How Physical Therapy Treats Back Pain

How Physical Therapy Treats Back Pain

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HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY TREATS BACK PAIN Millions of Americans each year suffer from debilitating back pain that affects their quality of life. Learn how to treat and relieve your back pain with physical therapy, thus reducing the chance of surgery. and education program to get you back to what YOU want to do, which is the whole point right?

A physical therapist can help you move better with less pain. A physical therapist can help speed your recovery by giving you the tools to be successful. We don’t just treat your symptoms. We want to empower you to be able to prevent your pain from returning, to keep you healthy for the long run. Call us today to setup a complimentary consultation and see just how well your back can feel with physical therapy!

What does a physical therapist do and how can they help with low back pain? Whether you are having trouble getting out of bed, picking up your kids, putting on your socks and shoes, or avoiding your favorite sports or leisure activity, PT can help. We spend one on one time with you on each visit using hands on techniques that get the joints, muscles and nerves moving again. We also design and have you complete a comprehensive exercise

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WORKING WELLNESS TIPS TO PREVENT BACK PAIN

• If you need glasses for reading, you may need to have a special pair for use at your computer to avoid tipping your head backward to see through bi-focals or other types of reading glasses. Your chair should have the following: • Wheels (5 for better mobility) • The ability to twist freely on its base • Adjustable height • Adjustable arm rests that will allow you to sit close to your desk • Lumbar support • Seat base that adjusts to a comfortable angle and allows you to sit up straight The position of the keyboard is critical: • The keyboard should be at a height that allows you to have your forearms slightly below a horizontal line—or your elbows at slightly more than a 90 degree angle. • You should be able to slide your knees under the keyboard tray or desk. • Avoid reaching for the keyboard by extending your arms or raising your shoulders. • Try to avoid having the keyboard on top of your desk. That is too high for almost everyone—unless you can raise your seat. • The elbow angle is the best test of keyboard position.

Working at a computer work station all day can take a toll on the body. Repetitive activities and lack of mobility can contribute to aches, pains, and eventual injuries. Sitting at a desk while using the keyboard for hours on a day to day basis can result in poor circulation to joints and muscles, it can also create an imbalance in strength and flexibility of certain muscles, and muscle strain. These issues can be easily remedied by taking frequent short breaks, or “micro breaks,” throughout your day. Get out of your chair several times a day and move around—even for 30 seconds Roll your shoulders backwards Turn your head side to side Stretch out your forearms and your legs Additionally, specific guidelines for your work station can help maximize your comfort and safety. The position of your computer monitor is important: • The monitor should be directly in front of you. • The top of the monitor should be at your eye level, and at a distance where you can see it clearly without squinting, or leaning forward or backward.

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I can move my back and shoulders better! “Before I came to therapy I had a pain in my neck and shoulders that hurt when lifting things or putting my head down. I came and worked with everyone at Teton Therapy and now I can move my back and shoulders a lot better and I’m not having pain or the bad headaches like I was before coming.” - T.D. These guys rock! “I feel better than when I first came in. These guys rock! Very helpful and give great at home exercises to do.” - J.G. Patient Results

We can help you: Discover Pain Relief

• Decrease your pain • Eliminate pain while sitting • Improve stiffness

• Increase your flexibility • Improve your health • Get back to living

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Do You Suffer With Any of The Following Symptoms? Attention Back Pain Sufferers Over The Age of 31?

Pain when driving > 30 mins Radiating pain to buttocks Pain when trying to sleep

Pain while bending or reaching Difficulty standing for > 20 mins Soreness after sitting awhile

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It’s No Deductible Season!

At the end of the year, many patients have met most, if not all, their insurance plan’s deductible. Patients with family plans or those who have had major surgeries or have a chronic illness are especially likely to have a $0 balance remaining on their out- of-pocket expenses. This means that the cost of physical therapy could be minimal

or completely covered by the patient’s insurance plan. Our billing team is always happy to to help patients with their insurance plans. If they have any questions, have them give us a call! We offer free consultations and same day appointments!

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PRACTICE NEWS

Teton Therapy is now offering dry needling for back pain. If you are suffering from chronic back pain, contact a facility near you to seek dry needling treatment today! Teton Now Offers Dry Needling!

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