to improve core strength is often helpful in promoting weight loss, and for those who are overweight, this could also help reduce pain in the neck and the back. Sometimes,whenyourcore isweak, itcancauseyou toexperienceadded pressure on areas like your neck and back. There are a lot of ways that workingwithaphysical therapistcanhelpyou improveyourcorestrength. You may be encouraged to practice core exercises, for example, which may includeabdominalcrunchesor leg lifts.Lightweight-trainingactivities are also frequently helpful, as are balance-based activities like yoga. If you haven’t spent much time building core strength in the past, then working with a physical therapist is a great place to start. Your physical therapist will guide you through proper postures and movements to reduce further risk of injury. For more information about how to start improving your core, contact us.
Call today to understand how you can beat the pain.
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7 Convenient Locations To Serve You! Covington
Maple Valley 26837 Maple Valley-Black Diamond Road SE, Suite 200 Maple Valley, Washington 98038 Phone: (425) 413-4425 Fax: (425) 413-4429
Kent 8009 S. 180th Street, Suite 112
16720 SE 271st St, Suite 200 Covington, Washington 98042 Phone: (253) 630-5808 Fax: (253) 630-6438
Kent, Washington 98032 Phone: (425) 226-7827 Fax: (425) 251-5757
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Puyallup 2930 S Meridian Suite 120 Puyallup, Washington 98373 Phone: (253) 445-2733 Fax: (253) 445-2399
Kent East Hill 13106 SE 240th Street, Suite 103
Covington Satellite 27005 168th Pl SE, Suite 200 Covington, Washington 98042 Phone: (253) 639-4788 Fax: (253) 639-4789
Auburn 701 M St NE, Suite 102 Auburn, Washington 98002 Phone: (253) 833-8766 Fax: (253) 833-6748
Kent, Washington 98031 Phone: (253) 631-1933 Fax: (253) 631-2094
Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help? • Move without pain • Bend and move freely • Balance confidently & securely • Sit for long periods comfortably • Walk for long distances • Live an active and healthy lifestyle Do You Have Friends Or Family Unable To Do The Following:
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26837 Maple Valley-Black Diamond Road SE, Suite 200 Maple Valley, Washington 98038
Strengthens Core
BRACE SINGLE KNEE EXTENSION While lying on your back with your knees bent, slowly raise up one foot a few inches and then set it back down. Next, perform on your other leg. Use your stomach muscles to keep your spine from moving. Repeat 10 times on each leg.
Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
Packages: Performance Training
Endurance, Strength, Speed or Tactical 1 Session: $75, Buddy Session: $65ea
4 Sessions: $280 ($70ea) 8 Sessions: $520 ($65ea) 12 Sessions: $720 ($60ea)
Sports Performance Training
Get Started Today! Call 425-413-4425 or email Hhumbyrd@outpatientpt.com coordination, focus, core strength, proper cool down, sports specific stretching, injury prevention and the importance of good nutrition. FREE Consultation! The Athletic Performance programs are designed to be FUN and challenging, with specific movements that teach our kids the skills and disciplines that they can use in their chosen sport and in life. The sessions provide the kids with friendly competition to challenge them as they work hard to improve. The physical movements are sport and age appropriate focusing on all aspects of athleticism, proper warm up, speed, (running mechanics), first step quickness, agility, strength, power, sports specific conditioning, balance,
Howie Humbyrd Sports Performance Specialist, LAT/ATC, CSCS
Howie has been an athlete all his life, football, baseball, wrestling, soccer, motocross, and competitive softball. Howie Graduated from Eastern Washington University with a B.S. in Sports Medicine, and a B.S. in Exercise Science, with Minors in Health and Psychology.
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7 Convenient Locations To Serve You!
Puyallup 2930 S Meridian STE 120, Puyallup, Washington 98373 Phone: (253) 445-2733 Fax: (253) 445-2399
Kent East Hill 13106 SE 240th Street, Ste 103 Kent, WA 98031 Phone: (253) 631-1933 Fax: (253) 631-2094
Covington Satellite 27005 168th Pl SE, Suite 200 Covington, Washington 98042 Phone: (253) 639-4788 Fax: (253) 639-4789
Auburn 701 M St NE, Suite 102 Auburn, Washington 98002 Phone: (253) 833-8766 Fax: (253) 833-6748
Maple Valley 26837 Maple Valley-Black Diamond Road SE, Suite 200 Maple Valley, Washington 98038 Phone: (425) 413-4425 Fax: (425) 413-4429
Kent 8009 S. 180th Street, Suite 112
Covington 16720 SE 271st St, Suite 200 Covington, Washington 98042 Phone: (253) 630-5808 Fax: (253) 630-6438
Kent, Washington 98032 Phone: (425) 226-7827 Fax: (425) 251-5757
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