ProClinix.Is back pain holding you back

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BACK PAIN can hinder your day-to-day activities. Left untreated, it can even lead to long-term joint, spine and nerve damage. As one of the most common physical complaints, over 80 percent of the U.S. population will suffer from it at some point in their lifetime. The pain itself can hinder your ability to reach, lean, kneel, lift or bend. It can also hinder your time spent with friends and family. Direct pain aside, minor aches and cramps associated with a back pain problem can make you irritable—ruining your good time. WHAT CAUSES BACK PAIN? A few things cause back pain. The American Physical Therapy Association covers each of these, but the following are leading causes: • Spinal and core muscle weaknesses • Bad posture • Spinal muscle and tissue damage • Improper lifting form • Limited hip, spine and thigh muscle flexibility • Bad abdominal, pelvic and back muscle coordination GET BACK IN ACTION! I S BACK PA I N S LOWI NG YOU DOWN? ON

Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t seek treatment when back pain arises. Before they know it, they have a big problem. They might assume nothing— except for medication—can solve their back pain problem. Medication might mask the pain, but it won’t cure the problem’s root cause. BACK PAIN SOLUTIONS You’re in luck: Back pain can be treated! The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke covers a number of back pain remedies. These include the use of strength exercise, physical therapy, chiropractic, acupuncture, massage, andmedication. Where medication is considered, anti-inflammatory drugs, analgesic medications and counter-irritants are the most popular. Before you can treat your back pain, however, you need to know why it started. Whether you’ve tweaked a muscle or have a deeper injury, a spine specialist can help.

We can make your back pain a thing of the past! If you’re ready to start feeling better, call us today at (914) 202-0700 or visit us online at www.proclinix.com !

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S A V E M O N E Y , F E E L B E T T E R ! HAVE YOU MET YOUR ANNUAL I NSURANCE DEDUCT I BLE YET? An insurance deductible is the amount of money that you must pay before your insurance company pays for your medical services. If your deductible is met, your Physical Therapy may not cost you anything. 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. If you are close to or have met your insurance deductible for the year, then now is the time to come in for physical therapy! Are you feeling aches and pains? Need to work on your core? Let us help you get a head start for 2021. Contact us today to schedule your appointment! Call us at (914) 202-0700 or visit us online at www.proclinix.com. “Such a great practice! Dr. Elan has helped me so much with my back issues and I always have such a pleasant experience whenever I go into the office. Definitely would recommend using ProClinix!” —J.H. HEAR WHY OUR PATIENTS LOVE US!

LOWER BACK PAIN AND PHYSICAL THERAPY Pictured above: Dr. Ivana (Monserrate) Vargas, DC Chiropractor in Armonk Physical therapy is a great resource for lower back pain because it addresses the cause of the pain, rather than simply attempting to hide the symptoms. Working with a physical therapist can help you to experience improved range of motion, to restore strength to muscles in your lower back that may have experienced atrophy through lack of use, and also reduce tension in your lower back muscles through targeted massage. When working with a physical therapist, you may also be guided through different lifestyle changes that you can make that can help you begin to overcome your back pain with everyday activities. This can include: • Making changes to the type of shoes that you wear so that your back is getting more support with every step. Sometimes, using special insoles can significantly improve your back pain. • Adjusting your sleeping habits, or perhaps investing in a new mattress so that your back has more support at night. • Using more lumbar support at work or on your commute by using a special chair or chair cover. Lower back pain is a pain in the butt, but you don’t need to deal with it any longer. Reach out to your physical therapist, chiropractor, or acupuncturist for information and support overcoming lower back pain, and finally find long-term relief.

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Let us help you live a more full life! Call us today at (914) 202-0700 or visit our website at www.proclinix.com to book your appointment today! At ProClinix Sports Therapy, we offer a wide range of services to be sure that your needs are met! Our services include: • Telehealth • Home PT • Acupuncture • Chiropractic services • Massage Therapy • And more! P R O C L I N I X I S H E R E F O R Y O U !

Acupuncture is an important part of our practice’s focus on overall health and wellness. Acupuncture services are offered at our Armonk and Pleasantville locations with Andrea Gurciullo, L.Ac., MTOM. Andrea Gurciullo one of America’s top female Acupuncturists who has been an expert in the field of Acupuncture and herbs for over 20 years. Her expertise includes sports medicine, anxiety/depression, infertility and pain management. Acupuncture can be used to help:

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Acupuncture, is a comprehensive medical system that can address health concerns on it’s own. To find out how acupuncture can help you, call us today!

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