BullheadPT.Relieving Neck Pain

BullheadPT.Relieving Neck Pain

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STAY A NECK AHEAD OF YOUR CHRONIC PAIN!

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SLEEP + NECK PAIN Is your shut-eye the cause of your pain?

EXERCISE ESSENTIALS Try this exercise to relieve neck pain!

HEALTHY RECIPE Try this protein-packed chicken recipe!

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STAY A NECK AHEAD OF YOUR CHRONIC PAIN!

Neck pain can be both debilitating and terrifying. When you experience an injury that leaves your neck in severe pain, the thought of not being able to freely turn your head is overwhelmingly stressful. What’s more, the pain itself is unbearable, and since the neck is so sensitive to injury, it is important to be as careful as possible in finding treatment and solutions for the pain. It is incredible to realize how common neck pain is—especially among American adults! More than two-thirds of U.S. adults will develop neck pain at least once in their life, and the reasons for the neck pain are as varied as the population of the nation itself. Injury, muscle strain and even stress can cause significant pain in the neck and upper back. If you aren’t careful, a neck injury can lead to chronic pain, and it is even possible for chronic headaches like migraines to develop as a result of regular neck pain. There are a lot of different ways that you can relieve neck pain, but the best treatment for your personal needs depends entirely on the type of injury that you’ve experienced. Here is a quick breakdown of what could be going on to cause your neck pain: If your pain is developing gradually over time and is not the result of any particular injury that comes to mind, then it may be a result of degenerative disc disease. When this develops, you may experience chronic neck pain as a result of fluid-filled sacs that are becoming weakened over time as a result of stress and strain. Physical therapy

can help alleviate the pain from degenerative disc disease by helping restore blood circulation and improve range of motion in the neck. This therapy is approached in a careful and deliberate way so as to not cause further pain in the neck region. Sometimes, neck pain develops after a particular injury, such as due to accident or even as a result of a car accident or a slip and fall accident. When this happens, your pain could be a result of a muscle strain or sprain. When this is the case, then using traditional methods like hot and cold therapy and targeted physical therapy treatment can do a lot of good to alleviate the pain. However, attempting exercises on your own could also result in further pain. In some cases, mechanical neck pain can develop as a result of a change in the neck joints. This may develop as a result of a disc collapsing, which causes the space between the bones to become narrow, often causing bones to strike one another, resulting in pain. When this isn’t addressed, mechanical neck pain can spread, causing the pain to become more severe and covering a wider range of the neck. Finally, neck pain is sometimes caused by radiculopathy, which refers to pressure or irritation in the nerves of the neck, which alters the electrical signals in the neck, causing you to feel more pain throughout the day. Physical therapy can help reduce the pressure and irritation surrounding the nerves, often offering immediate relief from pain and discomfort.

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These are just some of the frequent causes of neck pain. It is important that you never assume that your neck pain is being caused by one or another of these issues, and that you instead always work with a licensed and experienced physical therapist to determine the precise cause of your pain and discomfort. Is Your Neck Pain Caused by Sleep Issues? There is one more factor that often is not spoken about, but it’s a frequent cause of neck pain and discomfort: sleeping issues. Sometimes, sleeping in a certain position or sleeping on a mattress or pillow that is too soft or too hard will lead to neck pain. Oftentimes, this pain will appear to be chronic, as the sleeping issue is likely something that you experience day after day, causing the pain to return regularly.

It may be helpful to rule out sleeping concerns as a reason behind your neck pain by assessing your sleeping conditions and making any changes that you think may be necessary. Adjust howmany pillows you sleep on, the position you sleep in or even your mattress! For more support in finding relief from neck pain, talk to your physical therapist at Bullhead Physical Therapy today!

If you’re suffering from neck pain, call Bullhead Physical Therapy at 928.704.2194 for more information or to schedule your consultation!

EXERCISE ESSENTIALS Perform This Exercise To Relieve Neck Pain In Minutes!

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NECK NOD Start with your neck in a neutral position, then slowly lower your head backwards and then forwards. Repeat 10 times.

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A TR I BUT E TO OUR PHYS I CAL THERAP I STS A N I N T E R V I EW W I T H : B E A MO N T G OM E R Y P T , C Y I

Whi le physical therapy can be used for recovery from strokes or paralysis, injuries, trauma, and musculoskeletal conditions, it also benefits healthy people. For example, women can use physical therapy to learn exercises that may prevent pelvic floor dysfunction. In addition, physical therapy can teach people how to improve their balance and prevent falls. When people hear about physical therapy, they tend to think it is for people with injuries. While physical therapists can help heal injured parts of the body, physical therapy cont inues to evolve to assist wi th overal l wel lness. Recovering from incidents that can impact mobility and range of motion takes time, but physical therapy can help the body acclimate to regular activity once more as asserted by Bea Montgomery PT, CYI, a very successful medical professional A physical therapist is a trained and l icensed medical professional who has the abi l ity to diagnose physical abnormalities, restore physical function and mobility, maintain that function, and promote proper form for future activity. Part of Bea’s belief is sacrificing something good for something better. As a trained professional, Bea has the medical knowledge and abi l i ty to read, diagnos i s and t reat f rom al l Radiology testing including X-rays, MRl’s etc., and prescribe a therapy program which is directed to healing your disorder. A diagnostic procedure is an examination to identify an individual’s specific areas of weakness and strength in order determine a condition, disease or illness. Physical Therapists are highly trained

professionals in the medical profession. Bea Montgomery (Bullhead City Physical Therapy) is an icon in the eyes of these professionals. Bea offers hands on teaching and is highly regarded by her professional peers the ultimate in Physical Therapy patient care along with her supportive staff Physical Therapists also travel to places to implement treatment such as: Hospitals, Home Care, Senior Centers, Emergency Rooms , school s , rehab centers , Nurs ing Homes to name a few. Choosing to work in healthcare is a commitment to service. Bea stresses that “Patients are Patients” because they need her help to get thembetter. She does that better and quicker than anybody I know. I speak fromexperience over the last 20 years. Bea Montgomery is a true professional, possessing knowledge and unbel ievable heal ing abi l i t ies. This professional service is available to children, adolescents and adults. Rather than being reactionary, i.e. with healthy individuals can take a pro-active approach to avoid pain and injury. Bea has the knowledge and abilities to evaluate pain-movement, flexibility and performance and prescribe a maintenance plan. “Bea Montgomery” P.T. CYI is an icon in the Medical field. You can contact Bea Montgomery P.T. CYI at: Bullhead City Physical Therapy 2755 Silvercreek Rd. Suite 133 Bullhead City, Arizona 86429 (928) 704-2194

HEALTHY RECIPE BLACKENED CHICKEN WITH AVOCADO CREAM SAUCE Ingredients • 4 (4 oz) chicken breasts • 2 tbsp blackened seasoning • ½ cup plain, Greek yogurt • ½ avocado • 1 tsp lemon juice • ½ tsp garlic powder • ⅛ tsp salt • 2 tbsp green onions, thinly sliced Directions Place the chicken breasts and blackened seasoning in a large resealable bag. Seal and shake a few times to evenly coat the chicken. Lightly coat a large skillet with nonstick

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cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until cooked through, 4-6 minutes per side. Meanwhile, in a food processor, combine the yogurt, avocado, lemon juice, garlic powder, and salt and pulse until smooth and creamy. To serve, top each chicken breast with 2 tablespoons of the creamy avocado sauce and garnish with ½ tablespoon green onions.

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