The back is one of the most vulnerable parts of the body. You rely on it so heavily — whether it is to shoulder your emotional stresses or to physically lift something that you need to carry with you. Your back is constantly at risk. It is at risk when you drive, being one of the body parts likely to take the biggest impact in case of an accident. It is at risk when you are safely at home on your couch or at the office, where you are likely scrunched over and not caring one bit about your posture. It is at risk when you run, when you play sports, and even when you find yourself sick and are coughing so heavily that your back begins to hurt.
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DON’T IGNORE BACK PAIN INJURIES ARE A REAL PAIN IN THE BACK!
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Theback isoneof themostvulnerablepartsof thebody. You rely on it so heavily —whether it is to shoulder your emotional stresses or to physically lift something that you need to carry with you. Your back is constantly at risk. It is at risk when you drive, being one of the body parts likely to take the biggest impact in case of an accident. It isatriskwhenyouaresafelyathomeonyour couch or at the office, where you are likely scrunched over and not caring one bit about your posture. It is at riskwhenyou run,whenyouplaysports,andevenwhen you find yourself sick and are coughing so heavily that your back begins to hurt. It is no wonder that so many people experience back injuries every year. What is a big wonder is that so
many people choose to ignore their back injuries year after year! When you break an arm or get a cut on your leg, you are likely to do something about it right away. The sight of blood leaving your body or the realization that a bone isn’t sitting right is something that not manypeoplearegoing todealwithfor too longbefore seeking medical attention. Yet when pain begins in the back, it is almost normal to ignore it. Everyone develops back pain, time to time, right? There is no reasontostressabout itoroverreact,right?Absolutely wrong! it is important to understand your back pain! Look inside to find out how!
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UNDERSTANDING BACK PAIN
Backpainmaybecommon, but it isabsolutelynotnormal. Thereareactuallya lotofseriousconditions thatcancause yourback tobegin tohurt,and it issmart tohaveyourback looked at by a physician early on so that you know exactly what is going on with your body from the get-go. Once the cause of your back pain is determined, your physical therapist will be able to identify the best treatment options for your body’s needs.This will likely include the following: • Targeted exercises that are specialized to the region of the back that is experiencing the most pain. These exercisesaredesigned tohelpbuildstrengthandsupport the surrounding muscles. • Guided stretching designed to improve range of motion and flexibility. This will take into account the health and vivacityofvertebraeandanypotentialstretches thatmay support optimal back health. • Support and guidance with an exercise routine and habit formation, especially with cardiovascular activity that can stimulate improved blood circulation to the affected areas of the back, as well as strength-building activities. Attempting toundertakeanyof thesechangesonyourown afteryou’veexperiencedaback injury isbothdangerousand notrecommended.Workingwitha licensedandexperienced physical therapist can provide you with the guidance and ongoing support that you need to ensure that you do not experience any further injury as you attempt to heal the cause of your back pain.
Getting to the Bottom of Back Pain. There are a lot of different reasons as to why you may be experiencing back pain, and ignoring any of them is not a good idea. Some of the most common issues that cause back pain to linger include:
• Muscle sprain or strain • Slipped vertebrae or disk • Tear or hyper-extension to the supporting muscles or tendons • Arthritis
These concerns can develop as a result of a myriad of environmental issues, such as having poor posture, prolonged sedentary activity, car crash, sporting accident, stress, heavy lifting, and so on. When you experience an injury to your back, or realize that you are experiencing regular pain as a result of an ongoing injury or overuse, it is important to find out the cause of your back pain as quicklyaspossible.Backpaincanquicklybecomechronic, as a potentially small issue can become complicated when it is not addressed early on. Working with a physical therapist can help you to identify the difference between environmental causes and something more medically based. To get started with putting an end to your back pain, contact us. Call today for more details! (479) 855-9348
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STRAIGHT LEG RAISE While lying or sitting, raise up your leg with a straight knee. Keep the opposite knee bent with the foot planted to the ground. Repeat 6 times on both sides. Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain.
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Practical CDP results can be used by multiple disciplines to guide treatment decision-making and provide superior case management to patients with balance andmobility disorders. CDP can identify your specific visual and motor functions and how they work together to keep you balanced. The information that CDP gathers helps your therapist understand the best path of treatment. This helps you become mobile and balanced much faster than traditional tests. Proven NeuroComCDP test protocols have a 30 year record of clinical use supported by peer- reviewed research. Only with NeuroCom Dynamic Systems ComputerizedDynamicPosturography
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Yogurt Ice Pops Recipe
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• 2 cups fresh blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and sliced bananas, mixed
• 2 cups plain or vanilla yogurt • 8 small paper cups • 8 popsicle sticks
“ I amnot afraid of the hurdles and steps now.” “I was having trouble stubbing my toe and not being able to come back up with my balance. Consequently, I fell and broke my left arm, up by my shoulder, broke my L1 Vertebra and my left wrist all within 3 years. I really think that my balance is much better and have already had a couple of instances when I didn’t fall and feel more secure. I am not afraid of the hurdles and steps now.” - June Resetar
DIRECTIONS Place the mixed blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, sliced bananas, yogurt, and sugar into a blender. Cover, and blend until fruit is chunky or smooth, as desired. Fill paper cups 3/4 full with fruit mixture. Cover the top of each cup with a strip of aluminum foil. Poke a popsicle stick through the center of the foil on each cup. Place the cups in the freezer for at least 5 hours. To serve, remove foil and peel off the paper cup.
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Discover HowTo Live Life Pain-Free At FYZICAL, you will receive hands-on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health experts during 1. Call and talk to your therapist
focused and individualized sessions. It’s time to get FYZICAL if: • You’re tired of living in pain
2. Discover why your pain has come back
• You just want to feel better and move better • You want to overcome a balance disorder • You have been in an auto accident or injured on the job • You want to prevent injury
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Last year around Christmas time I fell off a ladder and tore my ACL. After my knee surgery, I started using the Juvent, and I could almost immediately see a difference in my pain level. The Juvent got me to a better place quicker, by taking away the pain and reducing the swelling. Guillermo Pasarin, M.D. It is virtually the perfect machine! I had major abdominal surgery a couple of months ago and I could not get any of my usual exercises in. Then I started using Juvent every day. I barely had to use any of my prescribed pain medications and I felt better quicker than I had from previous surgeries. I LOVE this machine! Michael Bauerschmidt, M.D., M.B.A.
Ask your therapist about putting a Juvent in your home for continued therapy.
Do You Have Back Pain &Want To Remain Active? ESSENTIAL RUNNING TIPS FOR BACK PAIN SUFFERERS
Running puts a high level of repetitive stress on the back, and for those with lower back problems it is particularly important to take measures to reduce the strain on the lower back. In general, the following tips are advisable for runners, especially for those who are susceptible to low back pain or leg pain/sciatica: • Do a thorough warm-up prior to beginning a run • Stretch the hamstrings (the large muscles in the back of the thigh) twice daily to minimize stress across the low back •Musclestrengtheningorstrengthtrainingarealso important,particularly with the core muscles of the back • Cross training is useful, so as not to get into an overuse syndrome • Wear comfortable, supportive shoes
• Try to run on a forgiving surface if possible, such as a rubber track, and try to avoid running on cement It is important that back pain patients take note of any back symptoms that perhaps are being exacerbated by a particular activity. If running consistently brings on back pain or leg pain symptoms, an evaluation with a physical therapist specializing in back pain and running analysis can be useful to determine the source of that pain. Again, muscular sprains and strains tend to be short-lived and respond well to self-care measures, such as heat and stretching. If the pain does not respond to these measures, there may be a more structural problem that requires physical therapy treatment.
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