PT Link Physical Therapy

 Looking for the best physical therapy in Toledo? Visit PT Link Physical Therapy, we offer special treatment & patient care to all at the best price. To learn more, visit our website. https://ptlinktherapy.com/

 Looking for physical therapy in Toledo? Welcome at PT Link Physical Therapy, where everyone strives to give patients a much better, more inclusive, and individualized alternative to traditional cookie-cutter Physical Therapy. For more details, visit our website. physical therapy toledo

  Looking for physical therapy in Toledo? Welcome at PT Link Physical Therapy, where everyone strives to give patients a much better, more inclusive, and individualized alternative to traditional cookie-cutter Physical Therapy. For more details, visit our website. physical therapy toledo

Proper posture is easy to maintain once you begin to strengthen the muscles that support the spinal column. Many people start to restore their posture by taking long deep breaths and remembering to sit up straight. For those measures to take effect, the muscles that support the head, neck, shoulders, and spine need to be strengthened and toned. There are several exercises that can be used to strengthen and tone these muscles. As your strength increases, maintaining your posture will be easy to do. Chest Opener The chest opener is performed by standing up straight and placing your hands behind your back. Clasp your hands together and lift your hands as high as you can behind your back without bending forward. When you first clasp your hands together, hold the position for 10 to 15 seconds. Slowly begin to raise and lower your hands, releasing them every few seconds or so. Perform this exercise for one or two minutes. This exercise opens the chest, making it easier to breathe and ...

Back injuries are one of the top causes of missed work in the United States. Improper lifting, stress, and athletic/workout injuries are all common causes of stress on the lower portion of your back. If you want to reduce your risk of injuring your back, or any other body part for that matter, you need to protect your lower back and your risk of an injury will decrease. If you have questions on how to perform certain exercises or have concerns, visit a physical therapist and have them guide you through a workout. Warm-Up Before Raising Your Intensity Warming up for 5 to 10 minutes before you ease into your workout, is the best way to prevent muscle injury, especially in the core and lower back areas. Stretching, walking on a treadmill, or mild calisthenics are all acceptable forms of warm-up exercises. During your warm-up time, the exercises you use will begin to stretch the muscles and connective tissues. This increases circulation to the muscles giving them access to th...

Whether you are a business owner, office manager or someone who spends numerous hours daily behind a desk, a sit-stand style desk can be a huge asset towards correcting postural issues and alleviating back pain. If you need a bit of convincing that a standing desk option will benefit yourself or your team, we’ll offer a quick rundown of the perks of moving forward with the investment. If a standing desk is not a good fit, remember the 90/90/90 position. This means your elbows should be bent at a 90-degree angle, your hips and knees should both be at a 90-degree angle with your feet flat on the floor. Our physical therapy team is happy to offer ergonomics training in addition to alleviating pain sourced by poor posture or long hours seated or standing. Better Health Through Motion Sitting for long periods of time with poor posture has been shown to contribute to a decline in health. Not only does stagnancy promote back pain, but it can source chronic health conditions such as ca...

Back pain is the  fifth leading cause of doctor visits  in the United States. Unfortunately, traditional physicians tend to assist patients with pain medication rather than addressing the source of the discomfort itself for long-term relief. In physical therapy, back pain exercises can help alleviate pain, improve motion, strengthen core muscles and allow the body to heal naturally. Here are five basic conditioning movements our experienced  physical therapists at PT Link  recommend for low back issues. 1. Prone Press Ups Many times low back pain is associated with decreased extension and lack of backward movement in the spine. Prone press ups help restore the spine’s natural curvature while strengthening the lower back muscles. ·  Lie face down with the arms beside your body and the head turned to one side. ·  Bring your arms up and place your hands under your shoulders. ·  Slow straighten your elbows and push up the top half as far as pai...