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Self Treatment - How to Take Care of Your Back

The Hip Hinge | Getting out of a Chair | Brushing Teeth | Driving | Picking Up a Bag from the Floor | Putting a Baby in a Car | Changing a Baby | Lifting How To Stay Active

Lifting
The most important aspect of lifting is to keep your spine upright by hinging from the hips and knees. Even if the object is awkwardly placed so that it is not directly in front of you the key is to keep your chest lifted in front while maintaining your lumbar spine’s natural forward curve. Two other key points which will save you from irritating your back are (1) to avoid lifting during the first half hour of the day, and (2) to avoid lifting immediately after sitting for a prolonged period (i.e. over 40 min) (Figs. 8A and B).

Figure 8 Lifting: (A)incorrect and (B)correct.

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THE BENEFITS OF MASSAGE THERAPY : The doctor may recommend massage therapy as a valuable part of your treatment plan. Drs. Ezgur and DiDomenico work closely with experienced massage therapists in their offices, to ensure that you receive quality care.

Benefits of Massage Therapy:
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  • Reduce stress, anxiety, and blood pressure
  • Promote circulation and elimination of toxins
  • Speed recovery from injury

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    Our massage therapists are licensed by The American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), the largest and most respected organization representing the profession. Your therapist will do everything possible to insure that you have a positive and rewarding experience. Relax and experience the art and science of massage therapy.

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