Premier Therapy. Understanding Herniated Discs

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Understanding HERNIATED DISCS

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Understanding HERNIATED DISCS

Backpaincandevelopforallsortsofreasons.Fromacaraccidenttobadposture, to an uncomfortable seat for a prolonged period of time, back pain can come out of nowhere and cause no small amount of discomfort once it arrives. There are some back injuries, however, that are even more painful than your run- of-the-millbackpain.Aherniateddisc isoneof themostpainfulback injuries that you can experience, and it is far more common than you may be initially aware. WHAT IS A HERNIATED DISC? Your spine is made up of a series of interlocking bones with small cushions in- betweeneach jointsocket.Thestructureofyourspine iswhatallowsyou tomove freely fromside toside.Every timeyoucrunchyourabdomenbybending forward, or lean toonesideoranother foradeepstretch, those littlevertebralbodiesmove with you, keeping you comfortable and your back strong. Without cushioning in between each of those sockets, the bones would rub against one another with every movement, and this would be incredibly painful. When a disc becomes herniated, the cushioning in between the vertebrae will rupture,essentiallydeflating thecushioning inbetween thevertebraeandcausing the bones to begin to rub against one another. This is painful enough as it is, but can become even more painful if the herniated disc actually begins to press on the adjacent spinal nerves, causing the pain to spread even further up the spine.

Themostcommonplacementforaherniateddisc isatthe lumbarvertebrae inthe lowerback.While it isnottheonlyreasonthatpaincanbecomesevere inthe lower back, it isdefinitelyoneof themostsevere formsofbackpain. Ifyoususpect that you may have experienced a herniated disc it is important that you seek medical attention,suchasfromyourphysical therapist.Aherniateddiscwillnothealon its own, and working with a physical therapist is one of the best ways to experience relief from the pain associated with this common concern. HOW DOES THIS HAPPEN? Thevertebrae inthespinearestackedcloselytogether,withonlyasmallamountof spaceforthediscs inbetweeneachbone.Adisccanbecomeherniatedasaresultof injury,caraccident,orevensimplyfromoveruse.Oneofthemostcommoncauses of a herniated disc is heavy lifting. Weight lifters have to be especially wary not to suddenly lift something too heavy, otherwise risk experiencing a slipped disc. But experiencedgym-goersarenottheonlyonesatrisk.Everytimeyouattempttomove a piece of furniture, a heavy box, or even a big bag of books you need to be wary to liftcorrectly,otherwiseface theriskofpotentiallyherniatingadisc inyourback. Learn more about how you can naturally relieve arthritis pain, visit our website at premiertherapycenters.com or call the clinic nearest you today!

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Treatment For Herniated Discs

Pain associated with a herniated disc often develops in the sciatica nerve, and doesn’t subside with simple rest and relaxation. While hot and cold therapy will helpalleviate thepainassociatedwithmanydifferentback issues, itwon’tmake the pain of a herniated disc go away. The pain is often frequently associated with numbness, weakness, and tingling in the legs. In many situations, the pain will feelmoresevereafter initialmovement,suchasstandingupor layingdown. Many people mistakenly refer to having a herniated disc as having “pinched a nerve,” but that is not the case. Physical therapy is a great resource for attempting to overcome the pain associatedwithaherniateddisc.Acombinationofpassiveandactive techniques is typically employed, including deep tissue massage, electrical stimulation, and hydrotherapy, as well as deep stretching and strength building. If you suspect that you may have a herniated disc, contact a physical therapist right away. Attempting to engage in therapy at home could lead to further injury. It is best to have an experienced therapist assess your injury before attempting any treatment options. Ifyou thinkyoumaybesuffering fromaherniateddisc,contactPremierTherapy Center today and schedule your consultation today!

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Relieve Back Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing back pain.

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Oatmeal

• cooking spray, INGREDIENTS

Relieves Back Pain

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• 1 cup pumpkin • 3 tbsp maple syrup • 1 tsp vanilla • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice • 1/2 tsp cinnamon • ¼ tsp salt

butter or coconut oil

• 1 cup steel-cut oats • 2½ cups water • 1½ cups

unsweetened almond milk

DIRECTIONS Coat your slow cooker with cooking spray, butter or coconut oil. Add all the ingredients into slow cooker and mix well. Cook on low for 6-8 hours. If you have a programmable slow cooker, set it to cook on low for 7 hours and then switch to warm. In the morning, give the oats a good stir as the oats will settle to the bottom. Portion into a bowl to serve and top with pecans, maple syrup and almond milk. Source: https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/slow-cooker-pumpkin-pie-oatmeal

Four Point Trunk Flexion & Extension Start on hands and knees. Arch your back up to the ceiling as high as you comfortably can, and hold. Then, arch your back the opposite direction as low as you comfortably can, and hold. Repeat 6-10 times.

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Who Do You Know That Needs Our Help?

� Move without pain � Bend and move freely � Balance confidently & securely

� Sit for long periods comfortably � Walk for long distances � Live an active and healthy lifestyle

“If you need physical therapy, go to Premier!” “One of the best clinics in metro Detroit.The Premier team are tremendously well-educated, cutting-edge, smart and compassionate. They care about patient results and helping you get back to normal life quickly. It’s clear they care about getting the best results, and they will give you advice and exercises to do at home along with the work you do in the clinic. If you need physical therapy, go to Premier!” - N.E.

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