"UnderstandTheCauseOf Your BackPain." AreYour Feet CausingBackPain?
When your foot hits the ground, your whole body feels the effect. Imagine in your car if your shock absorbers were worn out. You would feel every bump and jolt from the road. Your feet and legs act much the same way. The greater the impact of your step, the more impact it has on your body. Sometimesour legsarenotquite thesame lengthdue to jointreplacements or arthritic conditions in the ankle, knee, or hip. Even small differences may cause back or leg pain. A small heel lift can often change symptoms dramatically. Many times tightness in the ankle can also contribute to back pain. When the ankle joint is tight, this essentially makes that leg “longer” which can cause the spine to curve slightly and result in back and leg pain. Your feet and legs need to be able to support the rest of your body during walking tasks. We will evaluate your hip, knee and ankle strength and mobility. Oncewehave identified theproblems,wecan focuson improving the muscle strength of those that are weak and stretch those that are tight. This will allow you to walk more efficiently and eliminate back pain in many instances. If we find that you need some type of modification to your shoes or orthotic inserts, we will make those recommendations as well. We want to look at everything that can be contributing to your back pain,not justyourback. Thiscanbedoneunder theguidanceandexpertise of our physical therapists at Virginia Center for Spine & Sports Therapy. LOVEYOURHEART, EATYOUROATMEAL
Laughter is the best Medicine
Did you know? …that laughter is good for your heart? It diminishes stress and boosts the immune system. Even the simple act of smiling has a positive effect on happiness and physical health, helping the heart recover more quickly after stressful events. Smilingand laughter reduce blood pressure and releases serotonin and other natural pain killers. Did you know?
...that laughter’s positive effects are instantaneous! Once you start laughing, you immediately feelbetterandpain isperceived as less intense. These effects can last as long as 24 hours so laugh at least once a day!
Oatmeal contains a powerful cholesterol-fighting fiber called beta- glucan. This soluble fiber helps remove cholesterol from the body and has a profound effect on improving your cardiovascular health. Whole grain, rolled oats or steel cut oats are optimal and will keep you feeling fuller longer than heavily processed oatmeal packets. But if you must choose instant oatmeal, avoid the presweetened packets that are loaded with sugar, salt and artificial coloring or flavoring. If you prefer a little sweetness, try adding a bit of almond milk, fruit, applesauce or maple syrup.
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