InMotion PT July 2019

InMotion PT July 2019

JULY 2019

3001 HUNGARY SPRING RD., STE. D | RICHMOND, VA 23228

5711 S LABURNUM AVE. | RICHMOND, VA 23231

804.756.8490

804.447.5355

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GIVING PATIENTS THE CARE THEY DESERVE HOW I BECAME

A PHYSICAL THERAPIST

My career as a physical therapist has spanned 18 years. I spent five years in a large outpatient company, and the last 13 have been at InMotion. It’s crazy to think that my interest in this career I’m so passionate about stemmed from one of the most harrowing experiences of my life. Nothing piques your interest in physical therapy like needing it to heal from your own extensive injuries. When I was 14, I was in a hunting accident. My gun discharged into my right ankle, and without going into too much detail about the injury, I almost lost my leg as a result. Luckily, that didn’t happen, and thanks to a year’s worth of physical therapy, I regained full use of that leg. I wasn’t immediately set on practicing physical therapy from that experience, but it did get me interested in the medical field in general. Before I went to college, I volunteered with a lot of physicians at different clinics. I was also working for my dad doing office supply distribution, but I knew I didn’t want

to pursue an education or career in that. I finally got the chance to volunteer with a physical therapist, and through that experience, I found the career that I wanted. In 2001, I received my master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, and in 2008, I received my doctorate of physical therapy from Virginia Commonwealth University. As I mentioned above, I started my career working at a large outpatient company for about five years, but after that, I started my own private practice. While the company offered me a terrific opportunity to work with a lot of great physical therapists, I saw the work environment change for the worse. They became more focused on making a profit than on actually helping patients. It didn’t matter what care the patient actually needed. If it didn’t fit with the company’s bottom line, it didn’t happen. As much as I value the experience I gained there, I knew I needed to start my own clinic to give patients the treatment they deserve.

I don’t regret that decision in the slightest. For the past 13 years, I’ve had the chance to meet and work with all sorts of people in an environment where the top priority is helping them recover and get back to doing the activities they love. The staff members at both InMotion offices feel like family, and they do a great job of making our patients feel like family too. I’m extremely fortunate that I get to do what I love and that I get to do it how I think it should be done, all while providing for my family. My wife and I have been married for 24 years now, and we have three sons. When I’m not at the office, we love camping and fishing in Deltaville and down in the Florida Keys. If someone you know needs a physical therapist, tell them they’ll get the care they deserve at InMotion PT!

–Tom Bohanon

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LIMBERING UP FOR YOUR NEXT ROAD TRIP

Even though road trips offer you a break from the monotony of your office, the stiffness in your muscles and joints that comes from sitting in one position for too long can follow you onto the road if you’re not careful. Whether in front of a laptop or behind the wheel, taking the opportunity to stretch and exercise on your summer road trip is a great way to prevent the soreness from following you back to the office. Here are a few stretches to keep in mind for the next rest stop.

your elbows at 90-degree angles, then lean forward. This will cause your chest muscles to open up. Hold this position for 15 seconds. You can do a similar stretch by bending downward while keeping your hands on your car door in front of you, stretching your entire upper body. While you’re driving, a good way to prevent sore hips is by making sure your knees are slightly elevated above them in your seat. Once you have the opportunity to stop, try doing some hip flexors. Kneel on one knee, slowly push your pelvis forward, squeeze your shoulders back, and open your chest. Hold this position for 15 seconds, then repeat while kneeling on the other knee. FOR THE HIPS

FOR THE NECK

your arms upward, and then lean your upper body forward. You’ll feel a pull in the back of your upper leg. Once you’ve done this for about 15–30 seconds, repeat the process with your left heel. The road may be long, but that doesn’t mean you have to feel it in your muscles. If you stop every couple of hours and take some time to limber up, your body will thank you.

Reach your left arm over the top of your head and touch your right ear. Then, gently pull your head to the left and hold it there for 15 seconds. Repeat this process with your right arm.

FOR THE CHEST

FOR THE LEGS

Stand in front of a door frame with one hand pressed on either side and

To stretch out your hamstrings, place your right heel on a small step. Extend

ZUCCHINI, AVOCADO, AND SWISS CHARD—OHMY! A GUIDE TO EATING SEASONALLY THIS JULY

When you eat something during its harvesting season, you get the most out of your meal. In-season fruits and vegetables are more nutrient-dense than their out-of-season counterparts, and there’s no matching the flavor profile of fresh, in-season produce. Even better, because in-season foods are so bountiful during their peak, you can save a lot of money by shopping with the season. This July, enjoy some tasty foods during their prime with this handy guide.

Don’t forget about the cherries and blueberries, too! Because these fruits are so plentiful this time of the year, it’s easy to find ingredients for your favorite recipes. Host a Latin-inspired foods night with fresh guacamole and salsa, or make a delectable shortcake with a blackberry and strawberry mixture on top. There’s no better time to fire up the grill than July, and not just because of the weather. Zucchini and corn reach their peak during July, and these grilling favorites pair well with steaks, burgers, hot dogs, or fish. Go low-carb by stuffing your zucchini with vegetables and a protein for a charred skillet bowl. Even better, add some corn to your fresh salsa to add an extra zing to your GRILL GAME SO STRONG

tacos. Regardless of how you utilize them, zucchini and corn are sweetest, juiciest, and freshest during July.

GO GREEN

Filling your plate with plenty of greens is never easier than in July. Pick up a bundle of spinach, arugula, lettuce, Swiss chard, or any other leafy green, which are all juiciest and freshest during July. Cucumbers and green beans are bountiful this time of the year, as well. This July, add some fresh flavor to your water with cucumbers or create hearty salads with any of the leafy greens mentioned above. After all, there’s no better way to celebrate the middle of summer than by consuming its most delicious foods.

FRUITFUL HARVEST

Avocado toast lovers rejoice! Your season is here. Avocados are in season during July, joining many other fruity favorites. Gorge yourself on scrumptious blackberries, sweet strawberries, and bountiful tomatoes.

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