Determining The Origins of Your Pain
Have you been struggling with pain and aren’t even sure how it started? Have you gotten advice that doesn’t seem to help your pain? Physical therapists are trained in identifying and treating the source of your pain, allowing you to shift away from using pain medication to treat the symptoms.
Different types of pain can tell you about your body and overall health. Sometimes, pain in your arm or your leg may have little to nothing to do with an actual issue in your arm or leg. Physical therapists are specialists in identifying the causes of pain.
A physical therapist knows how the body’s systems work. This understanding makes it possible to identify the potential causes of pain, even if the pain is manifesting itself in an unusual or seemingly inexplicable way.
Whether you are suffering from pain in your head, back, neck, or anywhere else in your body, working with a physical therapist can help you find the relief you are looking for.
Call Soleil Physical Therapy & Wellness Inc today and set up an appointment with our highly trained physical therapists!
Our Patients Get Great Results
“There are so many reasons to recommend Soleil Physical Therapy. The office staff are great. They are organized and accommodating and always greet me with a smile. Dave did the initial assessment and reevaluations. He explained my problem better than the doctors who referred me. Dave doesn’t just understand how the human body works, he is able to communicate his finding well enough that I understand how I got there and how to fix it. Leah and Ron are the physical therapists I worked with. At the start of a session, Leah will ask how I am feeling, and she is clearly listening and evaluating my response and puts my progress in context. Somehow, she can decipher my muddled complaints and come up with the perfect stretch or exercise. Ron will encourage me to push a little harder than I might have otherwise but also adjust the exercises to accommodate the limitations of my injury. He patiently explained some exercises to me that I was confused about until I was clear about the purpose of each. I received acupuncture from Wernjane and she is such a kind and caring person. I have had acupuncture before, but still I was surprised at how quickly the pain went away and how long the pain relief lasted. They are all invested in helping me and encouraged me to do the work at home to get the best results. I made great progress at Soleil and by the time I was released from care I was stronger than I have been in years. I have already recommended Soleil to a few friends, and I absolutely recommend them to anyone who has pain or stiffness.” – Susan
Understanding Your Pain
Sometimes pain develops at the exact moment you are doing something, and you can quickly identify the cause. A new pair of shoes may cause pain in your feet while walking, or your back starts hurting when you lift something heavy. But there are other situations in which pain develops, and the cause of the pain is unclear. No matter what the scenario is, your physical therapist can help you.
When you meet with a physical therapist to determine where your pain may be coming from, the first thing you’ll do is have a conversation about it. Your therapist will likely want to know:
- How long you’ve been experiencing your symptoms
- Where it developed and where is it currently
- What makes your pain better and what makes it worse
- Whether or not your pain only happens at particular times of the day or year
These distinctions can help shed some light on what may be causing your discomfort and direct the type of intervention you will need to resolve your problem. Our physical therapist will interpret what you tell them into what the body is trying to say to you!
Regardless of where your pain is, how long you’ve been dealing with it, or how intense the pain feels, the intelligent thing to do when pain develops is to speak with a physical therapist. Working with a physical therapist can help you finally get a step ahead of your pain, finding treatment options that are designed to provide you with long-term relief instead of temporary relief from medication.
How Physical Therapy Can Help You Find Relief
Identifying the root cause of your pain can be difficult, which makes it challenging to treat. Your therapists will determine and categorize your condition through a series of targeted questions, mobility tests, strength tests, and movement screens. This comprehensive assessment allows the therapist to establish what the likely source of your pain is and exactly how to resolve it.
Every sensation you experience is associated with different types of problems, so describing your experience of pain may help determine the best treatment methods for your body’s needs. Our therapists will focus on providing the most effective strategy for relief. This systematic approach allows the therapist also to outline your path to recovery in a predictable way.
The main emphasis of physical therapy is education about the likely source of your pain and instruction on effective techniques for relief. Our goals include:
- Reduce pain quickly through targeted movements/stretches
- Strengthening exercises to address weak muscles contributing to your pain
- Return to normal functioning in daily activities
- Education on how to avoid recurring pain (avoid painful postures and movements)
We focus on doing what helps you feel better and move better!
Call & Make an Appointment Today
Our physical therapists use a systematic approach to pain. They will provide you with targeted exercises and techniques that promote your independence in taking care of your pain now and in the future. Call Soleil Physical Therapy & Wellness Inc today for a comprehensive assessment and learn what steps you can take to alleviate your pain and prevent further episodes!
Meet Our Team
Shannon Paisley
Office Manager
Wernjane Yue
MS, MAOM, Licensed Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist
Ron Maciel
B.S., PTA
Dave Bacani
PT, DPT, MSPT, MTC, Cert. DN Clinical Director
Jameillah Newhouse
DPT, LMT
Roasted Chicken and Vegetables
A simple, protein-packed one-pan meal featuring tender roasted chicken and colorful vegetables. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or healthy meal prep.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
- 2 cups baby potatoes, halved
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley and lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease or line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the broccoli, Brussels sprouts, potatoes, and carrots with olive oil, garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning, then place them on the baking sheet alongside the vegetables.
- Roast for 30–35 minutes, stirring the vegetables halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the vegetables are tender.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with the roasted vegetables and garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, if desired.