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Wise words from a fellow PT (and one of my former SportsMed students). Avoid back surgery at all costs and use it only as a last resort. Exhaust all conservative means first. Call us at 510.656.3777 if you have questions about your back or specific diagnosis before considering surgery.... #GetPT1st #SayNoToBackSurgery #GetWellSteveKerr #BackPain #BackSurgery #Repost @holisticarept with @repostapp As a long time Golden State Warriors fan, it is sad to hear about Steve Kerr's struggles recovering from back surgery. It seems his back pain persists, and now experiences chronic migraines due to spinal fluid leakage. If the head coach for the Golden State Warriors, who likely undergone surgery by a top notch neurosurgeon, had such poor results, what should the average Joe think about back surgery? Having treated numerous patients before and after spinal surgery over the past 5 years, here are some things to consider when it comes to back pain and surgery. Surgeries for the spine can be very complicated. Factors that will affect the outcome include: the surgeon, type of procedure, patient's health history, prior level of function, pain level, source of symptoms (Eg. muscular, intradiscal, neurological, bone structure, cystic) just to name a few. Because one back surgery is so different from the next, you should never make a decision for or against surgery based off of the experience of just one friend, family, or celebrity. Generally speaking, back surgeries do have lower success rates compared to surgeries for the extremities (eg. shoulder, knee, hip), mainly due to various aforementioned factors that could cause back pain/dysfunction in the first place. Again, low back pain is complex and varies greatly from one person to the next. It is always a good idea to exhaust conservative approaches, especially #physicaltherapy, before saying yes to back surgery. How experienced is the surgeon? What is the typical success rate? What are common complications with the surgery? What are my other options beside surgery? Do the risks out weigh the benefits? Asking these questions will help you make a better decision. Good luck to Steve Kerr and hope he recovers soon!

Some #Truth for those needing to get out of #pain- Don't be afraid to MOVE, let us show you HOW. #PhysicalTherapy #GetPT1st #LowBackPain #BestOfFremont #Repost @muscle_mind_movement with @repostapp... __ There is a POOR relationship between structural abnormalities and symptoms. People walk around with structural abnormalities their entire life and never experience symptoms of pain. While others get various imaging tests done (Ex. MRI's) that are read as "normal" - yet they show extreme symptoms of pain. For over a year I was the classic example of a pain sufferer. I identified myself with my pain. I obsessed over my shitty scoliosis spine and for a while I saw movement as a threat. I feared getting worse and I feared never feeling normal again. My fear fed back into my pain cycle _______________________ DO NOT OBSESS OVER STRUCTURE. 1 If pain is present - treat the pain (Ex. manual work). 2 Train the non-painful by introducing safe low threshold non-painful movements. 3 Gain mental and physical confidence in those movements. 4 Introduce progressive and higher threshold movements. _______________________ Not one person has the right answer. We are all different and react differently to pain and treatment. Find a team that cares and is knowledgeable (physical therapist, massage therapist, strength coach, etc.) ______________________ MY TEAM: @bodybyboyle @pallofpt @movementasmedicine See more

#Repost @dreamkiller_bolanos with @repostapp ----------------- It's an honor and privilege for us to help people get back to the things they love. Whether it's someone learning to walk again after surgery, a mother with back pain learning how to pick up her child correctly, or in this case an MMA fighter needing to get back in the ring, our goal is to help make those wishes come true. #PhysicalTherapy #BestOfFremont Had to work around a complete MCL tear during this camp,... it was rough and painful...the most painful injury I've ever had but with the help of god, my team @csagym the amazing team at ESPT physical therapy in Fremont I was able to show up as close to 100% as I possibly could've. Complete story #Repost @csagym with @repostapp I'd like to thank everyone who made @dreamkiller_bolanos PRO MMA Debut with @bellatormma possible. This is a a fight that almost didn't happen for multiple reasons lots of thanks are in order but I'll focus on two now. We can now share the fact that about 5 weeks ago Gaston suffered a total MCL rupture/tear at wrestling practice and his debut was in jeopardy. Once the MRI's were done and confirmed the next day he said he still wanted to fight, I told we needed to talk to his Orthopedist and begin Physical Therapy. With the guidance of his DR and the best PT in Northern California Jacon at @elitespt it was established that he would not opt for surgery and focus on rehab. I told Gaston I would only let him fight if he got clearance from both his Orthopedic Surgeon and Physical Therapist thus began the primary focus of the last month of this camp (Rehab) I would film pad videos of him only from the waist up so no one could see the knee brace he was in. This kid busted his a** this last month rehabbing for hours every single day. The average rehab time is at minimum 6-8 weeks for an MCL tear and that if it's a Grade 1 or 2 ... Gaston's tear was Grade 4 total rupture ... I honestly didn't think he could do it... but this kid is special I've said it time and time again. 2 weeks ago incredibly he received clearance from both his doctor and therapist so we moved forward with the fight. See more

Hey FaceBook Fans, It's that time of year again and We Need Your Help! It's the annual Best of Fremont Awards and you got us on the list 4 years in a row. Let's make it 5!! Go to the website at bestinfremont.com and you can vote for us for Best Physical Therapist and Best Health Clinic!... Thank you all for your support. The greatest compliment we receive is your willingness to refer us to your family and friends. We are humbled and honored that you entrust us with their care. With Much Gratitude, The ESPT Team #BestOfFremont #Fremont #PhysicalTherapy #SportsMedicine #ReferAFriend

10 years ago I signed up for this journey not knowing what to expect. 10 years later..... I'm extremely proud of what we've built. A caring first-class organization that strives each and everyday to provide top-notch clinical care to the community we serve. Thankful to Fremont for your trust and Grateful to my awesome team for getting us here!!... #PhysicalTherapy #BestOfFremont #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork #Fremont #HeresTo10More

If you want to try and avoid or stop taking MEDS for your musculoskeletal issues, give us a call at 510.656.3777 to set up your Initial Appt today! #Fremont #BestofFremont #Repost @getpt1st with @repostapp... Movement can replace many drugs, but no drug can ever replace movement. Stay active, it's good for you. If you need help getting started, call a physical therapist. #GetPT1st #physicaltherapy #physicaltherapist #physicalactivity #physiotherapy #movement #behealthy #getfit

Awesome surprise visit today by @zoilafrausto #WarriorPrincess ! Thanks for the picture and the swag! My girls will love the shirts!! Congrats on her win at Glory37! She pours her heart out into her training, hours and hours of blood, sweat, and tears to hone her art (Yes, Meryl Streep, fighting is an art). And it's an honor for us to help her get healthy, avoid injuries, and live out her dreams! #OnToTheNextOne #PhysicalTherapy #SportsMedicine #KickBoxing #MuayThai #GetPT1st #LiveYourDreams

We salute all those starting off the new year with a commitment to getting fitter and healthier in 2017! You need to keep in mind that you can't just add load to faulty movement patterns though. Long hours sitting at the computer, extended commutes, and poor ergonomics with mobile devices all wreak havoc on our bodies. So throwing yourself into a workout program at full speed is not the best idea. Make sure you MOVE WELL First, then MOVE OFTEN.... To prevent injuries from derailing your New Year's resolutions and fitness goals, set up an appointment with one of our Physical Therapists at 510-656-3777 to have a Movement Screen performed to see where you need a little more attention. That way you can TRAIN SMARTER, so you can eventually TRAIN HARDER. #TrainSmarterThenHarder #FMS #MoveWellMoveOften #PhysicalTherapy #Fremont #Healthy2017

Had a fantastic time with the ESPT Team last week at our Annual Holiday Party! #MerryXmas2016 #TeamworkMakesTheDreamwork #Fremont #PhysicalTherapy

Success in sports requires a lot of dedication and commitment on the part of the athlete, their family, and coaches. So when something happens and they are not sure if they can compete, that's where PT's certified as Sports Clinical Specialists can help. After months of hard work, an untimely injury can derail someone from their goals and dreams. With a Sport PT's guidance though, athletes can learn what they need to do to possible allow them to compete. This weekend we got great news that a gymnast injured one week before her competition, was able to compete with our guidance. And not only did she compete, she came in 1st Place in the Individual All Around!! #GetPT1st #SportsMedicine #SportsInjuries #SportsSpecialist #Gymnastics

Some of our awesome PT Aides getting in the holiday spirit and helping to keep things fun for our patients! #HappyHalloween #PhysicalTherapy #Fremont #LaughThePainAway

Nice surprise yesterday when a patient (that I saw one time) came back for treatment on another area and said, "I don't know what you did last time, but it worked. I continued to train, made it to Worlds, was able to compete, and won a BRONZE medal. Thank you." This is why I love doing what I do. We get people back to the things they love, helping them reach their goals and live their dreams!! #PhysicalTherapy #GetPT1st #SportsMedicine #TaeKwonDo #ITFWorldChampionships #JustCallMeMrMiyagi

Anything that you can find at Lowe's or Home Depot , should not be in your body!! A patient came to me with arm pain and numbness/tingling. After previously undergoing cervical fusion at C4-5, doctor was now recommending fusing more levels. WHAT?!? Hold Up! After evaluating the patient, we noticed that his poor posture created a lot of stiffness in the THORACIC spine (just below his neck). If you take that into account with his prior fusion, it's no wonder his lower cerv...ical spine was wrecked! So we got started on loosening up his t-spine and educating him on his posture, and guess what? His symptoms improved! So at his last follow-up he told the surgeon he wanted to push out the surgery. Now instead of rushing into another surgery, He's DELAYING SURGERY! Remember, Physical Therapy should always be FIRST! It's more cost-effective, less painful, less invasive, and deals with the real cause. Give us a call if you need an assessment to see if you can delay or AVOID surgery, injections, or MEDS. #GetPT1st #ChoosePT #PhysicalTherapy #NeckPain #NervePain #NoMedications #AvoidInjections #AvoidSurgery #BestofFremont #BestofNewark