Eastern Shore: 6 Back Conditions Not To Ignore

Eastern Shore: 6 Back Conditions Not To Ignore

Health &Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

Getting To Know The Eastern Shore PT Staff LAURENMORENO, PT AIDE

Lauren graduated from Salisbury University in 2015 with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and a concentration in Allied Health. She began interning at Eastern Shore Physical Therapy in 2014 and later began working as a Physical Therapy Aide. When Lauren is not working in the office she is working with a local high school youth who has Cerebral Palsy. Lauren recently got accepted into Physical Therapy Assistant School at Wor-Wic Community College. She is looking forward to this opportunity to further her education and career in the physical therapy field.. Lauren joined a group called Athletes Serving Athletes in 2014, which is a non-profit group that empowers athletes with disabilities to train and compete in running and triathlon events. Much of her time is spent training

with this amazing group of people. She has helped athletes cross the finish line at triathlons, 5k’s, and ten milers. During her free time she enjoys going to the gym, running, and spending time with her fiancé, family, and friends.

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6 BACK CONDITIONS YOU SHOULDN’T IGNORE “Make Chronic Pain Relief A Priority On Your List!”

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• Will Your Back Hurt As You Get Older? • Celebration For Local Veterans • Upcoming Workshop • Patient Success Spotlight

3. Spinal stenosis: This is a narrowing of the bony spinal canal which causes rubbing or pressure on nerves. Central canal stenosis is quite serious as it presses upon the spinal cord. 4. Lumbar sprain/strain: This is a common cause of low back pain due to injury of muscles and tendons. The rows of muscles that run up and down the sides of the spinal column, are the major muscle groups usually involved in lower back injury. 5. Fractures: Thesearedue to trauma,orsometimes occur without any injury in people with osteoporosis. 6. Spinal cord compression: This is unusual, but very worrisome and may be associated with weakness and loss of bowel/bladder control. Medication and Bed Rest Most lower back pain sufferers try over the counter drugs and bed rest. However, most self remedies will not provide the relief that you need. In fact, bed rest is the wrong thing to do, because it can weaken the spinal muscles further. Weakness in the spinal muscles is one of the main reasons for low back pain and puts you at risk for injuring your back with common activities such as lifting, bending or squatting. Most of us sit too much and this contributes to severe weakening of the back and torso muscles which are needed for a healthy back.

KATHLEEN WEINSTEIN PT, DPT

MARTIN WEINSTEIN PT, MPT, COMT

ATTENTION: DO YOU SUFFER WITH BACK PAIN? October 21ST 10AM FREE BACK PAIN & SCIATICA WORKSHOP Contact our office to register! (410) 641-2900

Discussing Back Pain with Martin Weinstein PT, MPT, COMT and Kathleen Weinstein PT, DPT.

Dear Valued Client,

Do you feel aches and pains in your lower back? If so, you are not alone. Four out of every five Americans will suffer from back pain at some time in their lives. Without proper spine mobility, stability and alignment your back structures wear down over time, similar to tires that are out of alignment.There are many different back conditions, but here are a few common ones: 1. Lumbar or sacral radiculopathy: The result of pressure on a nerve exiting the spine. Pain, numbness and tingling can be felt down in different parts of the leg. 2. Sciatica: This comes from compression of the sciatic nerve by a muscle called the piriformis, deep in the buttock. Symptoms can radiate down the buttock and leg.

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WILL YOUR BACK HURT AS YOU GET OLDER? If you think that growing older automatically leads to back pain, here’s some great news; it doesn’t! Many people suffer from pain, yet, they still believe their aches and pains are a natural part of aging. They’re not. Back pain is primarily caused by four main factors: • Spinal muscle weakness • Poor muscle or joint movement • Poor posture • Lack of spinal or pelvic muscle coordination

Treating the Cause of Your Back Pain The goal of our SPINE program is to find the root cause of your pain and correct it, not just treat the symptoms. By treating the root cause of the pain, you can achieve faster, long-lasting results. We provide the most advanced and effective treatments to each of our patients in a caring, friendly environment. Our highly trained and skilled physical therapists use proven hands-on therapy techniques to help people of all ages become free of pain and get back to the activities they enjoy. If your back pain prevents you from standing for long periods, bending down to pick up objects, or getting up and down from the floor to play with your children or grandchildren it’s time to come to Eastern Shore Physical Therapy and restore your quality of life. Knowing the Right Expert to Help You Physical Therapists are medical musculoskeletal specialists, meaning we are the experts when it comes to the movement of the body and how the muscles, joints and skeletal structure work with one another. Effective physical therapy experts recognize that the best treatments are not modalities that depend solely on ultrasound, cold or heat therapy, but

rather a skilled hands-on approach to examination and treatment. Studies have proven that manual therapy and specific exercises produce better and faster results than traditional exercise based therapy. If you are suffering with back pain or know someone who is, call us today to discover how we can finally help you become pain free and get back to the activities you enjoy. After all, you’re as young as you feel!

CELEBRATIONFOR LOCAL VETERANS

Veteran’s Day is approaching! Eastern Shore Physical Therapy would like to recognize and honor all local Veterans by hosting a celebration onThursday, November 9th at 5pm. This is an event you don’t want to miss! Please RSVP for this exciting event by calling 410-641-2900 today! NOVEMBER9THAT 5PM

CALL TODAY! 410.641.2900

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Patient Success Spotlight I feel Eastern Shore is the best in our area!

Why You Need To Come Back In For A Tune- Up: � Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently and securely � Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active and healthy lifestyle

“I have been to other PT places and I feel Eastern Shore PT is the best one in our area. The therapist care and take time with you and everyone is interested in how you are feeling and progressing. Please consider them for your care.” - Kathleen P.

Take Care of Your Aches and Pains Before It’s Too Late.

UPCOMINGWORKSHOP FOR PATIENTS WITH BACK PAIN & SCIATICA

OCTOBER 21ST 10AM

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SINGLE KNEE TO CHEST STRETCH While lying on your back, hold your knee and gently pull it up towards your chest. Hold for 10 counts. Repeat 6 times on both sides. Helps Low Back Pain www.simpleset.net

By request, I’m hosting a Back Pain & Sciatica Workshop at Eastern Shore Physical Therapy Saturday, October 21st at 10AM If you’re confused about what to do and looking for answers, here’s some of what you’ll learn:

• How a problem in your spine can cause back pain… • What successful treatment and permanent relief looks like without the side effects of medications, injections or surgery.

Call To Reserve Your Spot! 410.641.2900 • The Single Biggest #1 Mistake patients with back pain and sciatica make which actually stops them from improvement in pain relief… • A Sure-Fire Way to Pick the Right Treatment for the Cause of Your Back Pain (and save you a ton of time and money)

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