STRUGGLING WITH HEADACHES?
PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP
MANUAL THERAPY When you come into the office, we’ll provide some hands-on therapy to help relieve your headache pain. You might need some additional mobility to your neck or head, and we’ll be able to provide that through manual therapy. We can loosen your stiff muscle and even release muscle tension. We can use various techniques to help free you from headache pain and discomfort.
Headaches are one of the most common ailments that affect people around the world. It doesn’t matter where you’re from or your financial situation; everyone is susceptible to a headache. But what do you do once you start experiencing one? You might drink some water or caffeine, take a painkiller, or lie down and wait for it to go away. Wouldn’t it be great if there were something you could do to prevent them from occurring in the first place? Physical therapy can help prevent and manage your headaches. Here are a few things you can expect to be part of your physical therapy treatment plan for headache prevention. EDUCATION The first part of preventing headaches is figuring out where they originate. As physical therapists, we’ll work with you to determine what triggers your headaches. This could be anything from your diet and hydration to
stress and posture. Once we figure out what’s causing the headaches, we can devise many strategies to help you avoid your triggers or decrease pain levels. EXERCISE Believe it or not, regular exercise can help thwart headaches from continually appearing. Mild to moderate cardio exercises
such as jogging, swimming, cycling, or dancing can help reduce headache and migraine symptoms. This is especially effective
Your headaches will become less frequent and less severe after
if your headaches are triggered by stress. Even just stretching and deep breathing can help lessen the frequency of headaches.
meeting with a physical therapist. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
TAKE A BREAK
Feta Chicken Burgers
Inspired by TasteOfHome.com
Try these delicious chicken burgers with a Mediterranean spin on the classic sandwich we all love. Featuring Greek-style toppings and seasonings, this recipe is refreshing and super healthy too.
INGREDIENTS • 1/4 cup finely chopped cucumber • 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise BURGERS: • 1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red pepper • 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp Greek seasoning • 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 1/2 lbs lean ground chicken • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese • 6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted
DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat broiler and mix chopped cucumber and mayonnaise.
2. For the burgers, mix the red pepper, garlic powder, Greek seasoning, and black pepper. Add chicken and cheese; mix lightly but thoroughly (the mixture will be sticky). Shape into six patties about ½-inch thick. 3. Broil burgers, remembering to cook both sides thoroughly. Serve on buns with cucumber sauce. If desired, top with lettuce and tomato. 4. Enjoy!
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