Cornerstone PT - June 2018

June 2018

CORNERSTONE Monthly

77 Brant Avenue Suite 101, Clark, NJ 07066 • www.cornerstoneptnj.com • 732.499.4540

Cornerstone PT Patients

Well, June is here, which means the kids’ sports schedule is in full swing. My son’s lacrosse season is winding down, while both baseball and softball leagues are reaching their midpoint. It’s great to see all the training and hard work our son and daughter have been putting into these sports pay off. It also makes for a hectic schedule for my wife and me. Our weekends are basically booked straight through with games and tournaments, including Father’s Day. But I wouldn’t have it any other way; there’s nothing I want more as a dad than to be there for my kids. “I’ve saved each and every card from both my son and daughter over the years.” MY KIND OF FATHER’S DAY CARDS, SPORTS, AND STEAK They do spoil me a bit on that particular Sunday, though. My favorite part is that the kids each give me a card every year. My son is in elementary school, so he uses his enhanced access to arts-and-craft supplies to make some really creative homemade notes for the occasion. I’ve saved each and every card from both my son and daughter over the years. They’re real treasures. After cheering on the kids at their games, we go have a nice dinner. We sit out on the porch and grill most Sundays, and Father’s Day isn’t any different. I love to relax at home and cook up a nice steak. In my opinion, a steak should be served medium-rare — end of story. Unfortunately, for the longest time, my wife was a “well-done” kind of girl. It was the hardest thing for me to consciously fry all the juicy tenderness

VIP Referral Patient of the Month!

BRENDA REDSHAW

The best compliment we can receive is to have one of our patients refer a friend or family member to our practice. If you refer someone, and we are able to take them as a patient, you and the person who was referred

out of a perfectly good piece of meat. I gradually won her over, so I no longer have to grill a perfectly good steak down to a hockey puck. I got into grilling thanks to my grandfather. He was a butcher by trade and taught me how to find and prepare quality meat. I could tell a quality strip from a gristly mess right there in the supermarket. Of course, his lessons have largely been made irrelevant now. With the rise of organic and grass-fed products, there are different indicators to look for than in his day. Still, I enjoy carrying on the family tradition in my own small way, grilling quality cuts for the family. And that’s our Father’s Day in a nutshell. With a day filled with cards, sports, and steak, I honestly couldn’t ask for a better way to spend time with the family. I’m sure many of our readers have their own Father’s Day traditions. Swing by the clinic or send us an email; we’d love to hear from you! Maybe we could even swap grilling advice and recipes.

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To all the dads, granddads, and great-granddads out there, Happy Father’s Day!

– David DeLaFuente

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(From left to right: David De La Fuente PT, DPT, and recent Cornerstone graduate Jessica Angowski)

“After years of jaw pain and not being able to eat certain foods without extreme discomfort, I had lost hope for recovery. But David and everyone at Cornerstone Physical Therapy restored my hope and had me feeling great for the first time in years. Thank you so much! — Jessica Angowski

Get Back Out There

LASER THERAPY MEANS LESS RECOVERY TIME

We’re sure many of you have been out enjoying the sunshine recently. Whether you’ve been hiking, gardening, golfing, or just going for strolls around town, we here at Cornerstone Physical Therapy Health and Wellness Center want to make sure you get the most out of the warm weather — especially if we’re set to have another winter like last year. Hopefully you can have fun in the sun without incident. But accidents, sport injuries, and aches and pains happen. When they do, we want to ensure our therapists can get you back to doing what you love as quickly and as painlessly as possible so you don’t have to spend the rest of these pleasant months cooped up indoors. That’s why we offer deep laser therapy. This cutting-edge treatment allows for faster treatment times for many of the most common sports injuries we see at our clinic. On top of hastening the body’s healing process, laser therapy reduces swelling and provides pain relief. The fact that it’s noninvasive means you don’t have to worry about surgical complications or extensive rehabilitation. We’re big fans of this treatment option at Cornerstone. When David’s daughter suffered a softball injury during preseason training, our Class IV laser treatment had her feeling great and back on the field before her first big game. That’s a win in our book! So whether you’re suffering from shin splints, tennis elbow, an ACL tear, a strained hamstring, sprained ankles, or a sore back from yardwork, consider this modern medical treatment. We know how much our patients value their time outdoors, and we want to help you make the most of it!

(From left to right: David De La Fuente PT, DPT, and recent Cornerstone graduate Thomas O’Neill)

“I could not be more happy with the great job Dave and the staff at Cornerstone did. From the beginning with a very week knee they pushed me and now my knee is ready to go!! Thank you! You made rehab FUN!” — Thomas O’Neill

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SO TREAT IT LIKE ONE! YARDWORK IS A WORKOUT

Spring may be coming to a close, but there’s still a lot to be done in gardens, planter boxes, and yards. As the weather gets hotter and more humid, what felt like a fun hobby in March may really begin to feel like a chore come July. All the weeding, trimming, and mowing required to keep your yard looking great can become quite the workout. So why don’t we approach yardwork the same way we would a morning jog or a day at the gym? It may be seen as “just a hobby,” but that doesn’t mean it’s any less physically demanding. To avoid overexertion or injury while taking care of your yard this year, try treating it the same way you would an exercise routine. WARM UP As with all physical exercise, the best way to prevent injury is by properly warming up your muscles and joints beforehand. Take a few minutes to stretch, and maybe throw in a few squats and lunges if you

are going to be kneeling a lot. Diving into yardwork unprepared can easily lead to pulled muscles and a sore back. REHYDRATE Don’t feel ashamed to put down the shovel and stagger back inside for a cool glass of water. It’s easy to become dehydrated when working outside during the summer, even when you aren’t pulling weeds in the hot sun. If you are the kind of person who gets fixated on doing a job, we recommend setting a timer to remind you to take a break and get some water. Your muscles need hydration to recover faster, which means less pain

break, stretch, or even call it a day. If the pain persists, you may need to seek the help of a physical therapist.

when you wake up in the morning. DON’T PUSH IT

Having a great-looking yard is a rewarding feeling and a great workout. Hopefully, these tips make it all a little easier. If you have any gardening tips or just want to show us pictures of your handiwork, swing by the clinic or send us an email! We’d love to hear from you!

No yard is worth suffering over. If at any point in your yardwork something really hurts, stop immediately. You may have an injury or be on the verge of one. Take a

BALSAMIC CHICKEN WITH BACON AND APPLES With this one-pan wonder, you can complete an entire meal in under an hour. It tastes delicious and makes your kitchen smell heavenly.

INGREDIENTS

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1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, cut into pieces

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10 ounces Brussels sprouts, halved, stems removed

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1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

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2 apples, cored, peeled, and coarsely chopped

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1/2 cup olive oil

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Juice of 1/2 lemon

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6 slices bacon, cut into squares

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2 cloves garlic, crushed

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Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

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1/4 cup rosemary, finely chopped

DIRECTIONS

1. Blend balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon, rosemary, and garlic to create marinade. Pour into bowl or sealable bag and add chicken. Marinate for at least 5 minutes or up to 12 hours. The longer you marinate, the more flavorful the chicken will be. 2. Heat oven to 375 F. Spread Brussels

marinade over the top. Season with salt and pepper. 3. Bake 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through. For extra crunchiness, turn the heat up to 425 F for the last 5 minutes. 4. Transfer to platter and serve immediately. 5. Place in serving bowl and top with feta.

sprouts, bacon, and apples on a baking sheet. Add chicken and pour any extra

Recipe inspired by realsimple.com

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INSIDE This Issue

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My Kind of Father’s Day

Testimonials

Get Back Out There With Laser Therapy

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The Secret to Safer Yard Work

Balsamic Chicken With Bacon and Apples

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Cut Down on Flight Costs With This Simple Rule

The Best Time to Book a Flight

SAVE BIG ON AIRFARE WITH THIS SIMPLE RULE

In case you haven’t noticed, traveling is expensive. It can feel like you’re signing away your soul when you sit down to plan a vacation. But when it comes to flights, there’s good news: They’re getting cheaper! According to a 2017 report published by online travel company ODIGEO, long-distance trips across Europe fell 7 percent last year. Luckily, the same trend is reflected in North American airlines as they engage in a price war to woo a growing base of ultrafrugal travelers. Still, a $600 summer flight to Honolulu isn’t exactly pocket change. What’s worse, flight prices are slippery; CheapAir.com’s 2017 Annual Airfare Study determined that the fares for any given trip go up or down an average of 71 times, about $33 each shift. When you purchase your flight is nearly as important as where you’re going. But how do you choose a booking window that will maximize your savings?

According to the CheapAir.com study, in which they evaluated 921 million airfares, the best time to book is 21–105 days in advance of your flight, on average. If you want to get even more specific, try to book 55–75 days out, and book on a Sunday. Many travelers swear by Tuesday and Wednesday bookings, but as Condé Nast Traveler reports, Expedia and the Airlines Reporting Corporation say that Sunday is the way to go, based on >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

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