Physical Therapy Services of Tennessee June 2018

Physical Therapy Services of Tennessee June 2018

JUNE 2018

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FROM THE DESK OF Dr. Smith

June is here and there are a lot of things going on at PT Services. We have met with our school system physical therapists and occupational therapists to finalize programs to treat the school system kids over the summer. This is accomplished with the cooperation of a lot of people. The school system administrators, school principals and staff, PTS staff, the parents, and most importantly, the students all played a role in making this summer treatment program a success. We have complete preseason physicals on high school athletes from Elizabethton High School, Hampton and Cloudland High School. This also took a lot of cooperation with the school systems, coaches, parents and students. We have been providing these physical exams with the cooperation of physicians from Appalachian Orthopedics in Johnson City as well as ETSU physicians. These are a great group of individuals with donate their time to help our kids. The marks the 41st year we have provided preseason physicals at no charge to the students, parents or school. As always, should you have questions or require our services, please call us at (423) 543-0073. No physician referral is required for consultation, evaluation or treatment.

If you could pass just one of your hobbies to your child, which would it be? Your love of ’60s rock? Your passion for baking cakes? Your obsession with the Cubs? In his book “Habit,” William James says, “Could the young but realize how soon they will become mere walking bundles of habits, they would give more heed to their conduct.” Your toddler may not understand how quickly their actions become ingrained habits, but science sure does. In a survey of 50,000 families, one study by Brown University outlined in the American Journal of Family Therapy found that routines and habits are set by age 9. The same study also found that more family time benefited children in terms of academic performance, sleep patterns, and healthier social and emotional behavior Both findings point to the conclusion that sharing a hobby with your child can have far-reaching benefits. And since they’re established so early, maybe it’s time to introduce some healthy habits and hobbies into your child’s life. Elisa Casas’ daughter Ruby has developed a penchant for vintage clothes shopping by observing her mother on trips to local shops. The chance to share an interest has opened up a new way for them to connect. “I’ll sit happily through the hundredth Powerpuff Girls and bond with Ruby that way,” says Casas, “but when she gravitates to my interests, it’s thrilling. It adds a whole new dynamic to our relationship.” T each a C hild to F ish ... Share Your Favorite Pastime With Your Kids

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Introduce your child to part of your favorite weekend activity. Start by capitalizing on the interest they show in what you’re doing and answer questions in kid-friendly language. According to Parenting magazine, it’s important to encourage the interest without forcing it. If you’re an outdoorsman, share some of the basics of wilderness survival and appreciation. Fishing is one place to start. Next time you go to the lake, find a way to involve your child. During the summer, look for junior fishing competitions they can take part in or watch. Show themhow to bait the hook, cast the line, and reel it in when they feel a tug.

It may take some patience — and result in a few lost fish — but chances are there will be smiles and laughter while your child learns the ropes. Just watch their eyes as you reel in a trout. For baseball fans, help your little one understand what all the cheering is about. The fun colors are enough to grab their attention, so take a moment to teach them a player’s name and what the positions are called. If they understand what’s going on, they’ll be more likely to take interest. If cooking is your way to decompress, invite your child to talk with you while you’re sauteeing the garlic. Ask if they want to be your sous chef — they can help you sprinkle salt on the potatoes or pour the cup of milk into pancake batter. It can be a bit nerve- wracking to watch their unsteady hands hold a bowl of flour, but they will benefit from the chance to prove themselves and gain independence. “Children learn

from mistakes,” explains Rebecca Jackson, author of “The Learning Habit.” Remember that even if they make a mistake, it’s an opportunity for them to learn. After a tiring day at work, it’s tempting to sit back and scan your phone for social media posts. But if this is your evening ritual, remember that your toddler is picking up on this habit. What if you shared your love of reading instead? You’ve been meaning to read “Lord of the Rings” ever since the movies came out —why not read it aloud to your child? While they may not understand the content yet, the quality time together will be more beneficial to both of you than screen time. Sometimes the activities kids pick up stick with them for a lifetime, especially when that interest is shared by a loved one. It may be a time investment to teach your toddler about your favorite activity, but the returns will be well worth it.

Nonphysical Benefits of Physical Therapy

It’s not uncommon for physical therapy (PT) to focus on the strictly physiological aspects of your health; after all, the word “physical” is right there in the name. But while PT is an incredible recovery tool, it provides a number of other benefits that are often overlooked.

stress caused by your injury will gradually begin to decrease.

CONFIDENCE BOOST

EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING

deprivation. This can lead to a slew of other health complications and a decrease in quality of life. When you start physical therapy, you push your body to its limits, and the natural effects of exercise will help you sleep better. You’ll also sleep better once pain no longer keeps you tossing and turning at night.

Perhaps the most substantial nonphysical benefit of PT is what it does for your confidence. When you’re on the path to recovery, you don’t have to feel vulnerable anymore. You are in control of your destiny, and that will give you the peace of mind and confidence to achieve your goals. Physical therapy may feel daunting in the beginning as you teach your body to relearn proper movement and work through an injury. But if you stick with it and follow your physical therapist’s instructions, you’ll come out the other side feeling better physically and emotionally.

The emotional impact of PT cannot be overstated. An injury can cause feelings of helplessness, fear, and uncertainty, which can suffocate even the most iron-willed individuals. After a major surgery, it feels defeating to wake up every day with severe limitations. PT helps you take proactive steps toward recuperation, putting the power back in your hands.

STRESS RELIEF

Stress caused by an injury can derail your body’s homeostasis, piling up and creating a catastrophic landslide in your life. By actively participating in regular physical therapy, your mindset will change, and the

SLEEP QUALITY

Before pursuing physical therapy, many patients experience varying levels of sleep

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3 Awesome Dads Fathers Who Put Their Lives on the Line for Their Kids

This Father’s Day, thousands of dads will receive a “No. 1 Dad” mug to sip coffee out of at the office. But the following dads took that “No. 1” to a new level.

it fled. His son was hurt but made a full recovery in the hospital over the coming weeks.

BRIAN MUNN GAVE HIS SON A LIVER TRANSPLANT.

When doctors discovered that baby Caleb Munn had a rare disease call biliary atresia, they told his parents that he was unlikely to survive past age 2 without a liver transplant. Luckily, his father was a perfect match, and he eagerly donated part of his liver in March 2015 to save his son’s life.

ARTUR MAGOMEDOV SAVED HIS DAUGHTERS FROM ISIS.

Artur Magomedov was devastated to discover that his wife had taken his 3- and 10-year-old daughters from their home in Dagestan under the cover of night, flown to Turkey, and crossed into Syria to join ISIS. But he resolved to get his kids back. After a long, hazardous journey, he arrived in Tabqa to embrace his two daughters. To leave the caliphate — under penalty of death — they hitched a ride to the border one night and crawled along a railway line until they were within 70 meters of the border. Then they ran under fire from Turkish border guards until they could scramble into tall grasses. After some help from the Russian consulate in Istanbul, they made it back home, together again and safe.

GREG ALEXANDER BATTLED A BEAR FOR HIS SON’S LIFE.

While camping in the backcountry of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Greg Alexander was startled awake at dawn by the screams of his 16-year-old son, Gabriel. He rushed out of his hammock to see a black bear dragging his son away by the head. Without hesitation, he kicked the beast in the side, and when that didn’t work, he leapt onto its back and started punching it in the face. When the bear finally released Gabriel, Greg threw rocks until

Client Testimonials

OATMEAL COOKIE Ice Cream Sandwiches

“This is one of the best facilities I have been associated with. The services have been excellent and that means a lot to me.” –Walter L.

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1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter

3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed

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1 1/2 ounces store-bought waffle cones, lightly crushed

1 large egg yolk

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1 1/2 cups oats

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

4 pints ice cream (any flavor)

"I won’t go anywhere else for my therapy. " –Trish K.

DIRECTIONS 1. Heat oven to 350 F. While oven is heating, cook butter in saucepan over medium heat until browned, 5–8 minutes. Scrape browned butter into a heatproof measuring glass. 2. Pulse waffle cones, oats, flour, and salt in a food processor or blender. Once cones are finely ground, add brown sugar and pulse again. 3. Whisk egg yolk, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl. 4. Add eggmixture to food processor while spinning on low. Once integrated, slowly add browned butter; blend until dough forms a solidmass around blades. 5. Formdough into 26 balls and place 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Flatten balls and bake 12–15 minutes or until edges begin to brown. 6. Let cool, then spread ice creambetween cookies tomake sandwiches. 7. Freeze for up to 5 days—or enjoy today!

“I have been very satisfied with the level of care I have received and have made excellent progress with my functional activities from the start of care. At this point, all my goals have been met.” –Gracie S.

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Inside This Issue From the Desk of Dr. Smith PAGE 1 Share Your Love of Fishing PAGE 1 Physical Therapy Is More Than a Physical Journey PAGE 2 3 Fathers Who Risked It All for Their Kids PAGE 3 Client Testimonials PAGE 3 Oatmeal Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches PAGE 3 A Natural Sweetener With Real Health

Benefits PAGE 4

Nature’s Wonder Sweetener HONE IN ON HONEY

Honey is a wonderful all-natural sweetener. Despite being sweet, it comes with actual health benefits — something you can’t say about other types of sugar. But some honeys are better than others, so it’s important to buy the right kind. Raw honey may help your body heal itself more effectively. One study in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine pointed to raw manuka honey as an effective way to speed up the time it takes wounds to heal while also reducing risk of infection. Simply apply manuka honey to a wound and let it do the rest. One of the best types of honey you can buy is raw, unfiltered, local honey. While it isn’t known to decrease the healing time of wounds, it can reduce symptoms related to allergies. Raw

honey contains trace amounts of pollen, as well as other allergens from grasses and weeds. Local honey contains many of the pollens and allergens you would normally breathe in on an average day. The pollens in local honey are just enough to kick your immune system into gear. As a form of immunotherapy, raw, local honey helps your body become acclimated to those allergens. But these three points — raw, unfiltered, and local — are crucial. When honey is processed and filtered, it loses practically all of its allergy-fighting power and becomes an ordinary sweetener. Most experts advise finding honey that was produced as close to your home as possible, preferably within 20 miles. The closer, the better. Keep in mind that it can take several weeks before you feel results. Of course, you won’t find a more delicious way to combat allergies

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