Limitless PTS: Neck Pain and Headaches

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THE HEADACHE AND NECK PAIN CONNECTION

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Headaches have a bad habit of making their appearance at the most inconvenient times. The middle of the workday, early in the evening when you have hours of responsibilities ahead of you, or even first thing in the morning when you are trying to pay attention to your morning meeting — headaches don’t care how important the work ahead of you is. When they start, they are hard to stop. (continued inside)

INSIDE : • The Headache And Neck Pain Connection • The Problem With Your Posture

• Exercise Of The Month • Patient - Client Success Story

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THE NEWSLETTER ABOUT YOUR HEALTH AND CARING FOR YOUR BODY

THE HEADACHE AND NECK PAIN CONNECTION

AN ALL NEW HEADACHE & NECK PAIN FREE SCREEN EVENT!

DETAILS INSIDE

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INSIDE : • The Problem With Your Posture • Patient - Client Success Story

• Exercise Of The Month • Have You Met Your Annual Insurance Deductible?

to identify. Sometimes it is a bad habit that you don’t really think twice about, like your habit of watching TV as you fall asleep, keeping your neck at an odd angle as you rest for the evening, or maybe as a result of your posture as you type at your desk every day, hunched over at the shoulders with your neck catching the brunt of your slouch. These poor habits are common, and most of us consider them to be harmless. Sure, you know it isn’t great for you, but what is actually going to happen? It’s a lot easier to slouch as you type, and who doesn’t want to catch a few late-night laughs as they fall asleep? But the reality is that these seemingly irrelevant habits could be putting undue stress on your neck, and if you aren’t careful, this could translate to regular and uncomfortable headaches that are difficult to get rid of. If you suffer from headaches and neck pain, you still have options. Call TODAY to schedule with Limitless Physical Therapy Specialists!

There are all sorts of reasons why headaches may develop. From environmental factors like weather changes and exposure to certain perfumes or other scents, to stress and allergies, headaches happen to the best of us. However, there are some headaches that may be a bit more predictable than others. Factors like your posture, the type of mattress you sleep on, the pillow you use, or even the desk chair you sit in at work can all impact your risk for experiencing regular headaches because of the intricate network of nerves and muscles in your neck. When Neck Pain Leads to Headaches The majority of the time, neck pain starts out as a seemingly small concern. A crick in your neck here or there may start to develop more frequently, and before you know it, your experience of neck pain is something you are dealing with daily. It isn’t always the result of something large. While being in a car accident or experiencing another sort of injury can definitely lead to chronic neck pain, the cause of the issue isn’t always as simple

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UPPER TRAPEZIUS STRETCH Make sure the hand of the side being stretched is tucked behind your body. Slowly bring your ear to the opposite shoulder and your chin towards your chest. Now look slightly over the shoulder being stretched. Relieves Neck Pain www.simpleset.net EXERCISE OF THE MONTH Try this movement if you are experiencing neck pain

The Problem With Your Posture

Working with a physical therapist can help you to identify whether or not your headaches may be the result of neck pain or strain. One of the most common causes of headaches due to neck pain is forward head position. Forward head position means that when you are resting your head, you are continuing to hold your head slightly forward, which is a type of slouching position. You can identify whether or not you have a forward head position by standing straight against the wall and determining whether or not your head rests against the wall as your back does. If your head does not touch the wall when you are standing straight, then you aren’t fully standing up straight! As years go by and day after day you continue to hold your head in this forward position, you can start to experience pain as a result of strain in the muscles of the neck. When this is an issue, working with a physical therapist may be able to help. Stretching the muscles in your neck to alleviate neck strain can reduce the severity and regularity of your headaches. Stretching the muscles that have grown tight along the back of your neck as well as those along the shoulders can help you find relief from the tension that is causing your pain. When dealing with neck pain, it is important to remember that safety has to come first. While there are many simple activities you can try at home to begin stretching your neck muscles, working with a physical therapist is the only way to ensure that you are stretching in a way that won’t potentially lead to greater injury. For more information, contact us today!

Thanksgiving Cabbage Creole HEALTHY RECIPE

INGREDIENTS: •1lb ground beef •1 medium onion •1 medium green pepper •1 medium cabbage •1 (10 ounce) can Rotel tomatoes and green chilies •1 (10 ounce) can cheddar cheese soup •Salt and pepper

INSTRUCTIONS: Chop the onion and green pepper. Slice the cabbage. In a large pan, brown the ground beef with the onions and peppers. Drain and remove from pan. Put the sliced cabbage in the pan; add the Rotel tomatoes. Cook on medium heat until cabbage is tender. Add the meat mixture to the cabbage and stir well. Stir in the cheese soup until well blended. Cover and cook over low heat for at least 1 and half hours, maybe longer. Add salt and pepper to taste.

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HAVE YOU MET YOUR ANNUAL INSURANCE DEDUCTIBLE?

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 2020. Contact us today to schedule your appointment with Limitless Physical Therapy Specialists!

Stephanie came to us following several weeks of neck pain, jaw pain, and headaches that made it difficult to turn her head, to sleep, and to do her job without significant pain. She also had been struggling for over a year with low back pain that made it very challenging to pick up her sons, and to squat and deadlift in the gym. After trying many other treatments, she found her way to us and is now pain free and lifting her boys and weights again with no trouble!

Wishing You A Happy Thanksgiving!

Attention Headache & Neck Pain Sufferers!

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• Do you suffer with headaches or neck pain throughout your day? • Is it difficult for you to get things done because of this pain?

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We want to take the time to give a sincere THANK YOU for choosing Limitless Physical Therapy Specialists for your physical therapy and rehab needs. We appreciate each and every one of you! FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS, HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Call us today to schedule an appointment at our FREE Headache & Neck Pain Screening Event! THURSDAY, NOV. 21ST 7:30 - 5:30