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5 Ways You Can Lessen Herniated Disc Pain Right Now
If Your Back Pain Is Caused by a Herniated Disc, Physical Therapy Can Help
Are you currently living with herniated disc pain? Your spine is composed of parts known as “spinal discs,” or rubbery cushions that rest inside the tough casing of vertebrae. The equilibrium between these two layers is critical for supporting your upper body and allowing for a full range of motion in all directions.
Herniated discs can irritate or compress nearby nerves and cause back pain, neck pain, limited movement, and numbness or weakness in the arms and legs.
Read full blog5 Ways Stretching Improves Your Long-Term Health
Are You Making Sure to Incorporate Stretching into Your Daily Routine?
Are you familiar with the extensive health benefits of stretching? According to Mayo Clinic, consistent stretching improves your joints’ range of motion, increases flexibility, and protects you from injury.
If stretching is not a part of your current daily routine, your body is missing out on some serious health benefits. But the good news is, it’s never too late to start.
If you want to start improving your flexibility and joint health but are not sure where to start, contact Joint Effort Physical Therapy today.
Read full blogImprove Your Balance Today with Core Strengthening Exercises
Become Steady on Your Feet with the Help of Physical Therapy!
Did you know that strengthening your core muscles is related to the development of better balance? It’s true!
When your core muscles are good, they have a better chance of stopping you from suffering chronic lower back pain and other injuries.
They can even stop you from losing your balance or falling over. A strong core helps hold you in an upright position, particularly as you get older and become more at risk of falling and injuring yourself.
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