ElitePT: Tired Of That Aching Back?

ElitePT: Tired Of That Aching Back?

The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

May this year bring new happiness, new goals and new achievements. Wishing you a year full of happiness and health! - From all of us at Elite Physical Therapy

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Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Elite Physical Therapy donated 312 lbs of food to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank! West Bay Community Action. Elite Physical Therapy adopted 5 families for the holidays fromWest Bay Community Action! PRACTICE NEWS

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See the experts for: • Back Pain • Neck Pain & Headaches • Shoulder & Elbow Pain • Hip & Knee Pain • Ankle & Foot Pain

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“I also had amazing relief from the Dry Needling treatment!” “I highly recommend Elite Physical Therapy. My Elite Physical Therapists were very knowledgeable and took the time to explainmy injury and the treatment plan in a way which I could understand. I received hands-on treatment as well as a range of exercises to help to strengthen my injured area. I also had amazing relief from the Dry Needling treatment. If you are looking for top quality standard of care, you will find it at Elite Physical Therapy!” – R.T.

Find Relief from Back Pain at Elite Physical Therapy!

• Experts place the likelihood of any person to experience some type of back problem in their lifetime at about 80%. • 30-40 percent of all workplace absences are due to back pain. • More than two-thirds of back strains are caused by lifting and other exertions, such as pulling and pushing. • Most cases of back pain are mechanical—meaning they are NOT caused by serious conditions, such as infection, fracture, or cancer. Find relief with Elite Physical Therapy: Fortunately, back pain can be relieved with our SPINE program. This program helps in improving your spine movement, posture, muscle stability, and strength, so your back can function in the pain-free way that it’s intended. Our SPINE program can also provide you with helpful tips for preventing your back pain from returning. Your Physical Therapist will also work with you to implement an individualized treatment plan, based on your specific needs.

According to the American Physical Therapy Association, back pain is the most commonly experienced type of pain across the United States. The type of pain felt in your back can vary, from a slight nagging ache to crippling, shooting pains. Because of this, it is no secret that back pain can limit you from enjoying your daily life to the fullest. Fortunately, Elite Physical Therapy can get you the help you need so you can improve your quality of life! Because back pain is so commonplace in the United States, there is a lot of informationwe have on the topic. Below are some facts about back pain: • Back pain is the number one disability for those under age 45. • In the United States alone, there are an expected 31 million people with lower back pain at any given time. • Back pain runs second, only after the common cold, as the top reason for visiting a healthcare provider in the United States.

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Exercise Essentials Try this simple exercise to help you feel better! DEAD BUG | HEEL TOUCHES Lie on back, hands up, knees up and engage your core. Slowly lower one heel to the ground. Alternate sides. Keep core engaged. Please perform 2 sets of 10 repetitions once a day, three times per week. If you experience any difficulty or limitation, contact an Elite Physical Therapist who can help you.

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