Superior PT_Relieving Neck Pain

Superior PT_Relieving Neck Pain

FIND RELIEF FROM NECK PAIN

AUGUST 2020

INSIDE: • EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS OF STRETCHING • FEATURED TREATMENT: ULTRASOUND GUIDED DRY NEEDLING

FINDING RELIEF FROM NECK PAIN

Neck pain can be both debilitating and terrifying. When you experience an injury that leaves your neck in severe pain, the thought of not being able to freely turn your head is overwhelmingly stressful. What’s more, the pain itself is unbearable, and since the neck is so sensitive to injury, it is important to be as careful as possible in finding treatment and solutions for the pain. It is incredible to realize how common neck pain is — especially among American adults! More than two-thirds of U.S. adults will develop neck pain at least once in their life, and the reasons for the neck pain are as varied as the population of the nation itself. Injury, muscle strain and even stress can cause significant pain in the neck and upper back. If you aren’t careful, a neck injury can lead to chronic pain, and it is even possible for chronic headaches like migraines to develop as a result of regular neck pain. There are a lot of different ways that you can relieve neck pain, but the best treatment for your personal needs depends entirely on the type of injury that you’ve experienced. Here is a quick breakdown of what could be going on to cause your neck pain: If your pain is developing gradually over time and is not the result of any particular injury that comes to mind, then it may be a result of degenerative disc disease. When this develops, you may experience chronic neck pain as a result of fluid-filled sacs that are becoming weakened over time as a result of stress and strain. Physical therapy can help alleviate the pain from degenerative disc disease by helping

restore blood circulation and improve range of motion in the neck. This therapy is approached in a careful and deliberate way so as to not cause further pain in the neck region. Sometimes, neck pain develops after a particular injury, such as due to accident or even as a result of a car accident or a slip and fall accident. When this happens, your pain could be a result of a muscle strain or sprain. When this is the case, then using traditional methods like hot and cold therapy and targeted physical therapy treatment can do a lot of good to alleviate the pain. However, attempting exercises on your own could also result in further pain. In some cases, mechanical neck pain can develop as a result of a change in the neck joints. This may develop as a result of a disc collapsing, which causes the space between the bones to become narrow, often causing bones to strike one another, resulting in pain. When this isn’t addressed, mechanical neck pain can spread, causing the pain to become more severe and covering a wider range of the neck. These are just some of the frequent causes of neck pain. It is important that you never assume that your neck pain is being caused by one or another of these issues, and that you instead always work with a licensed and experienced physical therapist to determine the precise cause of your pain and discomfort. For more support in finding relief from neck pain, talk to your physical therapist.

Do you feel the need for a natural solution to your pain? Call us or visit us at www.superiorphysicaltherapy.org

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WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING “I am absolutely PAIN FREE! ” “I suffered with shoulder pain for over two years. Six weeks ago I finally decided to do something about it. I do not regret walking through the Superior Physical Therapy door. Jeremy is an outstanding PT. He took time to get to know me and my pain. He would research outside of work to what more we could do. I am absolutely PAIN FREE! Thank you, Jeremy!” - M.E. J EREMY J ENK I NS , DPT Jeremy lived inmany places in his childhood, but calls Declo, Idaho home. He earned his Bachelor’s degree at Utah State University and completed hisDoctorate of Physical Therapy at RockyMountain University of Health Professions. Jeremy served an LDSmission in Australia and returned home to marry his high school sweetheart Sydney. They have two energetic boys, Griffin andNash, with another baby on the way. Both Jeremy and Sydney played basketball at the collegiate level, and they lovemost major sports. Jeremy became interested in physical therapy as a patient throughout his sports career and finds joy in helping others return to the sports and activities they love.

EXERCISE ESSENTIALS T RY T H I S MOV EMENT TO R E L I E V E NE CK PA I N . CHIN TUCK SUPINE Lie with roll under neck. Without lifting head, tuck chin gently. Keep the large muscles in the neck relaxed. Helps decrease neck pain. Dry Needling is a cost effective and efficient technique for the treatment of pain and discomfort. A micro needle is inserted into muscles, ligaments, and tendons to decrease muscle tension, increase mobility, and reduce pain. Our Physical Therapists are trained to do Ultrasound Guided Dry Needling to target your pain and ensure the most effective treatment.

Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.

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PHYSICAL THERAPY What Can Physical Therapy Do For You? • Decrease or eliminate pain • Improve balance, coordination & muscle strength • Restore normal movement for standing, walking, running • Provide an alternative to surgery & prescription drugs • Prevent injury • Improve breathing, cardiovascular function & endurance • Augment recovery from surgery, illness, or disability • Reduce swelling and inflammation • Optimize physical activity & sports performance • Strength training through blood flow restriction

As you age, your muscle tissue actually dries out a little, tightening. This causes a loss of range of motion in your joints and tissues. In addition to the loss of range of motion, it can really limit your active lifestyles and hinder day-to-day, normal motions. Tasks that used to be simple, such as dressing or squatting down to tie your shoes, now become extremely difficult. A regular stretching programhelps lengthen your muscles andmakes daily living activities much easier. Everyone can learn to stretch, regardless of age or flexibility. Stretching should be a part of your daily routine, whether you exercise or not. It does not have to involve a huge amount of time, but stretching can end up giving you huge results! Stretching is a natural part of what we do on a daily basis. You might notice that if you have been sitting in a particular position for a long time, you stretch unconsciously. It feels good! In addition to that good feeling, a consistent stretching program will produce large gains in flexibility and joint movement. Be kind to your muscles and they will be kind to you! EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS OF STRETCHING

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Here are just a few of the benefits you can expect from a regular stretching program:

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You can find relief from your pain. Call Today or visit us at www.superiorphysicaltherapy.org We can help you live your life again, pain-free!

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