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What Spells Relief for Low Back Pain Patients?

Tim@inhometherapygr.com — Tue, 18 Dec 2018 20:11:53 +0000

If you’ve ever suffered from a bout of low back pain, then you know that finding relief is often any patient’s main goal. Luckily, patients are beginning to see the benefits of pursuing safe alternatives to medications and surgery. A physical therapy regimen for low back pain is designed to reduce soft tissue pain, improve function and build muscle strength.

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Some Americans Pay More for Back Pain Relief, But Are They Really Getting Less?

Tim@inhometherapygr.com — Wed, 12 Dec 2018 20:10:56 +0000

In the case of low back pain, one such under-heralded solution is physical therapy. Physical therapy, yoga and acupuncture are gaining in popularity as equally (or more) effective and less costly than surgical procedures, injections, MRIs and pain relievers—and for good reason.
Physical therapists are trained to restore and improve patients’ mobility, reduce soft tissue pain, improve function and build muscle strength. They not only develop custom strategies to treat persistent or recurrent low back pain, but educate patients on the prevention of future issues. Some preventive techniques include adopting and following a regular exercise program and learning to lift correctly by keeping the object close to the body.

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Do You Know Why You Have Back Pain? Here’s How You Can Find Out

Tim@inhometherapygr.com — Sat, 18 Aug 2018 00:06:22 +0000

Is the source of your low back pain a mystery? You’re not alone. Nine out of 10 patients don’t know the primary cause of their back pain. The problem is that most people seek treatment after they’ve begun exhibiting symptoms of back pain. While this may seem logical on the surface, we’re here to tell
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Yearly Physical Therapy Visits are Just as Important as Annual Cholesterol Tests

Tim@inhometherapygr.com — Tue, 10 Jul 2018 03:18:42 +0000

You know the drill. During your annual visit, your primary care physician will order a cholesterol test. Combined with an assessment of health measures such as diet and exercise, the results of the cholesterol test will provide your physician with the information needed to make a recommendation. If the results are positive, you might hear,
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Ask a Physical Therapist to “screen” your movements this Spring

Tim@inhometherapygr.com — Mon, 28 May 2018 02:23:16 +0000

Let’s talk about the last time you—or someone close to you—interviewed for a new job. Chances are that the first step was a phone screen with your potential employer. When you passed that portion of the process with flying colors, you were then invited for an in-person interview. At that stage, the employer probably asked
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How Physical Therapy Helps Retirees Keep Dreams Alive During the Golden Years

Tim@inhometherapygr.com — Mon, 02 Apr 2018 12:15:36 +0000

Are you among the millions of Americans who have high aspirations for how you’ll spend the extra time during your post-retirement years? Whether you plan to travel the world, pick up fly fishing, spend more time woodworking or sign up for a golf league, your physical fitness level will be a factor. A 2010 study
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Your Smart Phone Could Be Rapidly Aging Your Spine

Tim@inhometherapygr.com — Wed, 28 Mar 2018 20:17:12 +0000

Chances are that you probably haven’t given much thought to how your neck and back are faring in the era of the smartphone, but studies show that you most certainly should. It’s practically a reflex these days to pull out our smart phones when we’re standing in line, sitting at the airport or riding the
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Physical Therapy Should be as Routine as an Oil Change

Tim@inhometherapygr.com — Tue, 20 Mar 2018 00:02:35 +0000

The automobile industry recommends regular oil changes to keep your car running at its peak performance. Chances are that you adhere to the guidelines outlined in your car manual as closely as possible, and probably even have a favorite business nearby that performs the services. Just like a car, the human body thrives on a
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3 Tips to Reduce Stress at Home to Manage Chronic Pain

Tim@inhometherapygr.com — Thu, 01 Mar 2018 04:28:52 +0000

For people living with chronic pain, trying to find ways to manage it often becomes a daily struggle. But, focusing solely on the physical aspects of chronic pain is not going to make it dissipate because studies show that chronic pain also is caused by stress and emotional issues. There is a strong correlation between
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Learning About Chronic Pain

Tim@inhometherapygr.com — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 20:48:25 +0000

Being diagnosed with an illness associated with chronic pain is life changing. Not only does it affect you physically, but knowing that the pain persists can be difficult to cope with mentally and emotionally as well. In fact, many people diagnosed with chronic pain also become depressed.

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