KewaneePT.Prevent injuries with physical activity

KewaneePT.Prevent injuries with physical activity

Health &Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

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Kewanee Is Celebrating National Physical Therapy Month!

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Tips For Preventing Avoidable Injuries With Physical Activity • Kewanee Is Raising Breast Cancer Awareness

Health & Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

Happy Physical Therapy Month! Get to know our team of PTs and PTAs!

Nicholas Interial, Physical Therapist I have always wanted to become a PT because I was treated for injuries while playing sports in high school and enjoyedmy experience and at that time realized their ability to help others. From that point on, I valued them in their ability to help people get better inmany ways. I valued themas a pillar in the community and I wanted to hold that same value. I have always had a

Jena Young, Physical Therapy Assistant I became a PTA withmy main thought being how I would be able to help people. I would help restore their function and getting back to doing things they enjoy. Little did I knowwhat a blessing it would be to me. I get to meet so many amazing people. I get to learn somuch about themand their

families throughout our treatment times. I love the feeling of earning my patients trust. For these and many other reasons, I am so thankful and blessed to have chosen a career I love and that fulfills me so much. Jon DeBord, Physical Therapist

desire to help people in any way I could. Watching someone go from a very diminished level of function to reaching their goals and getting back to their normal activities plus more has been a very rewarding experience and the reason I truly enjoy and love our profession. Hannah Bridgewater, Physical Therapy Assistant

I knew I wanted to be a PT after watching howmy grandmother’s PTs helped her recover after a stroke. I was also on the receiving-end of PT after several orthopedic surgeries during high school and college, which I think shapedmy approach to the way I treat my patients. I’ve been a PT for 24 years, so I’ve had a lot of memorable

My whole life I’ve had an interest in science classes, sports, and human anatomy and physiology. I chose physical therapy because of the wide range of settings you can practice in. I love outpatient therapy the most because of the relationships you get to build with your patients. There is great personal reward and joy in knowing that I had a role in seeing the patients quality of life and function restored.

experiences. I think the best part of what we do is having the time to develop relationships with our patients. We get to celebrate their victories and encourage them through their challenges. I truly believe that I have learned a lot of valuable life lessons from my patients’ words of wisdom throughout the years. Scott Salisbury, Physical Therapist I have been a PT for 13 years in the outpatient setting at Stark County Physical Therapy. My most memorable PT experience has been working with a 5 year-old girl with balance and gait issues following 2 years of treatment for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. To witness the improvement in her balance and gait and her excitement to be able to run and play again was a very rewarding experience.

April Taylor, Physical Therapist I became a physical therapist because at a youngage I was interested inhealth science and working with people. As a physical therapist I amable toworkwith patients on a one-on-one basis to help themheal. I have theopportunity towork withmanypatient populations including orthopedics, neurology, and geriatrics. Being a physical therapist has been a

very rewarding career. I have been able to help patientsmeet their goals and help them get back to what’s most important to them, whether that is returning tosport,work, or playingwithgrandchildren. It’s a pleasure to wake up everyday and do something you love!

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TIPS FOR PREVENTING AVOIDABLE INJURIES WITH PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

HOW CAN I PREVENT THESE INJURIES? While it is always a wise decision to consult with a physical therapist, there are some tips you can implement into your personal life as well, in order to decrease your risk of sustaining an injury. These include: • Stretching. This is one of the most important ways to prevent injuries. Your tissues require water in order to be elastic, and stretching helps to bring water into the tissues. This increases muscle flexibility and prevents them from becoming stiff or tight, thus decreasing the chances of them over-stretching and/or tearing. • Hydrating and eating nutritious meals. Did you know that your body is over 70% water? Because of this, it requires water in order to remain supple and function properly. Without adequate water and nutrition, your body’s tissues are more prone to over-stretching and injury. Make sure you drink the recommended 8 glasses of water a day. • Staying within your abilities. It is important to train and practice for any physical activity you’d like to try. Start small in the beginning and build up from there. When you push your body past its current limits, you make yourself more prone to injuries because your body is not prepared for the physical demands being asked of it. • Using the proper equipment. When engaging in any type of physical activity, it is important to make sure you have the right equipment. For example, running shoes, hiking boots, helmets, and more can help you avoid injury and stay safe while doing the activities you enjoy. WHAT SHOULD I DO NOW? If you are suffering from aches and pains, you think you may have sustained an injury, or you’d like to learn more about injury prevention, contact Kewanee Physical Therapy and Rehab Specialists today.

Nomatter what type of physical activity you partake in, it is possible for injuries to occur. Whether you enjoy taking walks at night, playing sports on the weekends, or training for athletic trials throughout the week, it is important to make sure you are always being as safe as possible. WHAT ARE SOME COMMON INJURIES? At Kewanee Physical Therapy and Rehab Specialists, our licensed physical therapists can guide you through proper exercises, stretches, movements, and body control, in order to prevent future injuries from occurring. Many injuries occur due to improper techniques or overexerting your body. Some of the most commonly sustained injuries include sprains, strains, and tendinitis. Many people think “sprains” and “strains” are synonymous; however, they have one distinct difference. Sprains occur when a ligament is stretched beyond its limits or torn, while strains occur when a tendon is stretched beyond its limits or torn. Tendons are tissues that connect muscles to bones, and ligaments are tissues that connect bones to one another. Sprains and strains can both range from mild to severe, and even mild ones may take up to 6 weeks to heal. When they become more severe, braces or surgical correction may be necessary. This will require a longer recovery time, up to 8 weeks or longer, and physical therapy treatments will likely be prescribed. It is important to note that it is in your best interest to have a physical therapist make sure a sprain or strain is fully healed before returning to your normal level of physical activity, as it is common for old sprains and strains to develop again in the future if they have not been properly rehabilitated. Tendinitis is an overuse injury that causes the tendons to become inflamed. There are several reasons why tendinitis may occur, but whatever the case may be, we know that it has developed as a result of unnecessary amounts of strain. Tendinitis can be corrected with physical therapy treatments, since PTs are trained in relieving pain, decreasing inflammation, and restoring you to your normal posture, motion, and function.

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KEWANEE I S RA I S I NG BRE A S T CANCER AWARENE S S

Stand Strong & Stand Together!

KEWANEE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

Join us every Wednesday at 5:30 pm for our Kewanee Cancer Support Group! This is an open group where women can find support from other women who are currently going or have gone through a similar journey in life. RSVP to ensure we meet COVID-19 requirements! To RSVP, or for more information about the group, please contact Ashley Egan at [email protected]. The group meets in the basement of Kewanee Physical Therapy and Rehab Specialists. Enter through the north door closest to the park (Just for Kix is on the door) Please RSVP to Ashley so we can be sure we are meeting COVID-19 requirements! Bring ny ideas, recommendations, conta ts, etc. that you have for our group. See you then!!!! For more information cont ct Ashley Egan - [email protected] Bring any ideas, recommendations, contacts, etc. that you may have for our group! We look forward to seeing you! WE WILL MEET WEEKLY ON WEDNESDAYS AT 5:30PM Join our FB group to stay up to date on all the details! Kewanee Cancer Support Group Who Stand Strong and Stand Together. FindusonFacebook tostay up todatewithwhat’sgoingonwith thegroup! Kewanee Cancer Support GroupWho Stand Strong And StandTogether This is an open group where women can come for support any time that it is needed, find some positive affirmations or quotes, ask questions and meet other women who have been on a similar journey as you. The meetings will consist of a variety of exercise classes, nutrition, crafting, and other social activities. OUR FIRST SUPPORT GROUP MEETING WILL BE WEDNESDAY, JULY 1ST | 5:30PM Kewanee Physical Therapy & Rehab Specialists

Don’t forget your monthly breast self exam! For more information, visit www.breastcancer.org

Help Us Celebrate National PT Month By Fighting Breast Cancer!

OCTOBER 29, 2020 8 AM — 1 1 AM Stop suffering with pain! Join us for a FREE consultation and get back to living your life to the fullest! To reserve your spot, call us today at (309) 852-2200! FREE PHYSICAL THERAPY CONSULTATION DAY! IN HONOR OF NATIONAL PT MONTH, JOIN US FOR A

Kewanee PT is celebrating Nat ional Physical Therapy month by hosting a fundraiser in support of Breast Cancer! We are sel l ing the t-shir ts pictured at right for $12.50 each. All proceeds will go to Kewanee Cancer Support Group!

To get your t-shirt and be a part of our fundraiser, go to: kewaneemovinforlife2020.itemorder.com/sale Thank you for your support!

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