Spinal Decompression & Stretches for Pain Relief

A BodyMend Wellness Clinic PresentationApril, 2014

Introductions Neck & Low Back Pain Spinal Decompression Therapy

◦ demonstration Simple Stretches for Neck and Low Back BioFreeze cold therapy analgesic relief

◦ Sample product BodyMend Wellness Clinic Resources

AGENDA

Create an awareness of what spinal decompression therapy

How it can be used as an effective tool for chronic pain relief of the neck and low back

Introduce simple stretches for the neck and low back that can be used in conjunction, or on their own to alleviate and prevent pain

Session Goals

Chronic neck pain can be due to:

Previous, unhealed injury Strain Poor posture

Can lead to ….

Restricted movement Limitations to daily activities and recreation Tension headaches Migraines

Chronic Neck Pain

Low Back pain can be due to:

Previous, unhealed or untreated injury Strain Poor posture Obesity Prolonged sitting or standing due to work requirements

Can lead to …

Restricted movement and flexibility Limitations to daily activities and recreation Increased risk for injury and strain

Chronic Low Back Pain

PHARMACEUTICAL TREATMENTS: Medications for pain relief affect the entire

body system, causing unpleasant side-effects.

The root cause of the pain is not treated, increasing risk of long-term health complications

Band-aid solution

PAIN RELIEF OPTIONS: Why consider Spinal Decompression Therapy (SDC)?

A non-surgical, non-pharmacological approach to chronic pain relief of the neck and low back

Relieves pressure of pinched nerves and compressed discs of the spine through gentle traction and stretching of the spine

Treatment is customized and monitored for each client by an experienced health practitioner

What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?

Treatment sessions are generally 15-30 minutes long

Can be used in conjunction with other therapies including physiotherapy, chiropractic and massage therapy for best results

What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?

Demonstration

Spinal Decompression Therapy

Encourages relaxation and flexibility of the muscles

Releases natural “feel-good” endorphins that relieve pain

Helps to reverse muscle restrictions that are contributing to pain

Why Stretch?

Hold each stretch for a minimum of 15 seconds, aim for 30 seconds

Stay hydrated

Breath deeply during the stretch

Build stretching into your daily routine

Ensure that you are warm when doing stretches (this minimizes risk for injury)

Helpful Tips with Stretching

Demonstration &

Interactive Session

Neck and Low Back Stretches

QUESTIONS?

Receive 10% off of your purchase of a 4 oz BioFreeze today only, as a special thank

you for attending this event!

BioFreeze Analgesic Cold Therapy for Pain Relief

“Simple stretches for Neck and Low Back” handout

Consultation with our Physiotherapist Consultation with our Chiropractic Doctor Consultation/exercise program development

with our Active Care Specialist/Personal Trainer

Spinal Decompression Therapy program FREE Comprehensive Health Assessment

Additional Resources