Marathon PT: Back Pain And Difficulty Walking

Marathon PT: Back Pain And Difficulty Walking

Marathon Monthly October 2018 Physical Therapy

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Does going for a walk sound like a big pain in the back? For those who struggle with chronic back pain, even the basic task of going for a walk can be overwhelming and painful. Back pain can strike at any time. Whether in the upper back, surrounding the neck and shoulders, or in the lower back at the lumbar or sciatica, back pain is something that no one likes to deal with for too long. Relying on pain medications to help you overcome back pain will leave you disappointed. While pain medications are frequently helpful at alleviating the discomfort of your back pain for a short period of time, they are not capable of resolving the issue that is causing your pain to develop in the first place. The only thing that can actually fix your back pain is addressing the issue that is causing your pain head on. Physical therapy is a great resource for addressing your back pain and can be a helpful tool in getting you back on your feet. So, whether it is following a sudden injury or a chronic issue that has developed over time, physical therapy could be the answer to helping you enjoy lifefreeofbackpain.And thesecret tosuccess is learning toapproach

rely heavily on your ability to walk. When your back pain begins to interfere with your ability to move around freely, then you know it is time to start doing something about it. Conveniently, walking is more than a goal when it comes to back pain, it could be part of the solution. Working with a physical therapist to develop improved strategies and techniques with your walking could help you to get back on your feet even sooner than you thought possible. What’s more, for those who are able to walk, getting on your feet more often with targeted exercisescouldhelpyoufindrelieffrombackpainevensoonerthanexpected. Look inside to learn more about our programs and say good-bye to that aching back pain!

Welcome, Olivia! Negin & her family welcomed the birth of her daughter, Olivia Soroor, on August 3rd. She is the newest member of our Marathon Physical Therapy Family!

recovery one step at a time. Walking your Way Pain Free

Walking is a great form of exercise, but more than that, it is a necessity of life. When you can’t walk, even basic tasks become complicated. Getting out of bed in the morning, getting to and from work, moving your way around the office, and even spending time with family on the weekends all

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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 Do You Have Friends Or Family Unable To Do The Following:

“Before physical therapy, I struggled with walking, running, and moving. Before coming to Marathon Physical Therapy, I used to take pills to feel better. But now I can walk. I am very happy that I can walk, stand, and that I don’t have a lot of pain. I want to thank all of the therapists at Marathon Physical Therapy in helping me to feel better. Thank you very much.” “Now I Can Walk!”

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