Cornerstone PT. Neck Pain & Stress

Cornerstone PT. Neck Pain & Stress

HOW RELIEVING STRESS CAN HELP YOU WALK AWAY FROM NECK PAIN RELAX & MOVE FORWARD

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INSIDE: Relax & Move Forward • How Physical Therapy Can Help Neck Pain • What Patients Are Saying Exercise Essentials • Healthy Recipe

HOW REL I EV ING STRESS CAN HELP YOU WALK AWAY FROM NECK PAIN RELAX & MOVE FORWARD

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. 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. Call Cornerstone Physical Therapy today and we can help you find the source of your neck pain and guide you along the way to achieve greater health.

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 • Headaches • 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

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 stretch, 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 HOW PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN HELP NECK PAIN

considered, custom-tailored neck exercises will assure your neck stays loose, limber and healthy. 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. Sources: spine-health.com/blog/how-relieve-neck-pain-caused- stress everydayhealth.com/neck-pain/neck-pain-reduce- stress.aspx

ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHT0027055/ medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000802.htm newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/most-neck- pain-improves-with-self-care-time/ mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/neck-pain/ symptoms-causes/syc-20375581 Call us today to learn more about how our services might benefit you. We will help you get moving and take a step toward a pain-free life.

TAST Y REC I PE PUMPKIN BREAD WITH CHOCOLATE CHIPS

• 1/2 tsp ginger powder • 1/4 tsp nutmeg powder • 3 eggs • 1/4 cup coconut oil • 1 cup pumpkin puree (fresh or canned) • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Ingredients • 1 1/4 cup blanched almond flour • 1/4 cup tapioca or arrowroot flour • 2 tbsp coconut flour • 1 tsp baking soda • 3/4 tsp unrefined salt • 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder

Directions Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease a 9 inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together wet ingredients. Pour wet into dry. Mix until well incorporated. Fold in chocolate chips and pour into prepared loaf pan. Scatter extra chips on top. Bake for 50-55 minutes, until top is golden, the center is set, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow bread to cool in pan for about 15 minutes before turning out on a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving. Recipe Courtesy: savorylotus.com/pumpkin-chocolate-chip-bread-gluten-free

• 1/3 cup coconut sugar • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

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Keep up with your physical therapy exercises to relieve pain and prevent further injuries. If your pain doesn’t subside, consult with your therapist about what other things might be causing pain. Call Cornerstone Physical Therapy for a complimentary injury consultation. We will guide you so you can get back to the activities you love. HAS YOUR PA I N COME BACK? 1 2 3 ORTHOPEDIC CARE • Strains/Sprains • Neck & Head Aches • Low Back/Spine Conditions • Arthritis/DJD • Tendonitis • Surgical Repairs/Reconstruction • Manual Therapy ONCOLOGY REHAB • Cancer Related Fatigue • Post-mastectomy Pain • Neuropathy (including balance and coordination) • Lymphedema • Surgical or treatment-related recovery SPORTS MEDICINE • Injury Assessment, Treatment, Education & Prevention • Knee, Shoulder, Foot and Ankle Rehab • Overhead Athlete (Throwing Injuries) • Sports Performance Enhancement

WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING “95-100% pain-free by the completion of my therapy.” I went from excruciating pain and numbness in my neck, left shoulder, arm, and hand to having no numbness and being 95-100% pain-free by the completion of my therapy. Thank you, Ashley, for your patience and guidance through this terribly painful time, and for teaching me the exercises I can do at home, so that I can work on keeping the problems from returning.” - Tammy B. HELP US WELCOME JOSEPH GABLE , DPT Joe is a license physical therapist at Cornerstone Physical Therapy’s Lancaster location. He graduated from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and Kent State University with a Bachelors degree in Exercise Physiology. Joe is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), and is current McKenzie A certified in treating low back pain. Joe believes the therapeutic process should focus on patient education regarding their diagnosis, and using evidence-based research to achieve an optimal rehabilitative outcome. Joe’s hobbies include hiking, reading, and spending time with friends and family.

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