Don't let pain hold you back this summer

There is nothing more devastating than parents who are unable to play with their children, athletes unable to play their sport or employees unable to do their job. Pain of the back, neck, hips, knees, shoulders, feet, etc., can be disruptive to any lifestyle. Wouldn't you like to enjoy your life without that nagging pain? You deserve to, so what help is out there for you?

The first step is to understand how to get help.

"As a physical therapist, I have seen many of my patients return to a normal life without pain, whether they are getting back to work, back to their families or back to a sport. I feel compelled to pass along the fact that patients receive relief from many types of pain through physical therapy," said Mark Bengtson, MPT and Owner of Pinnacle Physical Therapy.

Pain is not a normal. Many people accept that their pain is normal and will never go away. However, many patients suffering from pain need to consider physical therapy as the first line of treatment for their condition. Not only can physical therapy initially get you out of pain, you will also receive education on how to correct body mechanics and imbalances that may be causing the condition or worsening it.

"Our therapist's goals are to help people decrease their pain and get back to enjoying life through walking, bending, biking, running, golfing or just being able to cook and clean pain free," Bengtson said.

Pinnacle Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine is dedicated to helping patients get out of pain. With locations in Post Falls and Coeur d'Alene, Pinnacle can help you live a more enjoyable, pain-free life. Call (208) 777-4242 or visit www.pinnaclephysicaltherapy.org for more information or to schedule an appointment. We accept all forms of insurance, including Medicare/Medicaid and Worker's Compensation.