Health & Fitness Newsletter by Johns Creek Physical Therapy
Health & Fitness
JOHNS CREEK PHYSICAL THERAPY
The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
“Look Like & Feel Like A Professional At Work!” HOW BAD POSTURE AFFECTS YOU
When was the last time you looked in the mirror or saw a photo of your posture? If you suffer from frequent aches and pains, your posture may be to blame. In today’s society, we spend an increasing amount of time sitting looking at the TV, computer screen and looking down at our phones. If you fit into this category, then changes in your posture can have numerous negative effects on your body. What happens to your body with bad posture? Forward head posture – This creates strain on the neck, shortening the muscles in the back
of the neck. Neck pain, radiating pain to the shoulders or arms, chronic headaches and even low back pain can result. Mid-back slouching – This can change the shape of your ribs and drive your head forward over time. The result can be pain in the mid- back and problems with your neck. Eventually, compression of your lungs, heart and digestive system can occur, causing internal problems. If you or someone you knowmay need relief fromback pain, schedule an appointment by calling our office at 770-622-5344 or visit www.johnscreekpt.com.
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SEEK THE RIGHT TREATMENT FOR YOUR PAIN
Low back - Low back pain is very common with poor posture. The back muscles have to contract excessively to keep you upright, causing you pain. Bad posture also causes abnormal wear and tear on the low back, increasing the risk of arthritis in the spine. Hips and legs – With sitting for prolonged periods, the hip joints lose range of motion and the muscles in the front of the hips stiffen. These tightened muscles then pull on the low back, causing low back pain. Walking – Your center of gravity changes with bad posture, causing your balance to decline. In addition, weakness to the hip muscles with prolonged sitting causes problems with walking. All these changes can have a serious impact on your mobility and ability to walk safely.
The good news is that with the right physical therapy treatments, a lot can be done to help you regain proper posture and quickly relieve back and neck pain. Call us today to learn how we can help you live a pain-free life! Call us today to discover how we can solve your pain from poor posture! Call us today to learn more how we can bring you back to an active life!
FALL RECIPE: PECAN PIE
• 1 3/4 cups white sugar • 1/4 cup dark corn syrup • 1/4 cup butter • 1 tablespoon cold water • 2 teaspoons cornstarch • 3 eggs • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 1/4 cups chopped pecans • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shell
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In amedium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, butter, water, and cornstarch. Bring to a full boil, and remove from heat. In a large bowl, beat eggs until frothy. Gradually beat in cooked syrup mixture. Stir in salt, vanilla, and pecans. Pour into pie shell. Bake in preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until filling is set.
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We Love REFERRALS!
Most of you are well connected with lots of friends and family in the area. I’m sure you know someone who is dealing with a pain problem. If so, we would be happy to help them out. Don’t let your friends suffer through the pain, refer them for physical therapy. Friends help friends! Refer them to Johns Creek PT today by having them call 770-622-5344!
We are proud and honored to let you know that we were recently awarded as the Best Physical Therapy Practice of North Atlanta by Appen Medial Group. BEST PHYSICAL THERAPY PRACTICE OF NORTH ATLANTA
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