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Regional_Chronic Headaches

Are You Experiencing Chronic Headaches or Migraines? MYOFASCIAL RELEASE CAN HELP YOU FIND RELIEF

If you are experiencing stiff or tight muscles in your neck, and/or if you are living with chronic headaches or migraines, myofascial release can help you find relief. This hands-on treatment helps with pain relief by easing the tension in your muscles. It is a form of massage performed by your physical therapist that focuses on specific pressure points, aimed at bringing the fascia back to its elastic form. If you’ve been noticing pain in your neck or head, and you think you could benefit from myofascial release, give our office at Regional Physical Therapy a call today. We would be happy to set up a consultation and discuss how our If you live with headaches or migraines, you know how painful and debilitating they can be. Attacks are usually characterized by painful throbbing or pulsing on one side of the head, which can also be accompanied by changes in vision, nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light, or sensitivity to sound. treatment services could benefit you! How does myofascial release help?

When the muscles around your neck become tight, your mobility of the affected area becomes restricted, and any movements you make can result in pain. Myofascial release reverses this sensation by loosening up the constricted area, thus promoting easier mobility and less pain. This targeted form of treatment has been known to relieve the pain of chronic headaches and migraines by massaging the tightened muscles around the head and neck. If you’ve sustained an injury to the neck or head that is causing your headaches, myofascial release can also help by massaging out the affected area, in order to loosen up the muscles and allow for a quicker healing process. These manual techniques not only help in reducing pain, but they also keep the head and neck moving the way they should. In fact, the manual and massaging properties of myofascial release have also been shown to help chronic headache and migraine sufferers sleep better and experience attacks less frequently.

You Don’t Need A Prescription! In the state of Oklahoma you can seek physical therapy first, without a physician referral, to get the help you need quickly! www.regionalpt.com

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HOW CAN I GET STARTED?

If you are experiencing neck pain and/or chronic headaches and you think you could benefit from myofascial release, give our office a call today. Scheduling an appointment is the first step in getting a new treatment added to your plan and finding relief for your debilitating aches and pains. At Regional Physical Therapy, our physical therapists will provide you with a thorough evaluation to determine the best ways in which our treatment methods will benefit you. We understand how inhibiting pain and stiffness can be, and we want to help get you back to comfortably living your life. Find relief today! Don’t let your chronic headaches and neck pain dictate your life! You can live comfortably once again and get back to your normal life with the help of our dedicated and highly experienced physical therapists at Regional Physical Therapy. Myofascial release can help you reclaim your life once again!

HEALTHY RECIPE: Grilled Zucchini with Parmesan

INGREDIENTS: • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper • ½ cup whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs • 2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated

• 1½ teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed • 1 teaspoon lemon zest • ¼ teaspoon salt • 2 large zucchini, halved lengthwise • Lemon wedges for serving

DIRECTIONS: Combine oil, garlic and crushed red pepper in a small skillet over low heat. Cook, stirring often, until the garlic is softened and light golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool for 5 minutes. Stir in panko, Parmesan, thyme, lemon zest and salt. Preheat grill to very high (at least 500°F). Oil the grill grates, using tongs to hold an oil-soaked paper towel. Place zucchini, cut-sides down, on the oiled grates; grill, uncovered, until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes per side. Flip the zucchini so they are cut-side up; spoon the panko mixture evenly on top. Grill, covered, until the topping is golden brown in spots, 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully transfer to a serving platter. Serve with lemon wedges.

DO YOU NEED AN MRI? Have pain or an injury? Skip the ER.

We may be able to help! Contact our clinic nearest you.

Many times there is a need for an MRI, but you are unable to have one for many reasons. If you have metal implants or claustrophobia then the MRI won’t work for you. Sometimes the cost for an MRI is just too much to handle. Some conditions can be evaluated by a special test called a Musculoskeletal Ultrasound or an MSKUS. Contact our clinic to see how an MSKUS can help you.

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The staff at Regional Physical Therapy is focused on keeping you healthy and our equipment and facilities clean. To prevent the spread of COVID-19, we want to also encourage our patients to help prevent the spread of coronavirus by: We're Staying Safe!

CLEANING HANDS OFTEN

AVOID TOUCHING YOUR FACE WITH UNWASHED HANDS

STAYING HOME IF YOU ARE SICK

Patient Success Story

“Before therapy I was having severe headaches daily. I could barely move my neck with it giving me pain and headaches. The headaches were exhausting. After 3-4 weeks of therapy, my headaches were far less extensive. I can turn my head and look over my shoulder without pain. I have been able to cut back on my pain medicines.” - LW

Exercise Essential

Helps relieve neck pain.

FORWARD NECK TUCK Sit with good posture then place one hand behind your head and slowly pull your head in the direction of your armpit. Hold for 15 seconds and repeat on each side as needed.

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