Dynamic PT LA.Is Back Pain Slowing Your Down

Dynamic PT LA.Is Back Pain Slowing Your Down

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I S BACK PA I N SLOWING YOU DOWN? HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP YOU GET BACK IN ACTION!

Back pain can hinder your day-to-day activities. Left untreated, it can even lead to long-term joint, spine and nerve damage. As one of the most common physical complaints, over 80 percent of the U.S. population will suffer from it at some point in their lifetime. The pain itself can hinder your ability to reach, lean, kneel, lift or bend. (Continued Inside)

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I S B A C K P A I N SLOWING YOU DOWN? HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP YOU GET BACK IN ACTION!

It can also hinder your time spent with friends and family. Direct pain aside, minor aches and cramps associated with a back pain problem can make you irritable—ruining your good time. What Causes Back Pain? A few things cause back pain. The American Physical Therapy Association covers each of these, but the following are leading causes: · Spinal and core muscle weaknesses · Bad posture · Spinal muscle and tissue damage · Improper lifting form · Limited hip, spine and thigh muscle flexibility · Bad abdominal, pelvic and back muscle coordination Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t seek treatment when back pain arises. Before they know it, they have a big problem. They might assume nothing—except for medication—can solve their back pain problem. Medication might mask the pain, but it won’t cure the problem’s root cause. Back Pain Solutions You’re in luck: Back pain can be cured! The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke covers a number of back pain remedies. These include the use of strength exercise, physical therapy and medication. Where medication is considered, anti-inflammatory drugs, analgesicmedications and counter-irritants are themost popular.

Before you can treat your back pain, however, you need to know why it started. Whether you’ve tweaked a muscle or have a deeper injury, a spine specialist can help. Back Pain Prevention A little prevention goes a long way. If you want to avoid future back pain, you can make sure you’re being good to your back. Lift Properly. You pick things up constantly. Even if you’re lifting something light, make sure you’re facing the object. Squat, keeping your spine straight. Lift with your leg muscles, as this will reduce the pressure placed on your spine. Use Good Posture When you’re standing, imagine a string is attached to the top of your head—lifting you up. This will keep your hips, spine, shoulders and neck aligned. If you’re sitting, don’t slouch. Use Strength Training Your body has hundreds of muscles. Thesemuscles protect and control your spine. By lifting weights, running and swimming, you can keep them strong. Train your core muscles. In doing so, you’ll easily control quick, lifting movements. It never hurts to visit a physical therapist, either. Get regular check-ups, and make sure your body is in good condition. If you have a history of back injuries, pain or minor aches, don’t hesitate to talk to a professional. You deserve a pain-free life, and your back will thank you.

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warm and loosened up. When this happens, your muscle cells become oxygenated and ready to work. A physical therapist can guide and assist you in perfecting your warm-up routine, similar to a personal trainer. Maintaining proper form during your warm-ups is just as important as maintaining it during your main exercise, and is one of the main keys to avoiding injury. Your physical therapist will analyze your form to make sure you’re doing everything correctly in order to maximize results during your workout and help you get the most out of it. Warming up can make all the difference for those who are aging and active As we age, our bodies simply aren’t as limber as they used to be – putting us at risk for exercise-related injuries. Proper warm-ups are a great resource for those who still want to remain active but may be prone to injuries or at a higher risk of developing injuries. A physical therapist can help you figure out where your problem areas are, so you can perform the correct warm-up routine for your needs. A routine that consists of a combination of exercises, stretches, and pain-relieving techniques that target areas where injuries are likely to occur is one of the best ways to avoid injury in the aging and active adult. Additionally, your physical therapist can also help you target poor techniques and correct them. They will focus more on the areas of your body that are repeatedly stressed and overused by your sport or exercise, thus determining your likelihood of injury and suggesting the best warm-up techniques for keeping you safe during physical activity. Ready to get started? Contact us today! All in all, adopting a proper warm-up routine before participating in strenuous physical activity is a small-time investment for a long-term benefit. If you have any questions about how to warm up properly and how we can help, contact Dynamic Physical Therapy today. Hear Why Our Patients Love Us! Extremely efficient and expert therapists and staff. Beautiful, safe, and relaxed environment for patients. This is a very caring and state of the art physical therapy clinic with a women’s health program that achieves Miraculous results! I’m telling all my friends to come here for help! I love Michelle and her ability to educate with compassion as she treats such discomfort. She and her husband Steve, on the orthopedic side, have a wonderful staff and continue to hire, train and mentor fabulous therapists. Don’t hesitate to make your appointment today! — A.H.

Whether you’re a weekend warrior or dedicated athlete, warming up before participating in any form of physical activity is extremely important. We always hear about the crucial aspect of proper warm-ups, but why exactly are they so crucial? Well, the truth is that while it may not seem like it at the time, warming up the body before engaging in exercise of any sort can pose several benefits. If you are a fitness enthusiast who is looking to enhance their warm-up routine, contact Dynamic Physical Therapy today. The importance of proper warm-ups Stretching and proper warm-ups before exercise are arguably most important in helping your body avoid injury. As an athlete, we understand that one of your primary goals is staying healthy so you can participate in your sport or exercise of choice. Our physical therapists at Dynamic Physical Therapy can teach you warm up routines that utilize light weights, resistance bands, or targeted stretches to get your body ready for physical activity. Some light cardio can also be beneficial in your warm-up routine, as the goal is to have your muscles

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KNEE EXTENSION STRETCH While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee down towards the ground. Hold for 20 seconds and repeat 5 times. Always consult with your physical therapist before performing an exercise in order to relieve pain.

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H E A L T H Y T I P S F O R T H E H O L I D AY S E A S O N 1. Shop Well For Yourself. It is more important than ever to stock your kitchen with healthy foods. Have healthy snacks handy. The more convenient they are, the more likely you are to eat them. Instead of thinking about what you shouldn’t eat, promise to eat your 3 to 5 servings of vegetables each day. 2. Schedule Your Exercise. Your schedule will be very hectic this holiday season. Schedule your workouts just as you would any other appointment. It’s ok if you can’t make it to class, but make sure that you get some activity in at least three days per week. 3. Just Say No. You probably aren’t aware howmuch extra food you consume just from people offering it to you. A sample at the market here, an extra cookie at an office party there and it all adds up. Just think twice before you take that food and decide if you really want it. 4. Skip the Baking, Do you make baked goods for giving? Chances are you eat much of what you bake. Who wouldn’t? Instead, make non-food gifts, or prepare ingredients for baked goods and put them in pretty jars--let your gift recipient bake it up. That way, they can eat it when they want it and you don’t have to be tempted in the kitchen.

At Dynamic PT, we use the latest in LightForce ® Therapy Laser to treat acute and chronic conditions as well as post-activity recovery. This non-drug, non-surgical method of treatment has been proven to help control pain and swelling in patients. Therapy lasers are able to combat persistent pain and promote circulation to damaged tissues. It is also a great resource to reduce pain without involving pain medication and the side effects that come with prescription drugs. It has also been shown to help improve post-activity recovery times and reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). These treatments are administered directly to skin and patients will feel a warm sensation as the therapy takes places. Patients who have received treatments with higher-power lasers also have reported a quick decrease in pain. If laser therapy treatment is something you would like to consider, call one of our three locations and see how we can help you get back on your feet quicker!

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