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Hey Lion Fam!

Did you know that NECK PAIN is more common in office/desk workers than ANY other type of profession? On average 52% of people that work primarily at a desk will experience some form of neck pain.

Researchers have found an EASY tip you can try TODAY with little to no effort. They are called microbreaks and have been shown to reduce tension/activation in 4 major postural muscle groups and decrease overall neck pain complaints. Simply take a 30 second break every 20 minutes of deskwork!

That’s it! No real effort required!

I know what you’re thinking, too good to be true right? I agree!

If you want maximum results, receiving physical therapy at Lion PT is still your best bet. At the end of the day quick tips are no replacement for an expert eye. This would most likely include a variety of mobility and strengthening exercises as well as manual therapy(stay tuned for more info on this).

Call us today or book an appointment if you’re interested in improving your posture and eliminating your neck pain!

(Citation at bottom of email for those interested)

NEW MAY ARTICLE

Dynamic Neck Strengthening as Concussion Prevention

Concussions are common and concerning injuries in sports. As with many injuries and ailments, prevention is often the best treatment.

New research reveals that those with stronger neck muscles are less prone to concussions. Strengthening the neck may be the key to preventing these lingering traumas.

LIVE WELL

What kind of injuries do cyclists deal with?

Cycling is an exciting and engaging sport that can take even the most sedentary person’s fitness to the next level.

An easy way to start is on a stationary bike, but once you hit the road, injuries are bound to happen. Read on to learn about cycling safety, equipment, and common injuries.

Success often comes the millisecond after you almost gave up. If you haven’t succeeded yet, chances are you haven’t failed, you just need to keep trying.

And if that doesn’t work, try again. The person who stands up more times than they fall down always wins.

MOVE WELL

Understanding Rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune form of arthritis that can affect many joints. Unlike osteoarthritis, which usually occurs over time, it can come on much earlier in life and cause debilitating pain if not managed properly. To learn more about rheumatoid arthritis and how it can be treated, read on.

EAT WELL

As summer approaches, the warmth in the air calls for the shedding of heavy clothing. If you’ve been loading up on comfort foods all spring, these dishes are delicious and easy ways to lighten up your meal without missing out on the flavor. Try these two dishes for your next weeknight meal!

Whole30 Bacon and Egg Cups

From: foodnetwork.com

Everything you crave from a diner-style bacon-and-egg meal is packed into this lighter, healthier little package.

Sugar-free bacon ensures you won’t cheat on this revamped brunch dish!

Chicken Saltimbocca

From: foodnetwork.com

This low-carb meal is another crowd pleaser that packs a flavor punch and adds a healthy mix-up to the classic dish.

Chicken is cooked until tender and crisp after getting pounded thin enough to roll up around salty prosciutto and nutrient-packed spinach.

Add a light sauce to top, and this main course is health-meets-flavor & perfection.

Citation:

Mclean, Linda & Tingley, M & Scott, R.N. & Rickards, Jeremy. (2001). Computer terminal work and the benefit of microbreaks. Applied ergonomics. 32. 225-37. 10.1016/S0003-6870(00)00071-5.