Global: Neck Pain & Headaches

Global: Neck Pain & Headaches

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Call On Physical Therapy For Pain Relief! UNDERSTANDINGNECKPAIN&HEADACHES

Do you suffer from frequent neck aches, headaches and stress? Most people equate stress with high blood pressure, a heart attack or a stroke. But did you know headaches, dizziness, neck and shoulder pain often come from stress? Chronic headaches, usually accompanied by extreme fatigue are almost always a sign of stress. People literally live on Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen for years because they constantly have a nagging headache, induced by muscle spasms from the high amount of stress in their life. A concern with those who have frequent headaches, is a higher risk of depression and anxiety. If you want to return to a pain-free, active lifestyle, contact us today to schedule an appointment at 810-695-0750.

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DISCOVER THE CAUSE OF HEADACHES

Headaches can range from minor nagging pains, to full-blown migraines that knock you off your feet for a day or two. Any headache, whether tremendous pain or not, should be a warning sign you are under a lot of stress. Prolonged stress can result in muscle tension changes, making you feel stiff, achy and painful in the neck or shoulders. One may feel pain in the shoulders, neck, upper back and even radiating out to the upper arms. The most intense pain usually lies directly in the back and upper sides of the neck. The pain then radiates into the shoulder area. This is why most people who are stressed treat themselves to frequent neck and shoulder massages. Real Relief. While massages help to relieve some symptoms, physical therapy goes far beyond to evaluate and treat the root cause of your pain. Muscular tightness may lead to poor joint movement and weakness. Our physical therapy experts are trained in specialized hands-on treatments to quickly reduce your

pain. Furthermore, enjoy the added benefits of improved motion, posture correction and preventing the problem from reoccurring. We train you in gentle exercises and self-help techniques to prevent the physical changes from prolonged stress. Regularly shedding your daily tensions through movement, physical therapy and physical activity can help you remain calm and clear in everything that you do, helping you live a happy, pain-free life.

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WE CAN HELP: • Decrease your pain • Increase your strength • Increase your activity level

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PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT

Relaxed the tension in my muscles! “Ralph is an exceptional physical therapist. All of the techniques he uses to restore your physical body back in shape are excellent. There is a hard-to-define spiritual quality within his healing hands. His massaging and stretches removed my headache, loosened stiff joints and relaxed the tension in my muscles. I was so impressed by the total body relaxation that I’ve made appointments two times a week.” – Elizabeth B.

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DISCOVER HOW TO LIVE PAIN FREE

At Global Physical Therapy & Spine Specialists, you will receive hands-on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health experts during focused and individualized sessions.

It’s time to get Global Physical Therapy & Spine Specialists if: • You’re tired of living in pain • You want to feel better and move better • You have been in an auto accident or injured on the job • You want to prevent injury 1. Call and talk to your therapist 2. Discover why your pain has come back 3. Get your custom recovery program

Healthy Recipe

RED SNAPPER WITH ARUGULA SALAD

INGREDIENTS • 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 1 tsp grated lemon • 1 tbsp lemon juice • 1/2 tsp minced garlic • 3/4 tsp kosher salt • 6 (6-ounce) red snapper fillets • 1/4 tsp black pepper • 5 ounces baby arugula • 1/4 cup sliced red onion

• 2 ounces pecorino Romano cheese • 6 lemon wedges

DIRECTIONS Combine 3 tablespoons oil, rind, juice, and garlic in a large bowl, stirring well with a whisk. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle fish with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add 3 fillets, skin side down; reduce heat to medium, and cook 5 minutes or until skin is golden and crisp. Turn fillets; cook 3 minutes or until done. Remove fish from pan; keep warm. Wipe pan clean; repeat procedure with remaining oil and remaining 3 fillets. Add arugula to dressing; toss. Top with onion and cheese. Serve salad with fillets and lemon wedges. Courtesy of: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/red-snapper-arugula-salad

Exercise Essentials Try this simple exercise to relieve neck pain...

SCAPULAR RETRACTION Stand tall, shoulders relaxed. Pull shoul- der blades back and down. Don’t hunch your shoulders.

Stretches Neck Muscles

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The above exercise is designed to be performed under the instruction of a licensed physical therapist.

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION TO START PHYSICAL THERAPY? No, you don’t. Although we see many patients sent directly by their physician, in the state of Michigan, a licensed physical therapist may begin the physical therapy process by performing a full physical therapy evaluation. We will verify benefits for you so that you can get started right away.

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