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GETTING TO KNOW THE TEAM! PHYSICAL THERAPISTS NEWSLETTER Health & Wellness Newsletter Live Life Pain-free
CHRIS, DPT I was born in a small town in New Jersey. For as long as I can remember I have been very physically active, participating in various sports and outdoor activities from an early age. To this day I remain active; you can find me in the gym or on a soccer field most days of the week. My interest in physical therapy began following a shoulder injury I sustained while exercising in 2010. The injury left me unable to exercise and subsequently landed me in physical therapy as a patient. I was enamored by the concept using exercise and activity as medicine, and after a successful 8 weeks of physical therapy I was convinced this was the career for me. I went on to earn a degree in Exercise Science from the University of North Florida, as well as my Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Florida. MASON PESQUERA, PT My name is Mason Pesquera. I graduated with my doctorate in physical therapy from University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas. I chose ReQuest Physical Therapy due to their emphasis on patient centered care and lifelong wellness that extends beyond the clinic. My passion is working with older adults to address balance and fall prevention. Additionally, I am passionate about serving those who are Spanish- speaking only. I pride myself in being a bilingual practitioner of physical therapy that treats others with compassion and decency. When not at work, I enjoy hiking, travel, and spending time at the beach.
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Health & Wellness Newsletter
NEWSLETTER
SAY GOODBYE TO THE PAINS IN YOUR NECKWITH PHYSICAL THERAPY
INSIDE: • Relieve Neck Pain with ReQuest Physical Therapy • Exercise Essentials • Patient Success Spotlight • Healthy Recipe • Discussing The Affects Of Text Neck
Whether you have neck pain or have been suffering for a long time, seeing a physical therapist at ReQuest Physical Therapy can help you return to a more active and pain-free life. Give us a call today:
• GAINESVILLE: (352) 373-2116 • TIOGA CENTER: (352) 692-2131
Do you have trouble sitting up straight at your desk, tilting your head down to tie your shoes, or even lying down to go to sleep at night? Do you have headaches more than once a week? If so, you’re not alone. According to the Institute of Medicine of The National Academies, over 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. Of those 100 million, 15% suffer from chronic neck pain. In a survey conducted with over 300 chronic pain sufferers, 59% reported an impact on the quality of their life and 77% of those surveyed reported feeling depressed. Even small amounts of pain can lead to a downward spiral in quality of life, energy, and overall well-being. Fortunately, physical therapy can help resolve all the pains in your neck. Contact ReQuest Physical Therapy today to schedule your consultation. Why does neck pain occur? The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) states that approximately one-third of the population will experience neck pain in any given year. It can get worse if left untreated, and in severe cases, surgery may even be needed. Additional symptoms of neck pain may include: • Discomfort and pain when remaining in the same position for too long • Muscle stiffness and tightness in the upper body • Headaches
• Arm weakness • Numbness or tingling
• Inability to fully stand up or sit up straight • Loss of sleep due to pain and discomfort
The neck is an integral area of everyday movement, and sharp pains can prevent you from functioning properly in your day-to-day life. The neck is comprised of 7 vertebrae (bones), over 16 joints, and numerous muscles and tissues. The greatest concentration of muscles and tissues is in the upper neck, at the base of your skull. This area consists of the larger muscles that attach your head to your neck, and it is where the vertebral and carotid arteries travel through your neck, in order to reach the skull. When these muscles become tense, the blood flow from the arteries can become affected, resulting in neck pain and headaches. Your neck relies on a lot from your body – such as proper posture, flexibility, strength, and coordination. In our daily lives, we place tremendous strain and demand on our neck. Stress and poor posture can cause muscle weakness in the neck, and can even lead to long-term damage over time. Any sort of chronic strain on the neck can result in inflammation and contribute to our pain and headaches.
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RELIEVE NECK PAINWITH REQUEST PHYSICAL THERAPY
Our physical therapists are movement experts, equipped in identifying and treating the main source of your neck pain. They will analyze your posture, movement, and problem areas, in order to determine the best course of treatment for your needs. Your treatment plan will focus on relieving your pain, in addition to improving your posture, mobility, strength, and coordination. Your diagnosis will determine the make-up of your treatment plan, and may include any combination of manual therapy, targeted stretches and exercises, activity modification, or ergonomic recommendations. It may also include additional methods as deemed fit by your physical therapist, such as ice and heat therapies, ultrasound, or electrical stimulation. Physical therapy can help significantly reduce your neck pain by implementing the following benefits: • Maintaining proper posture when sitting and standing. • Restoring flexibility to your neck muscles and joints. • Strengthening your mid-back muscles and shoulders to provide support to your neck. • Improving the coordination of your neck muscles. • Educating patients on eating well, by reducing the consumption of processed foods that increases inflammation in the body. You will work together with your physical therapist to understand the goals and expectations of each step in your personalized treatment plan, with the main focus being on overcoming your neck pain and recovering as quickly as possible. If your neck pain has been limiting your daily life, don’t wait any longer to seek help. Contact us today to schedule an appointment. At ReQuest Physical Therapy, we are dedicated to providing you with the tools you need for recovery and relief!
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WATERMELON SALAD TASTE HOW DELICIOUS WEIGHT LOSS CAN BE TASTE HOW DELICIOUS WEIGHT LOSS CAN BE
INGREDIENTS • Juice of 1 lemon • 3 cups watermelon, 1/2 to 1-inch cubes • 1 cup arugula • 1/4 cup olives, chopped
• 2 Tbsp low fat feta/goat cheese, crumbled • 1/2 cup cilantro, minced • 1/4 cup fresh mint or parsley, minced • Ground peppercorns, to taste
DIRECTIONS Add all ingredients into large bowl. Gently toss. Serve immediately or refrigerate at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. This is one of the many complementary recipes shared in our healthy lifestyle program, Physicians’ Choice for Weight Loss.
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Patient Success Spotlight
FREE BACK & SHOULDER PAIN WORKSHOPS
Get rid of back pain without surgery!
JUNE 13TH • 10-11AM
You’ll learn: • How to relieve back pain naturally • About basic principles of back pain relief • Why you are suffering from pain • Where your back pain is coming from
Do I have a rotator cuff tear? Relieve shoulder pain!
Have brought me to complete recovery! “Nic has been fabulous with my physical therapy; always professional, kind, caring, and educational. His skill has been valuable to the recovery of my left shoulder. The hands-on care, strength training, and massage from Ricky have brought me to complete recovery. I am blessed to have had these two talented, educated, young men on my care team!” - Carol
JULY 27TH • 10-11AM
If you: • Have pain when you reach • Experience pain, numbness or tingling down your arm • Suffer with shoulder pain • Does your shoulder go out when you move the wrong way This free workshop is for you!
Gainesville Health & Fitness 4820 W Newberry Rd 32607 Don’t delay! Register by calling (352) 373-2116
WE MAKE IT EASY TO LEAVE A REVIEW!
1. Open your smart phone to the camera app 2. Center the QR code above in the frame (this will take you directly to our Patient Results page) 3. Tell us how we’ve done! Click on the “Review Us” button on the top right corner of the page. INSTRUCTIONS:
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Discussing The Affects Of TEXT NECK
Poor posture is something we normally do not think of as a contributor to neck and back pain. However, in our era of constantly being on smart phones, tablets, and computers, we often put our necks and backs in positions of prolonged stress. Over time, this contributes to increased stress to our vertebrae, disc and muscles supporting the spine. Text neck is the term used to describe the neck pain and damage sustained from looking down at your cell phone, tablet, or other wireless devices too frequently and for too long. Of course, this posture of bending your neck to look down does not occur only when texting. For years, we’ve all looked down to read. The problem with texting is that it adds one more
activity that causes us to look down—and people tend to do it for much longer periods. It is especially concerning because young, growing children could possibly cause permanent damage to their cervical spines that could lead to lifelong neck pain. We often see patients who have suffered from back and neck pain for years who could have been treated very easily when the pain started with simple postural corrections and stretches. If you have been suffering from back or neck pain, come see one of our therapists for an assessment of what is contributing to your pain.
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Exercise Essentials Try this exercise to keep you moving... CHIN TUCK SITTING Sit with good posture. Tuck your chin and gently nod ‘yes’. 8-10 repetitions.
About Us When you need physical therapy, you have the right to choose where you go. If you are tired of being a number and ready for a physical therapy team that’s proud to offer special services not found in any other practice in the Gainesville area, ReQuest Physical Therapy is your choice. We offer a variety of additional premier services to make your time at ReQuest as pleasant as possible, including discounts for cash/self-pay patients, flexible payment schedules, and same-day appointments. We also accept patients without a physician’s referral, so you can begin treatment quickly and without the hassle of extra paperwork.
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SCALENE STRETCH Sit with good posture. Hold the front of your neck with your hand. Look up into the corner away from your hand. You should feel a stretch in the front part of your neck. Hold for 10 seconds.
Loosens neck
Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
Why You Need To Come In For Another Check-Up:
� Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently & securely
� Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active & healthy lifestyle
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Take Care Of Your Aches & Pains Before It’s Too Late!
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