Eastern Shore: Back Pain & Difficulty Walking

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It’s Time to Reach Out For Pain Relief! BACK PAIN & DIFFICULTY WALKING

Did you know that the way you walk, could be causing your back pain?Most people have something in their style of walking that can cause long term wear and tear. For example, a foot turned-out, a weak abdomen or poor posture contributes to stress on their body. Eastern Shore PhysicalTherapy’s experts are trained to treat walking disorders and teach corrective walking techniques. By changing the way you walk, it is possible to eliminate and prevent back pain.

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Take The Pain Free Path To Treatment! BACK PAIN & DIFFICULTYWALKING

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• Are You Walking As Well As You Should? • Healthy Recipe • Exercise Essential • Patient Success Spotlight

ATTENTION: DO YOU SUFFER WITH BACK PAIN OR POOR BALANCE? JUNE 12TH & 26TH 6PM FREE BACK PAIN &BALANCE WORKSHOPS Contact our office to register! (410) 641-2900

alignment,you’reat risk forstructuralpain.Oneminor walking error repeated millions of times can do an incredible amount of damage to your back, muscles, nerves and joints. This can eventually cause pain and arthritis. Often, the cause of back pain is poor strength -- specifically, weak abdominal muscles. The pelvis is held in place by numerous muscles, including the abdominals, hamstrings, gluteals and hip flexors. An imbalance or weakness in these muscles can lead to pelvic misalignment, causing the pelvis to tilt forward or backward. Forward tilt of the pelvis leads to a sway back. Inaddition toabdominalweakness,a lackofstrength in theglutealsandhamstrings leads to forwardpelvic tilt.While theabdominalsstabilize thepelvisbypulling upwardon the front, theglutealsandhamstringsoffer stability by pulling down on the rear of the pelvis. Exercises must be done to strengthen both the abdominals and gluteals. Walking gives the gluteals a good workout. The abdominal muscles can be conditioned throughphysical therapyandeasyweight training exercises.

KATHLEEN WEINSTEIN PT, DPT

MARTIN WEINSTEIN PT, MPT, COMT

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

Dear Valued Client,

Onadailybasis,youwalkmorethananyotherphysical activity.Howyouwalkdefinesmosteverythingabout you, includingyourphysicalabilities.Wecanhelpyou discover thatsomethingabout thewayyouwalk,may be the reason you have pain and help you change it. You walk over a million steps in a year Your walk involves many body parts, all interacting together to produce your walking style. It’s as natural as breathing, and if any of your six (two ankles, two knees, two hips) weight bearing joints arenot in good

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ARE YOU WALKING AS WELL AS YOU SHOULD?

Problems with walking increase as we age and are a leading cause of falls and disability in older adults. At least 20% of adults over 65 have problems with walking. This further increases to 50% in adults 85 years old and older. Most of these problems with walking are associated with underlying diseases. 9 Things That Stifle Your Stride Problems with walking are not a direct consequence of getting older. Rather, they are the effects of other conditions that become more common and severe with age. Common risk factors for severe problems with walking include advanced age (older than 85) and multiple chronic disease conditions such as heart disease, arthritis, dementia, stroke, hip fracture or cancer. Common conditions that contribute to walking problems include some of the following:

1. Back pain 2. Joint pain and arthritis 3. Diseases of the muscles or bones 4. Poor fitness 5. Problems after orthopedic surgery or stroke 6. Low blood pressure and heart disease 7. Parkinson’s disease 8. Vision or balance problems 9. Fear of falling

Discover how our programs transforms your back pain from a pressing problem, to a distant memory, allowing you to live a happy, active and pain-free life.

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INGREDIENTS • 2 tbsp low sodium chicken broth • 1⁄4 cup onion, chopped • 1 small garlic clove, minced • 1⁄4 cup bell pepper, chopped • 2 chili peppers, minced (to taste)

• 3 plum tomatoes, chopped • 8 flour tortillas

• 1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded • 1 1⁄2 cups cooked chicken, shredded • scallion, cut on the bias (garnish) • salsa (garnish) • nonfat sour cream (garnish)

DIRECTIONS In a medium-heavy skillet, saute the onions, garlic and peppers until soft in the 2 tablespoons chicken broth. Add the chili peppers and tomatoes and simmer for a few minutes more until the liquid has evaporated. Add the chicken and stir well to combine. Spray a cold skillet with the nonstick spray and heat over medium heat. Place a tortilla in the pan and sprinkle with 1/8 cup cheese. Add about a quarter of the chicken mixture and top with another 1/8 cup cheese. Cover with another tortilla and cook for two to three minutes or until golden brown. Flip the quesadilla over and cook for an additional two minutes. Remove from the heat and cut into edges. Keep warm while frying the remaining quesadillas. Serve with salsa, scallions, and fat-free sour cream.

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Patient Success Spotlight

� Plantar Fasciitis � Carpal Tunnel � Sports Injuries � Soft Tissue Damage � More...

� Sciatica � Arthritis � Bursitis � Disc Injuries � Shoulder Pain � Migraines

� Neck Pain � Neuropathy � Headaches � TMJ � Back Pain

“My name is Linda Urick, I have had lower back pain for a very long time. My friend Kris told me about Laser Therapy. It worked for her. I had my first treatment and I walked out with no pain. I was so happy. I wanted to dance! I can now walk for a mile with no pain at all and I can dance with my grandkids! I can do many things with no Pain! My quality of life is so good now! I would suggest that anyone try this. It has worked for me and I hope it does for you. Thank you Martin and Eastern Shore Physical Therapy for bringing this to our area!” - Linda U. My quality of life is so good now!

Deep Tissue Laser Therapy has proven to get results in just one session! Diminish your pain levels and perform your daily activities pain free and enjoy life again! Schedule your appointment by calling 410-641-2900!

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

UPCOMINGWORKSHOPS FOR PATIENTS WITH BACK PAIN & POOR BALANCE

JUNE 12TH & 26TH 6PM

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FOUR POINT ARM RAISE Start on hands and knees, hips and shoulders at 90°. Lift one arm out front. Bring it back down and then repeat on opposite side. 8-10 times on both arms.

By request, we’re hosting Back Pain & Balance Workshops at Eastern Shore Physical Therapy

BACK PAIN WORKSHOP: Tuesday, June 12th at 6PM

BALANCE WORKSHOP: Tuesday, June 26th at 6PM

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 Treatment for the Cause of Your Back Pain & Poor Balance (and save you a ton of time & money). • The Single Biggest #1 Mistake patients with back pain and poor balance make which actually stops them from improvement in pain relief… • A Sure-Fire Way to Pick the Right

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