Physical Therapy Quickly Relieves

Low Back Pain

Your spine is a complex structure made up of bones, muscles, discs, tendons, ligaments and nerves. It is the hub of your nervous system where messages to and from your brain travel to different parts of your body. It is so complex, that it takes years for you to master the ability to stand up straight, walk and run. As we age, it is common to suffer aches and pains in the lower back, typically because of poor posture, prolonged sitting or previous injuries. However, these pains are a sign of underlying problems and your spine telling you something, so listen. Your spine relies on proper posture, alignment, strength and coordination. When any one of these key areas doesn’t work right, strain and stress occur on different parts of the spine, sparking off inflammation and pain. Inflammation irritates nerves and causes pain signals to shoot to the brain. The inflammation further weakens the spinal muscles and even the leg muscles, causing difficulty with everyday activities. Getting up and down from the floor, squatting...

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Physical Therapy Improves Chronic

Low Back Pain

DO YOU EXPERIENCE BACK ACHES OR PAINS WITH THE FOLLOWING? RStanding for more than 15 minutes RSquatting up and down from the floor RSitting for long periods RRunning, walking or physical activities RGetting out of bed in the morning RDoing daily chores or activities

standing for long periods and even walking can become a problem. This can really affect your life and the longer the problem persists, the more long-term damage can occur.

Quickly Relieving Low Back Pain Most low back pain can easily be treated with physical therapy and without the need for surgery or prolonged medication. Physical therapy reduces inflammation, restores proper function, improves strength and prevents future injury. Maintaining and building muscle strength is particularly important in returning you to doing the things you love to do, without worrying about the pain. Our expert and knowledgeable physical therapists at Teton Therapy have years of medical training and skills to thoroughly evaluate and pinpoint the cause of your back pain. We then work with you one-on-one to help get you out of pain so you are more productive in life and happier overall. Call us today to learn more how we can help you live a pain-free life!

Why Choose Teton Therapy? • Expertly trained therapists • Focused on achieving fast results • We take the time to listen to you • We spend time educating you on your problem and how to solve it • Friendly, courteous staff • On time appointments • Doctor recommended

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Patient Results I can sleep better! Success Story – J.R.

As a result of therapy, I no longer have numbness or tingling in my thigh. I am able to manage my back pain and discomfort through exercise and stretching. As a result of the reduced back pain, I am able to sleep better.”

I have been pain free for 2 weeks! Success Story – J.S.

Since starting therapy, I can bend, lift and go through out the day with very little to no pain in my back. In fact I have been nearly 2 weeks pain free. Work and free time are much better and more enjoyable now than they were before I started therapy.”

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If you know someone suffering with aches and pains “Care to Share” and give them this newsletter or send them directly to Teton Therapy. They will thank you and so will we!

Teton Can Help You: • Decrease your pain • Increase your strength • Increase your activity level • Increase your flexibility • Improve your health • Get back to living

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News GETTING BACK TO WORK! We are currently expanding services for injured workers. Generally, therapy only treats an original injury; however here at Teton Therapy, we are taking it much further to get workers back on the job. Some services we offer include: • Work Hardening • Body Mechanics and Proper Lifting Techniques Training • Job Site Ergonomic Evaluation • Job Task Simulation • Postural Correction • Injury Prevention

• Lift & Carry Testing • Repetitive Use Injury Prevention • Stress Management Awareness Education • Functional Capacity Evaluation • Return to Work Status • Spinal Health Testing • Back Injury Risk Assessment

By taking the treatment beyond just rehabilitation, Teton Therapy is able to provide a comprehensive program that allows workers to fully recover and gain strength and confidence. Programs are also available to help prevent injury before it happens. Contact us for further information.

CALL TODAY! Ask the EXPERTS Talk to our experts about how PT can relieve your pain!

FREE Pain Relief Assessment

• Back and neck pain • Arthritis • Shoulder and arm pain • Hip / knee / ankle pain • Walking / balance difficulties

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Exercise Essentials

Try these simple exercises to help your back feel better... Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.

PRAYER STRETCH

While in a crawl position, slowly lower your buttocks towards your feet until a stretch is felt along your back and or buttocks.

CURL UP - TYPE 1

While lying on your back, use your stomach muscles to press your back into the floor.

Exercises copyright of HEP2GO www.HEP2GO.com Free Home Rehab Exercise Program

BRACE - SINGLE KNEE EXTENSION While lying on your back with knees bent, straighten out one knee while keeping the leg off the ground. Hold as indicated, then return to original position. Next, perform on the other leg. Use your stomach muscles to keep your spine from moving the entire time.

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PRONE ALTERNATE LEG

While lying face down and keeping your lower abdominals tight, slowly raise up a leg. Slowly lower and then raise the opposite side. Do not allow your spine to move the entire time.

Please share these exercises with friends and family members to help them stay healthy and free from pain. Save these in a place where you can easily use them as needed. Watch for more exercises in our next issue. Call if you feel you are not moving like you used to. We will get you the results you deserve!

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Come in and visit us today if you are not moving like you used to. If you know someone who we can help send them our way, they will thank you and so will we.

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820 W. Main Riverton, WY 82501 (307) 857-7074