Avenues PT. How Bad Posture Affects You

Avenues PT. How Bad Posture Affects You

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Physical therapy is a great way to make sure you are still in optimum health and your body is strong during this time. As some may know, the Department of Homeland Security has deemed physical therapists as “Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers” during the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, Dr. Matos, who is an official with the Armed Forces Health Surveillance Center, Department of Defense Global Emerging Infections Surveillance and Response System, and the CDC has these words to share about physical therapy: “Physical therapists are essential in flattening the curve of the COVID-19 pandemic. They play a key role in keeping people they can help out of doctors’ offices and ER’s. This will not only free up themedical teams to treat those impacted by COVID-19, but also limit the exposure of those seeking the care of the physical therapist.” At Avenues Physical Therapy, we knowwe have an obligation to our community, nowmore than ever. Physical therapy can not only help the body heal as quickly as possible, but it can also help combat illness. The individualized stretches and exercises we prescribe for your treatment plan are great ways to boost your immune system. When your body is in shape, it quite literally has more strength to fight off unwanted viruses. Aiming for at least 20-30 minutes of physical activity a day can help strengthen not only you, but your immune system as well. Additionally, our physical therapists can help with nutritional services, which can prove to be a difficult task for many when distancing at home. The essential

vitamins found inmany fruits and vegetables are key tomaking sure your immune system is as healthy as possible. Our services will be analyzed on a case-by-case basis. If you are in need of in- person care, we will be following strict sanitary protocols by making sure every surface in our clinic is thoroughly cleaned and wiped down at all times. This will decrease the risk of any potential germs lingering on surfaces. If your treatments are able to be done virtually, we will be helping you through our TelePT services. Essentially, at Avenues Physical Therapy, we are still here to help you with whatever you may need. Our aim is to help you stay healthy and strong during this time. Give us a call today. Flu Season & COVID-19 Got You Worried? Give Yourself an Immunity Boost! These three tips can help you stay healthy and strengthen your immune system: 1. Aim for 8-9 hours of sleep each night. 2. Make a habit of 20-30minutes of physical activity a day. 3. Maintain a nutritious diet heavy on fruits and vegetables. The essential vitamins are key to making sure your immune system is as healthy as possible.

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E X E R C I S E S F O R H OME

Try This To Help Relieve Lower Back Pain

Try This To Relax Your Whole Body

BACK PA I N | S I NGLE KNEE TO CHEST STRE TCH

STRESS | D I APHRAGMAT I C BRE ATH I NG

While lying on your back, hold your knee and gently pull it up towards your chest. Hold for 20 counts repeat on each side.

Lie on your back with your knees bent. Breathe deep, from the belly. Repeat ten times.

Try This To Improve Your Posture

Try This To Improve Your Posture

POSTURE | BR I DG I NG Stand with your heels up against a wall. Attempt to get your heels, buttock, shoulders and head to touch the wall at the same time. Hold for ten seconds and repeat three times.

POSTURE | STAND I NG E X TENS I ONS FOR BACK

While standing, place your hands on your hips and lean back to arch your back. Hold for ten counts and repeat three times.

Exercises copyright of

Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.

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