Star: Live Without Neck Pain & Headaches

Star: Live Without Neck Pain & Headaches

December, 2017 NEWSLETTER

Maria received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2006 and has been with STAR since then, other than taking breaks to have 3 gorgeous kids with her husband Chris. “I love working with my patients and seeing the end result. It’s rewarding to watch them improve both physically and in their mood as they get back to normal. It’s great to watch them get their life back!” She specializes in Manual Therapy, Dry Needling and other Physical Therapy modalities. MARIA SENETTE, DPT Getting To Know The Star PT Staff INSIDE: • Live Without Neck Pain & Headaches • Healthy Recipe • Relieve Neck Pain In Minutes • Patient Success Spotlight

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NEWSLETTER December, 2017

LIVE WITHOUT NECK PAIN & HEADACHES “Look Forward To Fun Activities Without Pain!”

Neck Pain & Stress with Matt Slimming, PT, DPT

that the muscles around your spine and neck may be too tight and tense. Prolonged muscle tension may cause you to feel stiff and achy. You may feel pain in the shoulders, neck, upper back and even radiating out to the upper arms. Most people who have headaches complain about having neck and shoulder pain. This is why many people who have headaches treat themselves to seek frequent neck and shoulder massages. Relief That Works Physical therapygoesbeyondmassages toevaluate and treat the root cause of your pain. Muscular tightness may lead to poor joint movement and weakness. Our medical physical therapy experts are trained in specialized, hands-on treatments to quickly reduce your pain. Furthermore you can enjoy the added benefits of corrected posture and improved motion. We help to train you in gentle exercises and self-help techniques to relieve neck pain and headaches independently and prevent the problem from reoccurring. Physical therapy can help you to relieve the tightness and tension in your muscles, helping you live a happy, pain-free life.

CALL IN! Call for your FREE NECK PAIN & HEADACHE ANALYSIS Call in a clinic nearest you to schedule your first step out of pain today!

Dear Valued Client,

Do from frequent neck pain and headaches? People literally live on Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen for years because you suffer

Matt Slimming PT, DPT, Owner

they constantly have a nagging headache, induced by muscle spasms in the neck. Many people who suffer from frequent headaches fear they have an underlying neck problem that may go undiagnosed or untreated. If I am being completely honest, we love treating folks who have been having significant neck pain or headaches. We love it because we know we can make a big difference very quickly. 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

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WHAT YOU SHOULD FOCUS ON TO RELIEVE HEADACHES “Stop Stressing Over Your Headache!”

The neck can be a hidden and debilitating source of headaches. Very often neck pain and headaches go hand-in-hand, leading to a miserable time coping with everyday activities. According to the National Institute of Health Statistics neck pain and headaches are the second most common form of painexperiencedbyAmericans,with59% reporting itaffected theirenjoyment of life. Some headaches are often grouped under the term “cervicogenic headache” meaning that the primary source is from the neck. Therearewellmappedoutpatternsofheadaches thatcome from thedifferent parts of the neck, shoulder and upper back areas. The discs between your bones (vertebrae) and joints in the upper neck often contribute to headaches. Even headaches located in the forehead or behind the eyes are often referred pains stemming from problem areas in the neck and base of the skull. The joints connecting the top three vertebral levels of the neck handle almost 50% of the total motion of the entire neck. This means they absorb a lot of repetitive strain. These joints bear the main load of the weight of the head (about that of a bowling ball). With fatigue, poor posture, injuries, disc problems, arthritis, muscular stress and even prior surgeries, the wear and tear on this critical region of your body can prove too much, resulting in pain. It is also possible that you may develop a narrowing of the spinal canal itself. Since the spinal cord runs through the spine, a narrowing of the canal or where the nerves exit, can lead to a condition called spinal stenosis. There is much that can be done to treat neck pain and headaches. Our expert

physical therapists have years of experience helping people with neck pain and headaches. By finding the root cause of your neck pain and headaches we can relieve your pain quickly, reduce the need for medication and get you back to the activities you enjoy. Discover how our team of specialists at Star Physical Therapy can eliminate your neck pain and headaches allowing you to live a happy, active and pain- free life. Call today for more details!

Healthy Recipe

Have Fun: SUDOKU PUZZLE!

PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS INGREDIENTS

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• 3/4 cup white sugar • 1/4 cup vegetable oil • 2 eggs • 3/4 cup canned pumpkin • 1/4 cup water

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• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/4 teaspoon salt

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• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

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DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease and flour muffin pan or use paper liners. Mix sugar, oil, eggs. Add pumpkin and water. In separate bowl mix together the baking flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices and salt. Add wet mixture and stir in chocolate chips. Fill muffin cups 2/3 full with batter. Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes.

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Have You Met Your Insurance Deductible?

Hear What Our Patients Have to Say! Patient Success Spotlight

“After just 12 sessions I feel great!” Success Story: Evelyn M. “From my very first visit with Jeff I saw immediate results in my shoulder with almost 75% of pain subsiding after he stretched my neck, relieving pressure on the impinged nerve I had. After having been in pain for several weeks I had finally gotten the much needed

relief I was searching for. After every therapy session I noticed a change for the better in my symptoms, allowing me more mobility in my shoulder and neck and giving me the ability to sleep through the night, which I previously had trouble doing as a result of the pain I was in. After just 12 sessions I feel great and am in relief of all my symptoms! Thanks STAR!” All workshops occur at 10AM on Saturdays! Upcoming Back Pain & Sciatica Workshops

An insurance deductible is the amount of money that you must pay beforeyour insurancecompanypaysforyourmedicalservices. Ifyour 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. Ifyouareclose toorhavemetyour insurancedeductible for theyear, then now is the time to come in for PhysicalTherapy! Are you feeling aches and pains? Need to work on your core? Let us help you get a head start for 2018. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.

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Relieve Neck Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing neck pain.

MEASURING NECK STRENGTH To measure strength, we have invested in the very best computerized strength testing equipment available: The MedX Cervical Computerized Equipment.

4 8 9 1 6 9 5 7 6 8 8 5 6 9 CERVICAL RETRACTION Stand with your back against a wall. Position a rolled up towel behind your neck.Tuck chin like you are nodding ‘yes’. Draw your chin closer to the back of your throat. Repeat 3 times. Relieves Neck Pain www.simpleset.net

With this equipment we are able to measure your neck strength and motion and compare it to where your strength should be for the average healthy person. From there, the goal is to return that strength and flexibility to normal. We do this through specific exercises so that when we reassess your neck strength. We know from years of experience that when an individual’s neck strength approaches normal levels, their pain is markedly diminished or often completely gone. If you would like to see what percentage of normal neck strength you have, call us to schedule your Free Screen. We would be glad to determine what problems you have with your neck and perform a computerized neck strength test. If you would like for me to answer more specific questions about your neck, email me at [email protected] - Matt Slimming, Doctor of Physical Therapy

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CERTIFICATE FOR FREE EXAM In celebration of our 16th anniversary the Bearer of this Certificate is entitled to One Free Exam on Thursday, December 7th, 2017.

OFFICIAL RECIPIENT OF FREE EXAM DECEMBER 7TH

Please call the clinic nearest you by November 30th to schedule your Free Exam.

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A ONE DAY SPECIAL FOR ALL PRESENT & PAST PATIENTS OF STAR PHYSICAL THERAPY

The day of Free Exams will be on Thursday, December 7th The Free Exam consists of a 30 minute one-on-one appointment with the Physical Therapist of your choice. The PT will talk with you about the history of your problem. They will examine how you are moving and determine if your strength is sufficient. After this exam, they will provide you with a written copy of their analysis: 1. The cause of your pain or problem. 2. A plan for successful resolution of the problem. The appointments are free, but are limited as each PT only has 10 spots. Please contact the clinic nearest you to schedule your Free Exam. If you are having pain or problems with day-to-day activities such as walking, standing, sitting for long periods, going up or down steps, getting in and out of the car, sleeping or driving, then this is an excellent opportunity to see one of our world-class therapists and find out the cause of your problem. Contact the clinic nearest you to schedule your Free Exam for December 7th. Sincerely, Matt Slimming, Physical Therapist PS - As a special bonus, all people attending a Free Exam on December 7th will receive a free STAR PT T-shirt! • Low Back Pain • Arthritis • Sciatica • Neck Pain • Headaches • Shoulder Pain • Knee Pain • Problems walking The Free Exam is ideal for people suffering with:

Dear Valued Client, A few weeks ago you received a letter from us regarding a Day of Free Exams we are giving away to celebrate our 16th Anniversary!! We have not heard from you as of yet. Spots are filling up and I wanted to make sure YOU had an opportunity to reserve your spot. This is our BIG THANK YOU for allowing us to serve you. To thank you, our valued clients, we are having a day of completely Free Exams for: • All past patients • All present clients who have another problem currently not being treated • All loved ones, family, friends, neighbors and co-workers of our past and present patients If you are a past or present patient, then contact the clinic nearest you to schedule your Free Exam. Just to review:

If you are referring a friend or family member, give them the certificate included in this letter and have them call the clinic nearest them to schedule their Free Exam.

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NEW ORLEANS LAKEFRONT/GENTILLY 5043022500

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PLEASE CONTACT THE CLINIC NEAREST YOU TO SCHEDULE YOUR FREE EXAM!