A work-related injury is an injury sustained while carrying out a duty relevant to employment. Some of these work-related injuries can be minor and no more than a nuisance, while other injuries can be painful and may affect one's day-to-day activities.   These injuries can occur across all fields and professions. As these injuries can affect anyone on the job, it is important to be aware of the types of injuries that can occur. No matter what type of work related injury you or your loved one may have, Mid Michigan Physical Therapy  can help.   Back Injury:   One of the commonly found work-related injuries is back injury, which can be caused by improper posture like slouching or sitting for long hours. Additionally, improper lifting can cause immediate back injury. Back injuries can affect the cervical, dorsal or lumbar regions. Mid Michigan Physical Therapy  can provide a comprehensive program to reduce back pain and successfully treat the underlying reasons that are causing pain   Falls:   Injuries can also occur from falling, tripping or slipping. These injuries happen suddenly and without warning. These injuries can be minor like bruises or lacerations. They can also be severe enough to cause a fracture of the bones. Carpal tunnel syndrome:   Another common affliction affecting people in the computer era is carpal tunnel syndrome. This work related issue affects the wrist and hands, usually caused by excessive use of computer keyboard. It is mostly found in people who perform repetitive motion with their hands such as typists, hairdressers, mechanics etc. In many instances, physical therapy can be very successful treating this problem. Head and brain injury:   Head and brain injuries can have a devastating effect on the person. Concussions, skull fractures and other head injuries can cause permanent damage to the brain. Mid Michigan Physical Therapy has the expertise to be an integral part of the rehabilitation and treatment process when recovering from head and brain injury.     At Mid Michigan Physical Therapy, we provide a complete rehabilitative program for all types of work related injuries, frequently reducing pain without the need for medication. At Mid Michigan Physical Therapy, our goal is to speed up the recovery from injury, to enhance performance and to reduce the future risk of injuries.   

A work related injury is an injury sustained while carrying out a duty relevant to employment. Some of these work related injuries can be minor and no more than a nuisance, while other injuries can be painful and may affect one's day-to-day activities. These injuries can occur across all fields and professions. As these injuries can affect anyone on the job, it is important to be aware of the types of injuries that can occur. No matter what type of work related injury you or your loved one may have, Mid Michigan Physical Therapy in Brighton can help.   Back Injury:   One of the commonly found work-related injuries is back injury, which can be caused by improper posture like slouching or sitting for long hours. Additionally, improper lifting can cause immediate back injury. Back injuries can affect the cervical, dorsal or lumbar regions. Mid Michigan Physical Therapy in Brighton can provide a comprehensive program to reduce back pain and heal the source injuries.   Falls:   Injuries can also occur from falling, tripping or slipping. These injuries happen suddenly and without warning. These injuries can be minor like bruises or lacerations. They can also be severe enough to cause a fracture of the bones. Mid Michigan Physical Therapy in Brighton, MI can help in assessing fall risk as well as rehabilitation from fall related injuries. Carpal tunnel syndrome:   Another common affliction affecting people in the computer era is carpal tunnel syndrome. This work related issue affects the wrist and hands, usually caused by excessive use of computer keyboard. It is mostly found in people who perform repetitive motion with their hands such as typists, hairdressers, mechanics etc. Mid Michigan Physical Therapy in Brighton can help to reduce pain and mobility issues caused by carpal tunnel. Head and brain injury:   Head and brain injuries can have a devastating effect on the person. Concussions, skull fractures and other head injuries can cause permanent damage to the brain. Mid Michigan Physical Therapy in Brighton has to expertise to be an integral part of the rehabilitation and treatment process when recovering from head and brain injury.     At Mid Michigan Physical Therapy in Brighton, we provide a complete rehabilitative program for all types of work related injuries. As the preferred physical therapy provider in Brighton, MI, we can effectively treat work related injuries, frequently reducing pain without the need for medication. At Mid Michigan Physical Therapy, our goal is to speed up the recovery from injury, to enhance performance and to reduce the future risk of injuries. A combination of physical therapy, massage and other modalities can help in relieving the pain and getting you back to the normal. We have a team of physical therapists at Mid Michigan Physical Therapy in Brighton, MI who evaluate every individual case with great detail. Our physical therapists address issues related to fitness, injury, prevention, wellness and rehabilitation.   #work injuries #back injury #physical therapy in Brighton MI #MidMichigan Physical Therapy #Physical Therapists in Brighton MI  

Low back pain (plus sciatica) is a common occurrence in the pregnant population with as many as 70% of pregnant females reporting low back pain or sciatica at some point during their pregnancy.  Studies have shown that of these women who report back pain to their health care providers, only 15-30% of them receive treatment.   This is quite an alarming statistic as often times there are simple, straightforward exercises and tips on how to perform daily activities that can significantly help if not resolve this pain.   Why Do Women Experience Back Pain with Pregnancy? The body has to adapt to weight gain in different areas during pregnancy, which changes the demands on the joints and muscles when sitting, laying, and standing  The pelvis becomes more mobile to prepare for delivery, which is often a source of discomfort in the lower back and pelvic areas As the baby grows and there is more weight in the abdomen, a woman's posture changes the curve in her low back which becomes more and more exaggerated If You are Pregnant, Tips to Decrease Pain: Sleeping If sleeping on your side, sleep with a pillow between your knees and arms.  As your belly grows, you may also want to place a small pillow or rolled up towel under your belly for support. When getting out of bed, log roll onto your side then let your legs hang off the side of the bed and push up to sitting.  This will stress your low back much less than sitting straight up.   Lifting Be sure to bend your knees and keep items close to your body when lifting. If twisting, be sure to stand up straight with the item first and then twist – NEVER lift and twist at the same time.   Holding your child Make sure you alternate and hold your child on both sides (people often hold little ones on the same side/hip and this can be a source of pain).   Low back pain and/ or sciatica can be a problem before, during, and after pregnancy, but it does not need to be a way of life!  If you have any questions regarding the above information or how to minimize low back pain, during pregnancy, please call us to schedule a free consultation, so that we may help you.   

Low back pain is a common occurrence in the pregnant population with as many as 70% of pregnant females reporting low back pain at some point during their pregnancy.  Studies have shown that of these women who report back pain to their health care providers, only 15-30% of them receive treatment.  This is quite an alarming statistic as often times there are simple, straightforward exercises and tips on how to perform daily activities that can significantly help if not resolve this pain.   Why Do Women Experience Back Pain with Pregnancy? The body has to adapt to weight gain in different areas during pregnancy, which changes the demands on the joints and muscles when sitting, laying, and standing  The pelvis becomes more mobile to prepare for delivery, which is often a source of discomfort in the lower back and pelvic areas As the baby grows and there is more weight in the abdomen, a woman's posture changes the curve in her low back which becomes more and more exaggerated If You are Pregnant, Tips to Decrease Pain: Sleeping If sleeping on your side, sleep with a pillow between your knees and arms.  As your belly grows, you may also want to place a small pillow or rolled up towel under your belly for support. When getting out of bed, log roll onto your side then let your legs hang off the side of the bed and push up to sitting.  This will stress your low back much less than sitting straight up.   Lifting Be sure to bend your knees and keep items close to your body when lifting. If twisting, be sure to stand up straight with the item first and then twist – NEVER lift and twist at the same time.   Holding your child Make sure you alternate and hold your child on both sides (people often hold little ones on the same side/hip and this can be a source of pain).   Low back pain can be a problem before, during, and after pregnancy, but it does not need to be a way of life!  If you have any questions regarding the above information or how to minimize low back pain, please call our practice (517-545-3200) and ask to speak to our Women's Health Physical Therapist, Kelly Treiber, DPT.   Kelly Treiber, DPT                                                                                                 Women's/Pelvic Health Physical Therapist                           Mid Michigan PT Clinical Team   #PregnancyLowerBackPain #PregnantLowerBackPain #HowtoAvoidBackPainDuringPregnancy #TipstoDecreaseBackPainDuringPregnancy #

Is back pain causing you to move a little slower and more cautiously? Back pain is one of the most common physical complaints that people experience, while it is reported that more than 80% of the population will experience and seek treatment for back pain at some point in their life. As many people know back pain can also limit a person's ability to simply sit, stand and walk, sleep at night and perform normal daily tasks.   Why Does Back Pain Occur?     Back pain can occur for several reasons, while the most reasons include:     ·         Weak core muscles and weak spinal muscles ·         Poor trunk posture and postural habits ·         ‘Wear and tear' on the spine, resulting in arthritic (aka spondylitic) changes ·         A bulging disc and associated nerve root involvement ·         Sacroiliac joint dysfunction, often due to muscle imbalance.     Regardless of the reason, most people do not seek treatment soon enough and continue to suffer, while often times the problem will become worse, whereby the person may also also start to experience pain, tingling and numbness into the buttock region and legs. When this occurs, many people will take medication to reduce the severity of the pain, however this just masks the problem and does nothing to address the root cause of the problem.   The Solution For Back Pain   Successfully treating back pain, starts with determining the true cause of the problem, while usually a thorough clinical exam that includes a posture assessment, flexibility and strength testing and joint mobility testing will identify the underlying reason for the person's complaints. Then, a comprehensive plan can be formulated to resolve the person's pain complaints and get them back to their normal activities. At Mid-Michigan PT Specialists, we have the training and experience to help someone with back pain and we can commonly resolve a person's pain quickly and get them back to their normal activities sooner than they expect!   If you have low back  problems and you would like to learn more, then we encourage you to schedule a Free Consultation to see if we can help you. Simply call 517-545-3200.