A Stronger Core Means A Healthier You!

A Stronger Core Means A Healthier You!

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The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

A Stronger Core Means A Healthier You! Do you ever find yourself slouching in a chair, slumping at the computer or your belly sticking out after standing for awhile? This is a sign of core muscle weakness that can negatively affect your health and create back or neck pain. What are Your Core Muscles? Your “core” is the group of muscles that help stabilize your body and give a strong point from which your skeleton can move properly with good posture. The core is made up of your abdominal, low back, pelvic and gluteus muscles. When anyone of these groups is weak, it causes instability and makes it hard to use your body properly. The result is strain to different areas of your body, especially the back and neck muscles. This causes bad posture, fatigue, inflammation and pain.

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Can’t I Just Do Sit-Ups?

Strengthening the abdominals is just one component of strengthening your core muscles and keeping your spine healthy. It takes an expert, trained in the science of human movement and the structure of the spine to analyze where your pain is coming from. Our physical therapy professionals are spine experts. Whether your pain is from your back, neck, shoulders or legs, we perform a thorough analysis of your posture, movement and strength. This allows us to pinpoint exactly what is causing your pain. Only then, can an effective treatment plan be made to obtain the fastest results. Call us today to learn more how our Spine Program can eliminate your pain and improve your health!

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Why Choose iMotion Physical Therapy? • Expertly trained therapists

• Focused on achieving fast results • We take the time to listen to you • We spend time educating you on your problem and how to solve it

• Friendly, courteous staff • On time appointments • Doctor recommended

Patient Spotlight

Minimal to no pain!

“When I first came to this clinic I was scared and in a lot of pain. My first visit, my therapist was able to tell me what was wrong and what needed to be done. I had a bad knee sprain which caused a lot of limping and pain. Within 10 visits the people at iMotion had me walking normal again with minimal to no pain. I can kneel, bend, squat, stretch and stand up with no problem. For that I am very grateful.” -E.G.

CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT TODAY! Fremont: 510-745-7700 Los Gatos: 408-637-4777

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Attention Pain Sufferers

• Do you have pain when moving or standing for long periods of time? • Does you experience pain after sitting for long periods of time? • Do you experience stiff joints? Get out of pain naturally and learn how to keep it from coming back!

Move Freely, Be Stronger & Alleviate Pain Naturally. Find Out How With A FREE PA I N RE L I EF Analysis

Fremont Location: 510-745-7700 Los Gatos Location: 408-637-4777

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Health Tips

Zan’s Frito Salad Recipe Ingredients • 2 Cans kidney beans (drained) • 4 fresh tomatoes • 1 onion (or 2 bunches fresh

Preparation Mix all ingredients together except Catalina dressing and Fritos. Wait until ready to serve and add bottle of Catalina dressing and bag of regular size Fritos. Stir and Serve.

onions using green blades too) • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese • Catalina dressing • 1 bag Fritos

Feel Better, Do More & Save Money This Holiday Season! The end of the year is approaching faster than you think. Now is the time to take advantage of unused insurance benefits. Remember, what you don’t use by the end of the year you lose. Not sure if Physical Therapy can help? Call to schedule a Free Consult with a licensed physical therapist now and address those “aches/pains” that are slowing you down.

Exercise Essentials Try this simple exercise to keep you moving...

The exercises below are designed to be performed under the instruction of a licensed physical therapist.

PRONE ALTERNATE ARM & LEG Helps strengthen core

Lie flat on your stomach, arms above head. Lift one foot slightly off the ground. Now lift opposite arm up slightly. Now lift head off the ground slightly - Keep chin tucked! Hold for 30 seconds. Repeat 6 times.

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Give The Gift of Health

Do You Have Friends or Family Unable to Do The

Following? • Move without pain • Bend and move freely

If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to iMotion Physical Therapy today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly for a Free Back Pain Relief Consultation.

REFERRAL HOTLINE 510-745-7700 • Balance confidently and securely • Sit for long periods comfortably • Walk for long distances • Live an active and healthy lifestyle