Get Back on Track with Your Health! Physical Therapy Can Help

 

You may benefit from working with a physical therapist to help you get back on track. At FYZICAL, our therapists are experts at eliminating pain and resolving both old and recent injuries so that you can enjoy a healthier life! When you are in pain or tired after a long day at work, it can sometimes be difficult to find the energy to deal with injuries or stick to a nutritious diet. As a result, your body may start to suffer the consequences of more injuries, pain, or severe health issues like high blood pressure and diabetes.

 

Lifestyle diseases are the primary cause of morbidity and mortality in the United States. These include heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and joint and muscle disorders. All of these conditions are associated with physical inactivity, an unhealthy diet, and stress. Fortunately, the vast majority of these behaviors can be successfully treated by a licensed physical therapist. Physical therapists are leaders in promoting health and wellness. Our therapists can help you by providing education, prescribing physical activity and exercise. They provide hands-on interventions to help you resolve your pain and injuries and get back to a healthy life!

 

 

What Does it Mean to be Healthier?

 

1. Getting enough sleep. Sleep is the most effective strategy that has one of the most significant effects on your overall well-being. To keep your body functioning normally, try and get between 7 and 8 hours of sleep per night. The more regular your rest, the better you will feel.
2. Strength training. Strength training is one of the most effective injury prevention strategies to help stay injury-free.
3. Cardiovascular exercise. Get your heart rate up and make sure you walk or are active and moving every day! Frequent exercise can boost your metabolism and improve your mood.
4. Joint and muscle mobility. Stretching helps keep you moving and feeling better. Knowing the proper exercises and specialized treatments can relieve your joint and muscle pain and improve your overall health.
5. Nutrition matters. You are what you eat. Make sure you’re putting the right kinds of things in your body. Avoid fad diets and stick with a plant-based, whole grain, and lean protein diet. Avoid sugar and processed foods.
6. Stay hydrated. Hydration is essential for injury prevention and the proper function of your body. Water keeps your body systems functioning at an optimum level.
7. Practice meditating. Meditation is beneficial for physical and mental well-being. Try practicing things like meditation and yoga regularly. The downtime will help you feel better.

How Physical Therapy Can Help You