80% of Adults Experience Lower Back Pain You are not alone, about 80 percent of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lifetimes. It is the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading contributor to missed work days. Men and women are equally affected by low back pain, which can range in intensity from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp sensation that leaves the person unable to function normally. Pain can begin abruptly as a result of an accident or by lifting something heavy, or it can develop over time due to changes of the spine caused by posture or holding patterns. Sedentary.
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Research continues to show the immense benefits of touch; which range from treating chronic diseases, neurological disorders and injuries to alleviating the tensions of modern lifestyles.
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Have you been in a car accident? You are not alone according to the NSC, National Safety Council, there are more than 12 million motor vehicle accidents a year involving more than 20 million vehicles. About 30 percent of occupants involved in motor vehicle accidents incur minor to moderate injuries. A common injury that arises from these accidents includes pain and tightness in the back and neck. Neck pain related to whiplash-associated disorders (WADs) most commonly results from motor vehicle accidents.9,10 Whiplash-associated disorders disrupt the daily lives of adults around the world and are associated with considerable pain, suffering, disability, and costs. The majority of adults with traffic injuries report.
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Communication is Key! Let us know if: You’d like more/less pressure. Keep in mind we want the pressure to be a “hurt so good” kind of feeling. Too little pressure won’t give you the therapeutic benefit you are seeking, and too much could have a negative effect on your muscle tissue. You’re too hot or too cold. Changing the temperature or adding/removing a blanket will make a worlds difference in how comfortable you are and how relaxed you can become. You’re uncomfortable…We have 3 different face rests, in differing sizes and all of them adjust any way you like. Let us know which one your favorite is and we’ll make.