Health & Wellness Newsletter by Preferred Physical Therapy
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Health & Wellness Newsletter
NEWSLETTER
DISCOVER PROPER ERGONOMICS FOR YOUR HOME OFFICE!
INSIDE: • Have You Thought About Investing In a Standing Desk? • Relieve Back Pain In Minutes
• Patient Success Spotlight • Healthy Recipe
(954) 360-7779
Health & Wellness Newsletter
NEWSLETTER
DISCOVER PROPER ERGONOMICS FOR YOUR HOME OFFICE!
Whether you have pain or have been suffering for a long time, seeing a physical therapist at Preferred Physical Therapy can help you return to a more active and pain-free life. Give us a call at (954) 360-7779 today! your knees and the chair. Having a chair with strong back support and padding is also recommended for making your upright position more comfortable. In addition to making the most of your home office, it is also important to make sure you are taking care of your body. When working from home, it is no secret that most of the day is spent with limited levels of mobility. It is important to make sure that you get up every 30 minutes or so and take a small walk, at least for a minute or two. This will help in loosening up your muscles and joints, as well as initiating a stronger blood flow. Exercise is incredibly important in general, especially if your job involves several hours of inactivity. When you exercise, you are stretching and strengthening certain muscles of your body, including problem areas such as your neck and back. Taking even a small amount of time to walk or jog around the neighborhood every day after working from home can highly improve your posture and gait – in addition to helping you get you out of the house for some time!
With all of us working from home, it can be difficult to find a comfortable workspace. However, it is important to make sure that the ergonomics in your office are functioning properly, in order to avoid developing unwanted aches and pains. When working from home, ask yourself, “how do I maintain my posture throughout the day?” Do you catch yourself slouching frequently? Do those last couple hours of the workday leave you achy and ready to call it quits? If you are experiencing aches and pains, especially in your neck or back, poor posture is probably to blame. Fortunately, posture can be improved with some ergonomic changes suggested by our Equilibrium physical therapist and chiropractors. Making the Most of Your Work-From-Home Days. If you work from your home office all day, it is important to have a proper ergonomic setup. Make sure that you are at a proper height with your desk chair and computer, so you don’t have to slouch or lean forward. Additionally, make sure your chair has the proper lumbar support needed to help you sit straight while you’re working. These simple steps can help tremendously with your overall posture. If you are at a desk for extended periods of the day, it is important to make sure your back posture is okay. Sit upright, place your feet flat on the floor, and try not to cross your legs. Make sure there is a small gap between the back of
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HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT INVESTING IN A STANDING DESK?
Did you know that standing burns between .7 to .15 more calories per minute than sitting does? It may not seem like a lot, but by simply standing for longer periods of time, you can easily burn more calories. Sedentary lifestyles, especially the ones that many of us are experiencing right now, can increase your risk of heart disease, obesity, or other serious health issues. However, investing in a standing desk or alternate seating option at work can help in greatly decreasing these risks and making your home office more ergonomically friendly! Using a standing desk as opposed to a traditional sitting desk has been proven to lower one’s chances of developing cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity. Nevertheless, standing desks are not for everyone, especially those with joint or vascular conditions. You may be asking, “doesn’t standing all day long have its own implications?” The short answer is – yes. Anything without moderation can have its pitfalls. Standing can boost your energy levels, concentration, and even your mood, but if you have a traditional 9-5 job, chances are that level of productivity will dissipate after a while. Standing for too long can cause you to run out of energy quicker and can take a toll on your physical comfort. Many medical professionals recommend adjustable desks for your home workplace environment, so you can spend a large amount of your day standing or stretching, with the opportunity to rest when you become tired. Studies suggest whether you choose a standing or adjustable desk for your workday, integrative support can be beneficial in easing yourself into the new setting. In fact, those who participated in some sort of integrative support program for their standing or adjustable desk stood for an average of 50 minutes longer each day than those who did not.
At the End of the Day, Make Sure You’re Comfortable. No matter how you choose to work from home, ergonomics is an important concept to keep in mind. Ergonomic laptop desks and chairs can promote proper posture and decrease the risk for back problems, while workplace design can make an impact on your overall happiness, productivity, and well-being. Don’t let the daily stresses of working from home take a toll on your physical health! Our physical therapist can help you improve your posture, strength, energy, and overall wellbeing throughout the workday.
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Relieve Back Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain.
HEALTHY RECIPE: VITAMIN BURST SMOOTHIE
INGREDIENTS • 1 cup fresh orange juice
Good stretch if you sit at a computer all day
• 1/2 cup milk (coconut, almond, or substitute plain or vanilla yogurt) • 1/2 cup frozen strawberries • 1/2 cup mango • 1/2 cup pineapple • 1 tsp freshly minced ginger • Optional: 1-2 tsp raw honey; a handful of fresh baby spinach; 1-2 tbsp almond butter DIRECTIONS
REPEAT TRUNK FLEXION (TO FLOOR)
Sit in a chair with hands on thighs. Let your trunk drop toward the floor, using your arms to control the movement. Let your arms dangle to the floor. Now use your arms to push yourself up. Repeat 3 times.
Add the ingredients to a blender and blend on high speed until completely smooth, scraping down the blender as needed. Add a drizzle of honey or extra ginger to taste, pour into glasses, and enjoy. Bursting with healing Vitamin C, this hydrating smoothie will increase the infection-fighting ability of your immune system.
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Patient Success Spotlight OUR CURRENT TEAM IS FOLLOWING STRICT CDC GUIDELINES
LYMPHEDEMA THERAPY
Due to Social Distancingwe are unable to squeeze the growing team returning fromquarantine, into one photo
“I went in with a shoulder injury, and he was able to fully heal it!” “I had a really enjoyable experience at this facility! The ENTIRE staff is very amicable and organized, creating an extremely welcoming environment. I would HIGHLY recommend Eric! He is very personable and extremely knowledgeable on the entire process of healing and strengthening. I went in with a shoulder injury, and he was able to fully heal it with a personalized and methodic process. Any issue that came up with my shoulder it seems he could understand exactly what was going on and solve it with ease. 5/5 stars!” - A.M. (Actual Google Review)
After 3 treatments
Lymphedema is a swelling that typically occurs in the upper or lower extremities, due to an excessive buildup of lymph fluid. Your lymphatic system is part of your circulatory system, and it is a network of vessels that carry lymph fluid towards the heart. When a blockage happens in your lymphatic system, swelling of your arms or legs may occur, as the fluid is not able to drain properly. Improper drainage results in a build-up of the lymph fluid in your arms and legs, which can generate adverse health risks. If you are suffering from lymphedema, contact Preferred Physical Therapy today to find relief! At Preferred Physical Therapy, we will design a personalized treatment plan to treat your lymphedema. This plan will be dependent upon your physical evaluation, health history, and the severity of your symptoms. For lymphatic treatment plans, the focus will be put strongly on manual therapy and light exercises. Contact our office today if you are dealing with lymphedema and need some relief. Preferred Physical Therapy will help reduce your lymphedema symptoms and improve your daily life. Your pain-free movement starts here!
MEET OUR NEW DESIGNATED SANITIZING ASSISTANT, LUCIANA!
Luciana Muniz is our new Des i gnated San i t i z i ng Assistant. She joins the team to assist with disinfecting of treatment tables, mats, chairs, parallel bars, bikes, laser and ultrasoundmachines. We have employed her to help with sanitizing in order to fulfill CDC guidelines.
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