October 24, 2024
The holiday season is just around the corner, and while it’s a time of joy, celebration, and spending time with loved ones, it can also be physically demanding. Whether it’s lifting heavy totes full of decorations, cooking for family gatherings, or simply keeping up with the pace of the season, having nagging aches and pains can make it harder to enjoy everything you love. If you’ve been putting off getting that sore back, stiff shoulder, or aching knee checked out, here are three key reasons why now is the perfect time to prioritize your health before the holidays hit.
For many people, the end of the year means they’ve already met their insurance deductible, or they have funds remaining in their Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA). This is a great opportunity to get the care you need without the usual out-of-pocket costs. Using your insurance benefits or HSA/FSA dollars now allows you to invest in your health while taking advantage of what you’ve already paid into throughout the year. Plus, if you don’t use FSA funds by the year’s end, they often expire—so why not put them toward feeling your best?
The holidays bring plenty of physical activity, from lifting heavy shopping bags to decorating the house, cooking, baking, and spending time with children and grandchildren. Don’t let pain hold you back from fully participating in these moments. By addressing your aches now, you can feel stronger, more mobile, and ready to take on the physical demands of the season. Imagine being able to decorate without discomfort or pick up the grandkids without that sharp pain in your back—it’s all possible with the right treatment plan in place.
Delaying care can lead to more complicated problems down the road. The longer you let an issue go, the more time and effort it may take to improve. Think of your pain like a messy oven—if you only have a light layer of grease, it’s easy to clean. But if you wait too long and let layer after layer build up, it takes a lot more scrubbing, time, and effort to get it clean again. Pain and injuries are similar: the sooner you address them, the quicker and easier it is to recover. Don’t wait until the new year to start taking care of yourself—start now so you can get back to doing the things you love as soon as possible.
If you’ve been putting off addressing your aches and pains, don’t wait until after the holidays. Now is the time to take advantage of your insurance or HSA/FSA benefits and ensure you’re feeling your best for the season ahead. Reach out to us at New Life Physical Therapy today, and let’s get you on the road to recovery to feel better and move better!