Premiere Therapy: Neck Pain And Stress

NEWS LE T T ER IS STRESS CAUSING YOU NECK PAIN? YOU DON’ T NEED TO SUFFER ANY LONGER

INSIDE :

• Is Stress Causing You Neck Pain? • How Physical Therapy Can Help

• Patient Success Spotlight • Relieve Neck Pain In Minutes

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NEWS LE T T ER

IS STRESS CAUSING YOUR NECK PAIN? YOU DON’ T NEED TO SUFFER ANY LONGER

INSIDE :

• How Physical Therapy Can Help Your Neck Pain • Patient Success Spotlight

• Relieve Neck Pain In Minutes • Healthy Recipe

Causes Of Stress-Related Neck Pain While stress alone can trigger neck pain, a few factors can make it worse. Office environments tend to create neck pain problems — as they confine people to chairs, bad posture and little mobility. Driving often, too, can make your chances of stress-related neck pain higher. The U.S. National Library of Medicine suggests contacting a professional if you’re experiencing neck pain. Even if it’s caused by stress, untreated neck pain might later reveal muscle spasms, arthritis, bulging discs or even narrowed spinal nerve openings.

Does your neck hurt? You might be suffering from stress-related pain — also called a tension headache. During anxiety, muscles tense up. As muscle tension tightens, the back, shoulders and neck are affected. The more pressure they cause, the more discomfort you get. Let’s take

a closer look at stress-related neck pain. Is My Neck Pain Caused By Stress?

Pain worsened by keeping your head in one place — like when you’re driving, or using a computer — is neck pain. While neck pain has a slew of symptoms, its major symptoms, reported by Mayo Clinic, are: • Muscle tightness and spasms • Headache • Decreased ability to move the head Stress-induced neck pain isn’t rare. It also isn’t psychological. Many experts think stress-induced neck pain is caused by physical factors—  low, but constant, trapezius muscle activity. If your neck pain starts at the base of your shoulders, traveling upward, it may be stress related.

Sources https://www.spine-health.com/blog/how-relieve-neck-pain-caused-stress https://www.everydayhealth.com/neck-pain/neck-pain-reduce-stress.aspx https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHT0027055/ https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000802.htm

https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/most-neck-pain-improves-with-self-care-time/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/neck-pain/symptoms-causes/syc-20375581

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How Physical Therapy Can Help Your Neck Pain

If you’re dealing with neck pain, you’re not alone. Call our office today, and schedule an assessment. Even if your neck pain is caused by stress, it still needs attention. We’ll work side by side with your goals, creating the proactive, effective programs you need to achieve mobility once more. If you are suffering from neck pain, call us today to learn how we can eliminate your pain and put a spring back in your step!

Neck pain, fortunately, can be alleviated with physical therapy. Because neck pain is often caused by activity, different activity can cure it. Sometimes, this “activity” means “no activity.” Before you contact a professional, try reducing your neck movements. Sometimes, simply letting your neck muscles relax is enough. If you don’t see relief within two weeks, contact a professional. Physical therapists can target your pain’s source by examining your symptoms. Then, they can offer exercises that stress, flex and relax your neck muscles. In time, your neck will become more resilient — giving you the comfort you deserve. Where after-care treatment is considered, custom-tailored neck exercises will assure your neck stays loose, limber and healthy.

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Relieve Neck Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing hip pain.

Turkey Meatballs

Ingredients • 1 lb ground turkey • 1 large egg, beaten • 1/4 cup shaved parmesan

Relieves Neck Pain

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• 1 tsp garlic powder • 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp basil • 1 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper • 1 (24 oz) jar red pasta sauce • 1/2 lb whole grain spaghetti

Directions Preheat broiler on high for 5 minutes. Combine all meatball ingredients in large bowl. Use your hands to mix the ingredients. Use a 1.5 tablespoon cookie scoop to scoop 18 meatballs onto a rimmed cookie sheet. Broil on top rack for 5 minutes. In a large skillet, bring pasta sauce to a low simmer. Add in cooked meatballs and simmer together for 5-10 minutes or until meatballs are completely cooked through. Serve with your choice of pasta, fresh basil, more parmesan and enjoy!

Cervical Retraction Stand with your back against a wall. Position a rolled up towel behind your neck. Tuck chin like you are nodding ‘yes’. Draw your chin closer to the back of your throat. Repeat 3 times.

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Patient Success Spotlight

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 know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Premier Therapy Centers today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly to schedule an appointment.

“Physical therapy works!!” Thank you so, so much for your expertise, professionalism, and encouragement. Physical therapy works!! I was very impressed with how Premier functions- Everyone knows their role, and it’s obvious that the staff are well-trained. I was happy that my goals were met! - Ellen K. Discover How To Live Pain Free! At Premier Therapy Centers, you will receive hands-on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health experts during focused and individualized sessions.

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Workshops at Premier

Sciatica & Lower Back Pain: 3 Simple Steps to Quick And Natural Healing

1. CALL AND TALK TO YOUR THERAPIST

2. DISCOVER WHY YOUR PAIN HAS COME BACK

Saturday, February 2nd 10:00 am @ West Bloomfield Location

3. GET YOUR CUSTOM RECOVERY PROGRAM

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33010 Northwestern Highway, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322. Call 248-538-5165 to register.

Premier Therapy Centers is celebrating our 15 year anniversary this year! We look forward to continuing to help you get back to better again