I have been coming to Integrative Sports and Wellness and love it. I have seen everyone from spine surgeons, physical therapists, and other muscle specialists and none of them have really been able to help me or lead me in the right direction. In just the few first weeks i went here my activity level completely changed and I can now play golf again pain free the way that i have always wanted to. I can play 18 holes now when i could only play 12-13 holes before my back completely gave out. I love the Kinesio Tape that Dr. Russ puts on my back. In fact that first week I was able to play 36 holes in 2 days and my back was barely even sore after my round. Treatments are definitely helping me! I look forward to the rest of my treatment plan. Thanks for giving my life back.
Jake R.
Lakeway Tx
Good
posture should be a relaxed, comfortable and balanced state providing
you with stability, poise, and energy. Research suggests that many spine
problems are preventable because they result from poor posture and body
mechanics, which subject the spine to abnormal stresses. Abnormal
stress over time can lead to structural changes in the spine, including
degeneration of disks and joints, lengthening or shortening of the
supportive ligaments and muscles, and wear and tear of cartilage. All of
these structural changes can lead to pain. However, there are many
things that you can do each day to minimize current spine pain and
prevent future episodes from occurring. (Think of your body, especially
the spine, as a machine that needs regular care and maintenance to keep
it functioning properly and efficiently. For example, does your car work
properly when the alignment is off?)
The key
factors to taking care of your back and neck center around three
concepts:
1.) Learning and practicing good posture
2.) Using good body mechanics during the day
3.) Regular exercise Let's explore each of these in turn.
The foundation for good neck and back care starts with posture. Bad
posture can be the cause of spinal pain, it can make existing pain
worse, and it certainly can make the pain last a lot longer. Poor
posture is also a factor in conditions such as chronic headaches, TMJ
dysfunction and shoulder pain. Many people spend large portions of their
day sitting or performing tasks that require bending forward or
lifting. Think about your lifestyle, the postures you assume, and the
activities you perform each day. The basis for good posture is
maintaining a "neutral spine." A neutral spine retains three natural
curves: a small hollow at the base of the neck, a small roundness at the
middle back, and a small hollow in the low back. A neutral spine is
neither rounded forward nor arched back too much. Maintaining a neutral
spine is a dynamic process as you transition from one position to
another
Good posture is when your head is balanced over your hips, your chin is
parallel to the floor, and your pelvis is level. You walk with vigor and
your step feels light. Good posture is a very important part of good
mental and physical health.
I have been coming to Integrative Sports and Wellness and love it. I have seen everyone from spine surgeons, physical therapists, and other muscle specialists and none of them have really been able to help me or lead me in the right direction. In just the few first weeks i went here my activity level completely changed and I can now play golf again pain free the way that i have always wanted to. I can play 18 holes now when i could only play 12-13 holes before my back completely gave out. I love the Kinesio Tape that Dr. Russ puts on my back. In fact that first week I was able to play 36 holes in 2 days and my back was barely even sore after my round. Treatments are definitely helping me! I look forward to the rest of my treatment plan. Thanks for giving my life back.
Jake R.
Lakeway Tx
Jake R
