11/24/2025
THE TURKEY PAIN SCALE (Because Thanksgiving has its own kind of aches) 🍂
0️⃣ “Cold Turkey” – No pain at all. You’re strutting around like the star of the parade.
1️⃣–2️⃣ “Light Gobble” – Mild ache. You notice it, but you can still outrun your relatives when they ask you to bring an extra side dish.
3️⃣–4️⃣ “Stuffing Stretch” – Annoying but manageable. Bending over feels like reaching into a too-deep casserole dish.
5️⃣–6️⃣ “Mashed Potato Pressure” – Definitely discomfort. You’re moving slower than a turkey trying to cross the road.
7️⃣–8️⃣ “Full Gobble Emergency” – Pain is real. You’re considering using the gravy boat as a heat pack.
9️⃣ “Turkey Trot Disaster” – Every movement feels like you attempted the 5K after zero training and a pie-based diet.
🔟 “Crispy Catastrophe” – You’re done. Stick a fork in you (gently, please). It’s time for PT ASAP. 😂
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🍗 Whether it's post-holiday aches, lifting too many plates, or the Turkey Trot you swear you’ll never run again… we’ve got your back (and knees, and shoulders)!
We, at Ignite Physical Therapy in Welsh, LA, can help you through those aches. You can reach us at 337-761-4935.
We hope that you all have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving holiday!
