Gilbert Physical Therapy September 2017

Gilbert Physical Therapy September 2017

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The Gilbert Gazette

A Summer of Weddings Patrick and Chris Give Us an Inside Look at Their Special Days

T his summer, the team at Gilbert Chris and Samantha Sierotowicz. This month, I wanted each of our physical therapists to share a little more about their wedding days and their spouses. We hope you enjoy reading about their special days as much as we enjoyed celebrating with them! Patrick Bloom: My wife, Krystal, and I married on June 3 after less than a year of dating and a long engagement. I met Krystal online, but we both attended Penn State University, we lived in the same apartment building for a year, and she lived three doors down from a friend of mine back inmy hometown. Somehow, our paths never crossed, but it must have been fate to have met in a different setting. Physical Therapy celebrated two beautiful weddings: Patrick and Krystal Bloom, and

asked her to marry me. There were other people at the shrine, and they ended up taking pictures for us, even of my snow-soaked pant leg! Our wedding was fantastic. Everything came together nicely, and we married at General Potter Farm. Krystal looked beautiful, and the ceremony ran smoothly. Krystal is an amazing planner, so she organized every single detail. For our honeymoon, we took a trip down to Universal Studios and spent a few days exploring Harry PotterWorld. After that, we took off to Mexico for a week of relaxation. We came back feeling refreshed, just in time to attend Chris’wedding. I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with Krystal. Chris Sierotowicz: I met my wife, Samantha, at physical therapy school at Temple University. We became fast friends, and we remained friends for a fewmonths before I decided to ask her on a date. After dating for a while, I proposed to Samantha while we were at the beach with our friends. It was the perfect setting, and we began planning as soon as she said yes. Samantha and I married on June 16 at The Inn at Leola Village outside of Lancaster. Samantha looked stunning, just like she does every day. The day was a little overcast, so we were concerned that it might rain. Just to be safe, we moved the outdoor ceremony inside, and held the procession there. The weather held, and the sun even came

out after the ceremony, so we moved our cocktail hour outside so everyone could enjoy the sunshine. The night was great, and everything went smoothly. Everyone enjoyed the music, and we had a blast dancing the night away.

For our honeymoon, Samantha and I flew to Maui,

and it was truly a paradise. We did a lot of snorkeling and took an amazing excursion to Mt. Haleakala. We drove to the top of the volcano,

watched the sun rise over the clouds, and then biked down the mountain. Our wedding day and honeymoon were both fantastic, and we are both extremely happy. I look forward to the rest of my life with Samantha. Michael: Congratulations, again, to both of my teammembers. We are so happy for you, and we wish you a lifetime of love and happiness. – Michael M Gilbert, DPT

For our very first date, Krystal and I walked around the Penn State campus. The day I proposed, we recreated our first date, and we walked up to the Lion Shrine where I got down on one knee and

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FRESHER, CHEAPER, TASTIER The Benefits of Seasonal Eating

The nutritional benefits of fruits and vegetables hardly need explaining. While the stock of protein, carbs, and fat seems to rise and fall at random, the value of fruits and veggies never wavers. These health staples, though, can put a dent in your wallet if you’re not making the right choices at the market. One way to feed your family healthy and delicious produce on the cheap is to eat seasonally. Not only will this save you money, but you will also vary your diet, support local farms, and put the freshest foods on your table. Ever wonder why tomatoes cost so much more in December than in July? The answer is simple: shipping distance. The less a tomato needs to travel to make it to your plate, the less it will cost. Transporting produce long distances is expensive because it needs to be protected and temperature-controlled. Eating seasonally means you’ll save a ton on fruits and veggies.

Even better is to cut out the middleman entirely and buy directly from a supplier. In his exceptional cookbook, “Six Seasons: A NewWay With Vegetables,” Joshua McFadden writes, “The best way to eat with the seasons is to frequent and support local farms, markets, and grocery stores that are doing good things.” Farmers markets have exploded in number and popularity recently, and the USDA website (ams.usda.gov) has a directory of markets that you can search for by ZIP code. Learning what’s in season at a given time might seem like a daunting task, but there are plenty of tools to help you. Again, the farmers market is your friend here. You can ask what’s in peak season now and what to look forward to in the coming weeks. Apps like Farmstand will also let you know the freshest crops in your area and alert you to deals on produce. Even if you opt for a grocery store rather than farmers market, you can still save by eating seasonally. You’ll be shocked how much you save by buying what’s on sale. And guess which items are usually on sale? The ones that are in-season and abundant. Getting the nutritional benefits and great taste of fresh produce doesn’t need to cost an arm and a leg. Eat seasonally and locally, and the savings will pile up.

September Testimonials Don’t Just Take Our Word for It

NO NEED FOR ARM, CART, OR CANE! Whenmy doctor said, “I’ll send you for some physical therapy,”I had no idea howmuch that would helpme. But I

CHALLENGE ACCEPTED AND ACHIEVED! “Onmy first appointment to Gilbert, I was bent over, I walked

slowly, leaning to one side, and I experienced excruciating pain. Dr. Jon diagnosed that I had sciatica and arthritis. With a positive attitude, he assuredme things would get better. As Dr. Jon led the Gilbert team, including Beth, Rachel, and Pat, I learnedmany valuable exercises and tips that I will use each day tomaintain the healing that has taken place.

knew the steroids and pain pills weren’t enough. The stereotype of a little old lady exclaiming,“Oh, my sciatica,” didn’t seem as funny as it had inmy youth. I clutched onto my husband’s arm tomake it into a movie and gratefully crawled into a motorized grocery cart. Sometimes, the pain shooting downmy leg stoppedme inmy tracks. I bought a bright blue cane. From the start, my new friends at Gilbert promised no fast fixes. They held to that promise, but ledme through an increasingly upgraded series of exercises andmanipulation that left me with daily victories. With gentle encouragement, I progressed. When I wasn’t ready for the next step, they were quick to adapt andmove on at my speed. As a result, I am leaving PT a stronger senior with no need for arm, cart, or cane. Thank you to all who helped along the way!

“Whenmy son challengedme to walk a‘long’distance without assistance, he said he would take me to a Virginia Tech football game where I could see my grandson, who works with Hokie Vision as a part of the team. The challenge was issued, and Dr. Jon went into high gear. He said,‘You can do that!’Each therapy session included walking on a treadmill for five minutes. I wobbled. Several times, I moved forward only to take a step backward. The Gilbert team continued with an upbeat attitude, encouragedme, and cheeredme onward until I could walk at a decent speed for 3½miles on the treadmill. The game was fabulous, and the Hokies won. I could walk not only around the stadium, but around the campus. It was an amazing time with my son and grandson! “I have joined a gym, I walked 4¼miles onmy last visit, I do aerobics for 30 minutes each week in a class, and I have exercises to do at home to helpme continue moving forward. I can’t express how thankful I am to Dr. Jon, Beth, Rachel, and Pat for using their expertise, their support, their tenacity, and their compassion to give me solutions tomy back problems.” –Nancy A.

–Marty I.

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WHAT’S YOUR MOTIVATION? Your Attitude Directly Influences Your Ability to Heal

B ack pain is one of the most common reasons why people miss out on work and miss out on life. Everyone who experiences pain wants to get better, but healing begins with your motivations. Until someone has the right mindset and knows “why” they want to improve their back pain, they will not be successful. I have met many people over the years who tell me, “I have been to a surgeon, and he says I need surgery to fix my back. I’m not sure how you are going to help me.” Or, “I have tried physical therapy before, and I don’t think I can be helped. I’m not sure how you are going to be different.” Sadly, these patients all have one thing in common: They have no hope that physical therapy will cure their back pain. There is nothing worse than the preconceived notion that your prescribed treatment will not help you. I could put together the best treatment plan ever known to man, but if the person on the other end is convinced it will not work, it won’t. No matter what attitude your thoughts provoke, they are going to have an impact on your ability to get better.

Though physical therapists spend a lot of time and effort helping their patients learn effective stretching and strengthening techniques, the mental aspect of healing is often neglected. One of the biggest mental components of getting better is doing something long enough to get results. Many people are used to seeing instant results, but pain from 15 to 20 years of hard labor will not heal with a short 6-week program. What you need to understand is that healing is not instant. Your mindset will affect your healing process, and your “why’s” for getting better will provide motivation for healing. Without motivation, you have nothing to drive you forward. Personally, I keep my back healthy so that I can keep up with my children, participate in their sports activities, and not experience pain while doing so! Your motivation for finding a solution to your back pain may be different than mine, but you need to discover your “why” for treating your back pain. If you train yourself to be positive and focused, believe that your treatment will help you, and find your motivation, you will reach your goal.

Take a Break

Apple Cider Chicken

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil

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1 Granny Smith apple, cored and sliced into 1-inch wedges

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2 tablespoons butter

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3 cloves garlic, minced

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds) Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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2 teaspoons dried thyme

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2 bay leaves

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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

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1Vidalia onion, chopped

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11 cups apple cider

Directions

1. Heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. 2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, add to pan and sear until golden, about 4 minutes each side. Remove chicken from pan and set aside. 3. Add remaining butter, onion, apple, garlic, thyme and bay leaves. Sauté until apple begins to get color and onions soften, about 6 minutes. Add flour and stir for 2–3 minutes. 4. Nestle chicken back into pan, add cider, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook until chicken is cooked through, about 12 minutes. Recipe courtesy of foodnetwork.com

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A Summer of Weddings

Fresher, Cheaper, Tastier September Testimonials

What Drives You to Cure Your Back Pain? Apple Cider Chicken

The Museum of What?

The Museum of What?

The World’s Strangest Museums

M useums are a staple of vacations no matter where you travel. Everyone has heard of the Louvre and the Smithsonian, but you might be surprised to learn about some of the stranger museums around the world. For nearly every passion, there is a building somewhere dedicated to it. Take a look at some of the weirdest. A functioning toilet is something everyone takes for granted until they don’t have access to one. In India’s capital, you can explore the fascinating history of commodes. From primitive examples you would never use today to gold-plated bathroom thrones from palaces across the world, the variety of toilets on display is staggering. Divided into three sections — ancient, medieval, and modern — you’ll be shocked at how much you can learn about history and culture through an examination of the ways a society flushes (or doesn’t). SULABH INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF TOILETS Delhi, India

artwork from history, but only one dedicated to less-than-successful artistic endeavors. The Museum of Bad Art, or MOBA, promotes itself as the home of “art too bad to be ignored.” A trip to MOBA will leave you smiling, laughing, and feeling a little better about the fact that you’re not Picasso.

MOMOFUKU ANDO INSTANT RAMEN MUSEUM Osaka, Japan

It’s not just college students and video gamers who love ramen. Since the invention of the instant noodles by Momofuku Ando in 1958, ramen has evolved into a beloved dietary staple from Japan to Jamaica. The museum named after its creator offers you the chance to look at some of the strangest versions from around the world. As an added bonus, you can even design your own packaging. Bring along some chopsticks, as there are plenty of samples to slurp up.

THE KANSAS BARBEDWIRE MUSEUM Rush County, Kansas

Plenty of museums are hands-off, but that’s usually to protect the precious objects held within. At the Kansas BarbedWire Museum, not touching the exhibits is just sound advice. The development of barbed wire was instrumental in settling the American West, and this museum pays tribute to the ingenuity of those farmers who wanted to make sure their cattle stayed on their property and thieves stayed out.

THE MUSEUM OF BAD ART Dedham, Massachusetts

There are plenty of museums dedicated to exceptional

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