Understanding Stress, Neck Pain & Headaches

Understanding Stress, Neck Pain & Headaches

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Understanding Stress, Neck Pain & Headaches

Do you suffer from frequent neck aches, headaches and stress? Most people equate stress with high blood pressure, a heart attack or a stroke. But did you know headaches, dizziness, neck and shoulder pain often come from stress? Chronic headaches, usually accompanied by extreme fatigue are almost always a sign of stress. People literally live on Tylenol and Ibuprofen for years because they constantly have a nagging headache, induced by muscle spasms from the high amount of stress in their life. A concern with those who have frequent headaches, is a higher risk of depression and anxiety.

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The Cause Of Most Headaches

Headaches can range from minor nagging pains, to full- blown migraines that knock you off your feet for a day or two. Any headache, whether tremendous pain or not, should be a warning sign you are under a lot of stress. Prolonged stress can result in muscle tension changes, making you feel stiff, achy and painful in the neck or shoulders. One may feel pain in the shoulders, neck, upper back and even radiating out to the upper arms.

Most people who are under a great deal of stress complain about having neck and shoulder pain. The most intense pain usually lies directly in the back and upper sides of the neck. The pain then radiates into the shoulder area. This is why most people who are stressed treat themselves to frequent neck and shoulder massages. Real Relief While massages help to relieve some symptoms, physical therapy goes far beyond to evaluate and treat the root cause of your pain. Muscular tightness may lead to poor joint movement and weakness. Our physical therapy experts are trained in specialized hands-on treatments to quickly reduce your pain. Furthermore, enjoy the added benefits of improved motion, posture correction and preventing the problem from reoccurring. We train you in gentle exercises and self-help techniques to prevent the physical changes from prolonged stress. Regularly shedding your daily tensions throughmovement, physical therapy and physical activity can help you remain calm and clear in everything that you do, helping you live a happy, pain-free life.

Patient Success Spotlight

“I can hike up the mountains!”

“I have had a wonderful experience at OSMG! Eric, Bill, and each person at OSMG is professional, knowledgeable, kind and strives to treat the individual, not the injury. Before PT, I would usually sit “on the sideline” and watch my family or friends enjoy vacations and activities. Now I am a willing participant. I can hike up the mountains, crossing rough terrain, and keep up with my family. I can bike comfortably, paddle board and I’ve even run a 5K! I enjoy Zumba and dance classes with my friends now, and I feel like my options just continue to expand. I am VERY HAPPY with my experience!” - Lisa K.

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Staff Spotlight

DANNY FLYNN PT, LAT, DPT, ATC, CSCS Licensed Physical Therapist & Athletic Trainer

Danny is a Board Certified Athletic Trainer and a Licensed Physical Therapist. He attended the University of Central Florida where he received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Athletic Training and a Master Science Degree in Physical Therapy. He later received a Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of South Florida. Danny’s clinical interests include Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, Return to Play Decisions and Functional Testing.

TIPS TO AVOID PAIN WHILE AT THE COMPUTER

• Sit up tall. • Sit close to your keyboard. • Use wrist rests. • Position your monitor properly. • Take small breaks during your workday and move around. • Keep your monitor at eye level.

Exercise Essentials Try this simple exercise to keep you moving...

Helps Neck Pain

SCAPULAR RETRACTION

Stand tall, shoulders relaxed. Pull shoulder blades back and down. Don’t hunch your shoulders. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat 6 times.

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The above exercise is designed to be performed under the instruction of a licensed physical therapist

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Do You Have Friends or Family Unable to Do The Following? • Move without pain • Bend and move freely • Balance confidently and securely • Walk for long distances • Live an active and healthy lifestyle

If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Orlando Sports Medicine today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly for a FREE Pain or Injury Analysis.

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