tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-41270125652138973432024-03-08T15:57:16.520-08:00LeBauer Physical Therapy BlogPhysical Therapy, Myofascial Release, Massage Therapy & Private YogaAaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-5617091163944629202013-03-08T10:17:00.004-08:002013-04-17T13:33:37.597-07:00New LeBauer Physical Therapy BlogsI am excited to announce that I have created two new blogs. If you are following me at blogger, please click the links below to follow my new blogs, my LeBauerPT patient centered blog, <a href="http://www.lebauerptblog.com/">Greensboro Physical Therapist</a>, and my physical therapist, massage therapist, occupational therapist or health care provider centered blog <a href="http://www.lebauerconsulting.com/">Your Physical Therapy Cash Based Practice.</a><br />
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AaronAaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-39421206272496042632011-07-13T13:19:00.000-07:002011-07-18T20:20:43.874-07:005 Steps to Relieve Back Pain - Greensboro, NCDo you have back pain that keeps you from being as active as you would like?<br />
Did you wake up this morning with a stiff aching back?<br />
Do you have a slipped, herniated or bulging disc? <br />
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If you answered yes to any of these questions, a physical therapist will be able to help you. Physical Therapy is the best, most conservative and cost effective solution for back pain. Call a physical therapist today and you should be able to be seen for an appointment with in 24 hours. In most states, including North Carolina, you do not need a physicians referral or prescription to see a physical therapist. <br />
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In the meantime I have put together a great series of <a href="http://hubpages.com/_2m4y0boh5vmsx/hub/How-to-relieve-Back-Pain-in-5-easy-steps">back pain relief exercises</a>, self-treatment strategies and information about taking care of your back. <br />
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If you live in Greensboro, High Point, Elon, Burlington, Summerfield or Winston-Salem call our office 336-271-6677 to find out how to get your Free book on back pain.<br />
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Dr. LeBauer is a <a href="http://www.LeBauerPT.com">physical therapist in Greensboro, NC</a> and helps people recover from back pain, disc problems and all orthopedic injuries.Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com1Greensboro, NC 27401, USA36.0676041 -79.75681070000001736.041648599999995 -79.798108200000016 36.0935596 -79.715513200000018tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-64469637041395753272011-06-07T05:33:00.000-07:002011-06-07T05:34:04.206-07:00Neck therapy offers headache relief<a href="http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/2011/jun/07/neck-therapy-offers-headache-relief/">Neck therapy offers headache relief - SignOnSanDiego.com</a>: "Neck therapy offers headache relief<br />
Study finds exercise and manipulation often reduce need for medication<br />
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Recent research out of Australia looked at people with chronic headaches stemming from the neck, called cervicogenic headaches. Such headaches are typically the most pronounced on one side, increase with neck postures or movements, and are associated with tenderness of upper neck joints.<br />
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The researchers compared the effect of treatment provided by specially trained physical therapists, which included either only manipulative therapy to the neck, only specific exercise therapy to the neck, or a combination of both therapies. The research subjects had treatment for six weeks. The researchers found that all treatments significantly reduced headache frequency and intensity and reduced neck pain, as compared to those who did not have therapy, with sustained improvement one year later."<br />
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Physical Therapy and <a href="http://www.LeBauerPT.com">Myofascial Release </a>can help you feel less pain, move better, have more energy, and avoid surgery and medications. Check out this video for some excellent self treatment techniques and exercises if you have <a href="http://youtu.be/-s3_pdTdCSA">neck pain, headaches or migraines</a>Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-24143782100837841012011-04-28T18:07:00.000-07:002011-05-18T19:08:52.399-07:00What is Fascia?<h2 style="color: #888888; font-family: 'trebuchet ms', verdana, arial, tahoma; font-size: 18px; line-height: 24px; text-align: left;"><strong><span style="color: black;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 14px;">I just had an opportunity tonight to make an impromptu video answering a very common question I receive from my patients; <a href="http://youtu.be/qaDldYuvZ3o">"What is Fascia?"</a> I hope you enjoy it.</span></span></strong></h2><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="280" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/qaDldYuvZ3o" width="450"></iframe><br />
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Myofascial Release is generally an extremely mild and gentle form of stretching that has profound effect upon the body tissues. Because of its gentleness, many individuals wonder how it could possibly work. To help you understand, we are providing you with this article.</span><br />
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</span><strong><span style="color: black;">Fascia</span></strong><span style="color: black;"><br />
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Fascia (also called connective tissue) is a tissue system of the body to which relatively little attention has been given in the past. Fascia is composed of two types of fibers: A) Collagenous fibers, which are very tough and have little stretchability B) Elastic fibers, which are stretchable. From the functional point of view, the body fascia may be regarded as a continuous laminated sheet of connective tissue that extends without interruption from the top of the head to the tip of the toes. It surrounds and invades every other tissue and organ of the body, including nerves, vessels muscle and bone. It has been estimated that fascia has a tensile strength of as much as 2000 pounds per square inch.</span><br />
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Myofascial restrictions do not show up on any of the standard tests (x-rays, CAT scans, MRI’s etc) so these myofascial restrictions have been ignored or misdiagnosed. Because fascia permeates all regions of the body and is all interconnected, when scars harden in one area (following injury, inflammation, disease, surgery, etc.) it can put tension on adjacent pain-sensitive structures as well as on structures in far-away areas. Some patients have bizarre pain symptoms that appear to be unrelated to the original or primary complaint. These bizarre symptoms can now often be understood in relationship to our understanding of the fascial system.</span></div><div class="paragraph editable-text" style="color: #888888; display: block; font-family: 'trebuchet ms', verdana, arial, tahoma; font-size: 16px; line-height: 24px; text-align: left;"><span style="color: black;"></span><span style="color: black;"><br />
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The majority of the fascia of the body is oriented vertically. There are, however, four major planes of fascia in the body that are oriented in more of a crosswise (or transverse) plane. These four transverse planes are extremely dense. They are called the pelvic floor, respiratory diaphragm, thoracic inlet and cranial base. Frequently, all four of these transverse planes will become restricted when fascial adhesions occur in just about any part of the body. This is because this fascia of the body is all interconnected, and a restriction in one region can theoretically put a “drag” on the fascia in any other direction, like the yarn in a sweater. If the sweater is pulled down in the front, it tightens around the neck, but the neck is not the source of the problem; so with the fascial system, but in a three dimensional sense.</span><br />
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The point of all the above information is to help you understand that during myofascial release treatments, you may be treated in areas that you may not think are related to your condition. The trained therapist has a thorough understanding of the fascial system and will “release” the fascia in areas that he/she knows have a strong “drag” on your area of injury. This is, therefore, a whole body approach to treatment.<br />
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Muscle provides the greatest bulk of our body’s soft tissue. Because all muscle is enveloped by and ingrained with fascia, myofascial release is the term that has been given to the techniques that are used to relieve soft tissue from the abnormal grip of tight fascia (“myo” means “Muscle”).<br />
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The type of myofascial release technique given by the therapist will depend upon where in your body the therapist finds the fascia restricted.<br />
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The therapist needs to be use “skin to skin” contact to provide the friction interface needed to release the fascia effectively. Therefore, the patient should be “comfortably undressed”, wearing, for example a two piece bathing suit, pants and bra or gym shorts and sports bra / tank top.<br />
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Myofascial Release treatment sessions are often extremely relaxing. There may or may not be conversation with the therapist; however the therapist encourages the patient to be present and aware of sensations within their body. Feedback from the patient to the therapist regarding what they are feeling helps the therapist to be as effective as possible.<br />
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Sometimes, but not always, you may experience a temporary increase in your pain or symptoms after a treatment session. There is no cause for alarm, but certainly notify the therapist. This period of the “healing crisis” is then followed by remarkable improvement. Often remarkable improvement is noted immediately during or after a treatment. Sometimes new pains in new areas will be experienced. There is sometimes a feeling of light-headedness or nausea. Sometimes a patient experiences a temporary emotion change. All of these are normal reactions of the body to the profound, but positive, changes that have occurred by releasing the fascial restrictions. Any and all of these reactions should be communicated with the therapist.<br />
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It is felt that release of tight tissue is accompanied by release of trapped metabolic waste products in the surrounding tissue and bloodstream. We highly recommend that you “flush your system” by drinking a lot of fluids during the course of your treatments, so that reactions like nausea and light-headedness will remain minimal or nil.<br />
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If you live in Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, Ashboro, Elon, Kernersville, Reidsville, Salisbury or anywhere in North Carolina and you have any questions concerning fascia or <a href="http://www.lebauerpt.com/what-is-myofascial-release.html">myofascial release</a>, please contact us or visit our website at <a href="http://www.lebauerpt.com/">LeBauer Physical Therapy</a>.</span><br />
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Physical Therapy and Myofascial Release for Low Back Pain are proven treatments to help you feel less pain, move better and return to the activities you enjoy. I have a video showing some simple and highly effective exercises and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zd3BOJL5GkM">yoga for low back pain</a>. If these do not help you completely resolve your issues, please see a physical therapist first. In 46 states you can see a physical therapist with out a referral or prescription from a physician. If you are looking for <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yetnst83pKE">Physical Therapy in Greensboro</a> please give us a call or visit our website <a href="http://www.lebauerpt.com/">www.LeBauerPT.com</a><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/aEEDZ0FdxAc?feature=player_embedded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div>Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-41288148114065132122010-12-20T19:00:00.000-08:002011-06-19T19:31:48.026-07:00Greensboro Physical TherapyDo you have aches and pains that keep you from activities that you enjoy? Do you have pain that keeps you from playing with your children or grandchildren? Does your foot, knee or back bother you so much that you can no longer run, go to the gym or exercise the way you want to? Do you live in Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, Reidsville, Kernersville, Elon, Burlington, Asheboro or anywhere else in the Piedmont Triad?<br />
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If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have come to the right place. I have a special offer for you, especially if you are looking for <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yetnst83pKE">Physical Therapy in Greensboro</a>, then click on that link to learn how you can get instant access to a free eBook with some awesome information and self treatment strategies to help you on your way to becoming pain free and returning to the activities you enjoy. If you like what you read and want to learn more and experience what myofascial release can do for yoyu, call us at 336-271-6677.<br />
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Dr. Aaron LeBauer<br />
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P.S. Here is a quick video demonstrating some <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDAMQ28dwm4">injury prevention lifting techniques</a>.Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-60973860427421242010-11-15T10:47:00.000-08:002010-11-19T17:04:55.097-08:00Yoga, Core Exercises and Injury Prevention Tips for Low Back PainWe just made some new <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/LeBauerPT?feature=mhum">educational videos</a> to help you treat and prevent lower back pain. Low back pain is the #1 cause of missed work and disability in the United States. For <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zd3BOJL5GkM">low</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zd3BOJL5GkM">back</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zd3BOJL5GkM">pain</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zd3BOJL5GkM">relief</a>, try these <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zd3BOJL5GkM">highly effective exercises</a>. Please visit our website <a href="http://www.lebauerpt.com/">www.LeBauerPT.com</a> for more information and sign up for your Free article to learn the Truth about Back Pain. If you live in Greensboro, Jamestown, Elon, Reidsville, High Point, Winston-Sale, Asheboro, Kernersville or anywhere else in the Piedmont Triad region, feel free to give us a call for a free telephone consultation.<br />
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Diabetes is a preventable disease, and a disease that can be controlled with exercise and diet. If you have any questions, or want to learn more please consult a health care professional. Incase you didn't know, in North Carolina, you can see a physical therapist without a referral.Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-13455556527679063082010-07-30T10:28:00.000-07:002010-12-19T09:06:50.601-08:00Alleviate Ear Infections with Craniosacral TherapyDoes your child have chronic ear infections? <br />
Surgery and medications are not your only options.<br />
At <a href="http://www.LeBauerPT.com/">LeBauer Physical Therapy</a> we specialize in Craniosacral therapy which is a proven technique that can help children overcome ear infections. <br />
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The following article in <a href="http://www.massagemag.com/News/massage-news.php?id=9438">Massage Magazine</a> explains how this works.<br />
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Craniosacral Therapy is also an excellent treatment for migraines, headaches, neck pain, back pain, sacroiliac dysfunction, ringing in the ears or tinitus, and many other common conditions. We specialize in treating the whole person utilizing advanced techniques such as myofascial release, craniosacral thearpy, manual therapy and joint mobilization and want to help you move better and feel less pain.<br />
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If you are looking for myofascial release, craniosacral therapy or <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yetnst83pKE">Physical Therapy in Greensboro</a>, High Point, Winston-Salem, Reidsville, Kernersville, Asheboro, Burlington or anywhere in the Triad we are happy to answer your questions and schedule your child for an evaluation.Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-10127172287170206502010-06-29T15:01:00.000-07:002010-11-19T17:05:58.601-08:00Preventing Low Back Pain During PregnancyPhysical Therapy and Myofascial Release can help you if you are experiencing <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zd3BOJL5GkM">back</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zd3BOJL5GkM">pain</a> during your pregnancy. <br />
Pregnancy is normal, pain is not. There are many changes happening in your body as your pregnancy progresses. Hormones are release that allow your joints and muscles to move easier so you can give birth. Your body also changes as your baby grows, and this shifts your center of gravity and as your body attempts to keep you upright, some of your muscles must now work harder. Any imbalance in your muscles or restrictions in your fascia may be exacerbated by this change in your body and can cause you pain or discomfort. To learn more about how we can help you watch the video below and visit our website www.LeBauerPT.com. Be sure to sign up for your free report titled "the hidden cause of back pain."<br />
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Craniosacral Therapy, Myofascial Release and Physical Therapy can help you. At <a href="http://www.lebauerpt.com/">LeBauer Physical Therapy </a>we specialize in treating many conditions, including people who suffer from migraines and headaches, including cluster migraines, tension headaches and pain. <br />
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Craniosacral therapy addresses your craniosacral system, which is a fluid system that connects the base of your spine (your sacrum) to your cranium (your head), and it is a container for the fluid that surrounds your brain, spinal cord and nerves. Craniosacral therapy is a hands-on treatment that feels wonderful, relieves your pain, symptoms and headaches. A healthy craniosacral system is an important part of a comprehensive myofascial release treatment program and achieving balance in your whole body is the key to long-term relief of your symptoms. <br />
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If you live in Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, Burlington, Eden, Reidsville, Kernersville, Asheboro or the surrounding communities and experience <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrlklvgP3lE&feature=related">migraines</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrlklvgP3lE&feature=related">headaches</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrlklvgP3lE&feature=related">neck</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrlklvgP3lE&feature=related">pain</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18fqhzIbe8M&feature=related">low</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18fqhzIbe8M&feature=related">back</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18fqhzIbe8M&feature=related">pain</a> or any movement problem or other type of pain you would benefit from a telephone consultation and treatment at LeBauer Physical Therapy. To learn more about our practice, please visit our website at <a href="http://www.lebauerpt.com/">www.LeBauerPT.com</a> or call us at 336-271-6677.Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-13407995952624877342010-05-06T22:09:00.000-07:002010-05-06T22:14:45.877-07:00Location, Location, Location<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); ">Did you know that the rate of spine surgery is related to <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12642771">geographic location</a>? Spine surgery rates vary six-fold across geographic areas of the United States, including North Carolina. Differences in patient populations and health care supply have explained only about 10% of this variation. As well, you are also more likely to have <a href="http://www.jabfm.org/cgi/reprint/22/1/62">spine surgery once you have an MRI</a> or other advance imaging study. The indications for a patient receiving an MRI and advanced imaging is not widely agreed upon in the medical community. An MRI or any diagnostic procedure is indicated if the results will change your treatment plan. Physical Therapy and myofascial release are a safe, effective and inexpensive treatment for back pain, and you should be evaluated by a physical therapist before you receive an MRI or consider spine surgery.</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif;font-size:130%;color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif;font-size:130%;color:#333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span></div>Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-41967357814336146902010-03-25T05:38:00.000-07:002010-03-25T05:45:53.409-07:00Get Healthy!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); "><h3 class="UIIntentionalStory_Message" ft="{"type":"msg"}" style="font-size: 13px; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-weight: normal; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; "><span class="UIStory_Message">Did you know that 44% of elementary students in Guilford County are overweight or obese? 29% of middle school, 30% of high school students and 60% of adults in Guilford County are also overweight or obese. Why does this matter? Obesity increases your health risks for diabetes, heart disease, stroke and certain cance<span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; ">rs while certainly increasing health care costs. Being overweight can also cause increased stress on your joints and contribute to knee pain and arthritis and back pain.<br /><br /></span></span></h3><h3 class="UIIntentionalStory_Message" ft="{"type":"msg"}" style="font-size: 13px; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-weight: normal; overflow-x: hidden; overflow-y: hidden; "><span class="UIStory_Message"><span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; ">What can you do about it? Walking 30 minutes a day at a brisk pace can significantly reduce your risk for developing diabetes, cardiovascular disease, certain cancers, osteoporosis, reduces your resting heart rate and blood pressure and lower your overall bodyweight and your percent body fat. Walk to the store, walk to your friends house, park at the other end of the parking lot, start an exercise program with guidance from your physical therapist or other health care professional and visit <a href="http://www.gethealthyguilford.org/">Get Healthy Guilford</a> for other facts and health tips.</span></span></h3></span>Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-26153287884513346202010-02-23T05:30:00.000-08:002010-02-23T05:39:12.138-08:00Remove that straight jacket and move!<!--StartFragment--> <p class="MsoNormal">We are all too familiar with the feeling of waking up in the morning, getting out of bed feeling tight, and uncomfortable in our body.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Some of us head to the shower and let the water run over our back, neck or shoulders in hopes that things will loosen up, many of us take a pill to mask the achy painful feeling. </p> <p class="MsoNormal">What exactly is going on?</p> <p class="MsoNormal">More importantly: How can we prevent this feeling from slowing us down in the wee hours of the morning?</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Without stretching, strengthening and daily motion our bodies can become a straight jacket of immobility. Once supple muscles and fascia become dehydrated and tight, and begin to work like a vice on our skeletal system. The result is restricted range of motion and an uncomfortable body.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Long hot showers and anti-inflammatory pain medications can only mask the symptoms of this chronic condition. The only solution, and the most effective treatment is to MOVE!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Yes, you heard me. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>MOVE YOUR BODY and MOVE IT OFTEN. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Stretch: Go to a yoga class, buy a yoga DVD, or create a home stretching routine that you can stick with and do it daily.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Strengthen: Go for a walk, go to the gym, buy a home DVD and get busy.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Move More:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Continue to do your normal daily activities and be sure to incorporate your full range of motion. </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">As our body starts to deteriorate and become painful we start to move less and less.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>We sit in a chair while gardening instead of bending down on our knees. We avoid our daily walk because our ankle is achy. We take the elevator instead of the stairs because we get winded and it is uncomfortable. These small compensations contribute to our daily discomfort in a big way. It is important to be safe and listen to your body, but continue to move, and continue to be active in your daily life.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Start with these three simple rules: </p> <p class="MsoNormal">1) Stretch </p> <p class="MsoNormal">2) Strengthen</p> <p class="MsoNormal">3) Move more</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Try incorporating these simple and effective activities you will be on your way to pain free mornings and comfortable days living in your body. </p> <!--EndFragment-->Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-16343130901357578782009-11-30T14:29:00.001-08:002009-11-30T15:26:05.960-08:00Movement is the Best Medicine.Here is an awesome video, by a bodyworker turned anatomist, on the importance of moving and how fascia is related to pain, dysfunction and movement problems. A restriction in fascia can be felt by your therapists hands, but not seen on an MRI or X-Ray. These fascial restrictions can cause pain, movement problems and symptoms in seemingly unrelated areas. Physical Therapy combining Myofascial Release, Joint mobilizations and exercise, is the best way to address these underlying fascial restrictions and help you feel less pain. <div><br /></div><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/_FtSP-tkSug&hl=en_US&fs=1&"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/_FtSP-tkSug&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-81468784126999643632009-10-19T07:56:00.001-07:002010-12-07T18:48:27.074-08:00Phsical Therapy, Pain Medications or Surgery. What would you choose?<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">You have power. The power of choice. The power to heal. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">No Prescription Necessary</span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">D</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">id you know that in most states, including North Carolina, you can see a physical therapist directly, with out a referral from a physician? Did you also know that <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDAMQ28dwm4&feature=related">physical</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDAMQ28dwm4&feature=related">therapy</a> is a great alternative to pain medications? </span></span></span></span><br />
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Eliminating Pain without Medication</span></span></b><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Many types of pain and inflammation can be reduced with the help of a physical therapist, including <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RR1DxvFlrg&feature=related">low</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RR1DxvFlrg&feature=related">back</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RR1DxvFlrg&feature=related">pain</a>, neck pain, bursitis, sciatica, arthritis, tennis elbow, and knee pain. Lower back pain affects up to 80 percent of Americans during their lifetime. Physical therapy that mobilizes the spine along with specific exercises can help alleviate the pain and can have long-lasting effects.</span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">In one study manual physical therapy helped 92% of patients with <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RR1DxvFlrg&feature=related">lower</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RR1DxvFlrg&feature=related">back</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RR1DxvFlrg&feature=related">pain</a>.</span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">If you are at risk of heart disease, the American Heart Association encourages seeing a physical therapist for the initial treatment of pain resulting from tendinitis/bursitis, degenerative joint problems (osteoarthritis), and inflammatory joint problems (rheumatoid arthritis), rather than prescription pain medication. Physical therapists are a great alternative to medication and surgery for musculoskeletal pain. Research shows individuals who receive active physical therapy experience greater improvements in function and decreased pain intensity.</span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">No matter what part of your body hurts, neck, back, knee, hip, shoulder, arms, hands or head, a physical therapist can help you alleviate or manage pain without costly medication or other invasive methods such as surgery.</span></span><br />
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Finding a Physical Therapist</span></span></b><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">In North Carolina, you can see your <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBY5uL-p60U">physical therapist</a> directly, without a referral from your physician. This is called Direct Access, and allows you to seek treatment for your condition today, get better faster, spend less money, feel great and return to the activities you enjoy. </span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Physical Therapists are licensed by the state in which they practice and have completed extensive and specialized, post graduate level, accredited physical therapist education programs. Physical Therapists are trained in identifying red flags (signs that your condition is not appropriate for physical therapy) and know when to refer you to the appropriate health care practitioner or physician. When you visit your physical therapist, you will experience the care of a trusted health professional that uses research and proven treatments to help you regain independence and a better quality of life. </span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">You can search for a manual physical therapist at </span></span><a _wpro_href="http://www.apta.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Find_a_PT&Template=/APTAAPPS/FindAPT/findaptsearch.cfm" class="" href="http://www.apta.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Find_a_PT&Template=/APTAAPPS/FindAPT/findaptsearch.cfm" target="_blank" title=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">www.apta.org</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> or when you call the physical therapy practice of your choice, ask if they provide hands-on manual physical therapy. </span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">For more information on how a physical therapist can help you reduce pain, avoid surgery and feel great, visit </span></span><a _wpro_href="http://www.moveforwardpt.com/index.html" class="" href="http://www.moveforwardpt.com/index.html" target="_blank" title=""><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">www.moveforwardpt.com</span></span></a><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Take care,</span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Dr. Aaron LeBauer</span></span><br />
<a href="http://www.lebauerpt.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">www.LeBauerPT.com</span></span></a></span>Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-56599147420920996122009-09-30T20:09:00.000-07:002010-12-07T18:50:27.210-08:00Physical Therapy for Low Back Pain: A Silent Film.<object height="344" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/SaLrAybDd9o&hl=en&fs=1&"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/SaLrAybDd9o&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object> <br />
Are you looking for a <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBY5uL-p60U">Greensboro Physical Therapist</a>? If so, please visit <a href="http://www.lebauerpt.com/">www.LeBauerPT.com</a> to sign up for our newsletter and get instant access to 4 Free eBooks.Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-33888397211940457142009-09-09T13:58:00.000-07:002010-12-07T18:55:33.780-08:00Your computer or workstation can cause pain.Your workstation, desk or computer environment may be the cause, or a major contributor factor, if you experience headaches, neck pain, eye pain, shoulder pain, back pain, wrist pain, carpal tunnel syndrome or fatigue. If you maintain a sustained posture throughout the day can create patterns of myofascial and muscle tighness that hurt or contribute to pain elsewhere in your body. <br />
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</div><div>Sit with your keyboard, mouse and computer monitor in front of you. You should sit with both feet on the floor, your hips slightly above your knees, your back supported, elbows at your side and hands comfortably on the keyboard. The top edge of your monitor should be the same level as your eyebrows and it should be about 18" away from you.</div><div><br />
</div><div>Do you wear bifocals? If you need to use the lower lens at your computer, it may cause you to extend your neck too far back. To reduce this, invest in a dedicated pair of glasses for when you sit at your computer.</div><div><br />
</div><div>Do you talk on the phone for work? Holding a telephone between your head and shoulder is asking for neck and shoulder pain and tightness. Invest in or ask your work for a "hands free" headset. This will give you the freedom to sit properly at your desk while maintaining good posture.</div><div><br />
</div><div>Our physical therapists at LeBauer <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yetnst83pKE">Physical Therapy in Greensboro</a>, NC specialize in 1-on-1 hands-on physical therapy, massage therapy and myofascial release. We can help you reduce your pain and symptoms and teach you proper biomechanics. If you live in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Hight Point, Jamestown, Kernersville, Thomasville, Ashboro or any other surrounding community please call us for a consultation or to schedule an appointment or visit our website www.LeBauerPT.com for instant access to 4 Free eBooks titled "The End of <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9-XGskxa7Q">Low Back Pain</a>", "How to Beat Arthritis", "10 Best Health Tips" and "The Secrets of Good Posture."</div></div>Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-75182980462205750922009-08-14T11:11:00.001-07:002010-11-19T17:08:30.557-08:00Back Pain, Neck Pain, Headaches and Migraines.What do <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9-XGskxa7Q&feature=related">back</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9-XGskxa7Q&feature=related">pain</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-s3_pdTdCSA&feature=related">neck</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-s3_pdTdCSA&feature=related">pain</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrlklvgP3lE&feature=related">headaches</a> and <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrlklvgP3lE&feature=related">migraines</a> have in common? Manual Physical Therapy and Myofascial Release can positively effect and help people who have these conditions. Everyone is unique, and everyone is different, however there is typically a postural deficit present, such as a forward head or tilted pelvis, soft tissue (muscle and fascia) restriction and joint restrictions. At <a href="http://www.lebauerpt.com/">LeBauer Physical Therapy</a> in Greensboro, NC we provide a thorough evaluation to identify and touch the painful areas and then look elsewhere for the cause or factors that are contributing to your condition. Our goal is to help you reduce your pain and symptoms while teaching you self treatment strategies to help you take control of your health and reduce your symptoms when they are present.Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-75009899604602676362009-08-11T18:32:00.000-07:002010-11-19T17:16:55.236-08:00Beat Stress in 3 Easy Steps.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><div align="center"><br />
</div><ol type="1"><li><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: 100%;"><b>Exercise </b>– Exercise releases endorphins, helps us sleep better, and the effects last. Take a brisk walk first thing in the morning, during your lunch hour, or after work. 20 minutes a day will do wonders for your health.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: 100%;"><b>Take an Epsom Salt Bath</b>- Add 1 or 2 cups of Epsom salt to your bath water for a tension relieving, muscle soothing hot bath. Add 1 cup Epsom salt to a large mixing bowl for the ultimate foot soak. Epsom salts can be bought at your local grocery or drug store. You can also add a few drops of lavender oil to enhance the experience and your relaxation.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: 100%;"><b>Massage and Physical Therapy</b> – The benefits of massage and hands on manual physical therapy are numerous, and a massage and myofascial reelase relieve tension, headaches, muscle aches, pain and stress. A professional massage can do wonders for stress and tension. You can also trade a neck and shoulder massage with a friend or your partner. Self massage is beneficial too. Lean against a wall with a tennis ball between your shoulder blades for a quick tension buster.</span></li>
</ol>To learn more and access your Free Report visit our website <a href="http://www.lebauerpt.com/" target="_blank">www.LeBauerPT.com</a></span>Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4127012565213897343.post-60035083103107839922009-08-10T14:45:00.000-07:002010-11-19T17:15:58.420-08:00LeBauer Physical Therapy Blog<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #204063; font-size: 100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 13px;"></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #204063; font-size: 100%;"><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: #204063;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"></span></span></span></div>Welcome to our new blog.<br />
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<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #204063; font-size: 100%;">We have created this blog to provide you with useful information and health tips so you can learn more about how your body works and how to keep it feeling great.<br />
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDAMQ28dwm4&feature=related">Physical</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDAMQ28dwm4&feature=related">Therapy</a> is much more than just hot packs, ultrasound and leg lifts. As a physical therapist I treat each person as an individual and offer a thorough examination. We do not just treat the symptoms, but work together to discover the cause of your pain or movement problem.<br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #204063; font-size: 100%;">Myofascial Release and manual physical therapy are effective for treating many common conditions such as back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain and impingement, hip pain, knee pain, arthritis, scoliosis, spondilitis, headaches, migraines, TMJ and other jaw problems, pelvic pain, carpal tunnel, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uN8B2pOmeIg&feature=related">sciatica</a>, myofascial pain, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome and a many other orthopaedic conditions and sports injuries.<br />
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</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #204063; font-size: 100%;">At LeBauer Physical Therapy, we specialize in myofascial release, massage therapy, manual physical therapy, therapeutic yoga, and therapeutic exercise to help people reduce pain, move better and feel great. To learn more about our practice please visit our website at www.LeBauerPT.com<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: #204063;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'times new roman';"></span></span><o:p></o:p></span></div></span></div>Aaron LeBauer PT, DPT, LMBThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15050953514393712172noreply@blogger.com0