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The Pittman CONNECTION The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body

I just returned from Nashville. I went for the weekend and we stayed at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel. When I walked into the building, my mind quickly raced back to one year ago. I was at the Gaylord for a convention. The entire place was jammed with people. There was a live band and peoplewere packed in like sardines trying to race into the convention room to get a seat up front for the keynote speaker. At the breaks, there was no place to sit and eat. What a difference a year makes. We were in Nashville because Brinkley had her first Dance Competition of the year. It is her first dance competition in a year. Just saying that is really strange. It was her first competition in a year!! I was so excited to be able to watch her perform. She was ecstatic to be on the stage again. And it totally showed in her performance. The Convention center, even though there was a dance convention, was a ghost town. The floor where the bandwas just a year earlier was empty. Hallelujah!!!

The doors that looked like the front row of a Kiss concert had no one standing to get in. Therewere security guards everywhere, taking temps and enforcingmasks. Roomswere limited to dancers only and limited in the numbers of dancers aswell. But...I got the chance to go watch her on stage. I can’t wait to be able to do that again. Foster has started Baseball practice again. Practice isweird cause I don’t even get towatch. We are required to drop off and pick up only. I hope he is doing good. He is probably doing better since I can’t watch. Stone is starting lacrosse practice again. This is his senior year of lacrosse. He only got to play 3 games last year. We are mostly planning for College. What is up with the kids growing up so fast? I only have one season left towatchmy boy play lacrosse. He was just in the 4th grade, not even able to throw a ball. I hope that you can find some kind of normal in your life that brings you joy like I had this past weekend. At least 2021 is shaping up to have some sort of normal… Even if they were dancing with masks on. Jeremy

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A healthy, strong, and active lifestyle is what everyone strives for. However, it is not always easy to obtain, especially for those suffering from chronic pain. The very thought of going out and exercising with your aches and pains may leave you feeling uncomfortable. Fortunately, there is a simpler solution to gaining the active lifestyle you desire. Physical therapy can help you achieve optimum levels of health and fitness, all while reducing your pain. If you are looking for a healthier, stronger, and more active lifestyle, contact Pittman Physical Therapy today! Getting on Track with Physical Therapy The purpose of physical therapy remains the same, no matter what you are seeking its services for. Perhaps you are still suffering from the lingering pain of an injury? Perhaps you are recovering from a surgery and trying to get your range of motion back? Perhaps your joints simply aren’t what they used to be, and you are looking for relief? Whatever the case may be, physical therapists are dedicated to relieving

your pain and getting you back to your peak level of physical health. A physical therapist is a movement specialist, educated in analyzing mobility issues with walking, running, jumping, bending, stretching, and almost every other form of physical activity. Our physical therapists can pinpoint problem areas and create a customized treatment plan aimed at improving those areas. Through in- office sessions and at-home exercises, patients strengthen their muscles and joints, improve their balance, build endurance, and experience pain relief, all without the unwanted harmful risks of drugs or surgery. Physical Therapy Treatments Are Catered Toward Your Needs and Goals! Physical therapy is generally comprised of three important phases: pain relief, strengthening, and functional integrat ion. Some people are apprehensive toward physical therapy because they believe it will hurt them; however, the opposite is usually true. Physical therapy is aimed at pain relief

and strengthening. This is achieved through several treatment services, such as ice and heat therapies, stretching, bracing, and ultrasound. An active lifestyle is also dependent upon movement . Our physical therapists will cater your treatment plan around specific movements designed to increase your strength, flexibility, balance, and overall mobility. Your physical therapist will assist you with many of these exercises, but will also provide some simple ones that can be done at home. The end goal of physical therapy is living the life you want, free from painful limitations. That can only happen when you apply the concepts you learn from your treatments to the outside world. Our physical therapists are as dedicated as you are, and will encourage you to achieve all the goals you set forth in the beginning.

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FEBRUARY EVENTS at Pittman Physical Therapy • Heart Health Month – Wear Red All Month • Feb. 2nd-4th: Pittman Birthday Celebration Offering Free Screenings • Feb. 4th - World Cancer Day • Feb. 7th - Happy Birthday Pittman Physical Therapy! Come celebrate with us! • Feb. 15th - Family Day • Feb 23rd at 6pm: Tech Neck Workshop Check out our Facebook for additional Workshop information. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle takes work, but once you get into the groove of it, it becomes much easier. For example, eating nutritious foods is one of the easiest ways to improve your health (although we know those sweets are hard to kick.) Physical activity is the hardest aspect to get in the habit of doing, especially if you are being held back by chronic pain. Some people try to mask their symptoms with anti-inflammatory or pain- relieving medications, while others unfortunately give up on the idea of being active altogether. Luckily, there is an alternative option: physical therapy. With the help of a physical therapist, it is possible to reclaim your pain-free, healthy lifestyle, and get back to doing the activities you love. Everyone has different needs based on the conditions of their bodies. There is no cookie-cutter approach to health and wellness, as one treatment plan may not work the same for one person as it would for another. Your physical therapist will work closely with you to evaluate your mobility, balance, range of motion, and severity of pain. Your physical goals will also be taken into account when creating your treatment plan, as well as any health risks that may be holding you back. At your initial evaluation, you may be asked to perform basic movements, such as sitting down, standing up, walking, lifting, stretching, or

other motions. Once your physical therapist has a clear picture of what you need, he or she will begin constructing a treatment plan to help relieve your pain and achieve your goals. In the end, an active lifestyle is more than possible, even if you struggle with chronic pain. If you are looking to improve your health, strength, and physical activity, look no further – Pittman Physical Therapy is here to help. Schedule a consultationwith one of our physical therapists today and get started on your journey toward better health and wellness! Contact our office today at 901-850-5246.

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PATIENT SPOTLIGHT "Pittman Physical Therapy has been there since the beginning of my injury adventures. Recently, I attended a basketball camp with my team at Briarcrest and dislocated my knee. Previously, Pittman had helped me recover from a foot surgery, so of course I went straight to them to help me with my knee recovery. I tried not to have surgery, but if I wanted to play Basketball my sophomore season, Dr. Biggers and my PT said I would have to have surgery. I was told that I would have a 6 month recovery, but with the help of my physical therapists and the hard work I put in, I fully recovered in 4 1/2 months. I worked with Mallory, Jeff, Tessa, Maranda, and a few other people in the practice. I will forever be thankful for the hard work they put into helping me play the sport I love most." Gracyn Steed GRACYN STEED CHARLES G. and my PT said I would have to have surgery. I was old that I would h ve a 6 month r covery, bu with the help of my physical therapists and the hard work I put in, I fully r cover d in 4 1/2 months. I worked with Mallory, Jeff, Tess , Mar nda, nd a few oth r ople in the practice. I will fo ver be thankful for the hard work they pu into helping me play the sport I love most." Gracyn Steed GRACYN ST ED Rehab has been a total success and all of my goals were met! The entire staff has been outstanding! Brad, Troy, Sa my, and Arianna are total professionals and I would definit ly recommend Pittman for caring and personal care. If you w t the best care, CHOOSE PITTMAN!” PATIENT S OTLIGHT "Pittman Physical Therapy has been there since the beginning of my injury adventures. Recently, I att nded a basketb ll camp with my te m at Briarcrest and dislocated my kne . Previously, Pittm n ad helped me r cover from a foot surgery, so f course I went straigh to them t help me with my kn e r covery. I tried not to ave surg y, but if I wan ed to pl y Basketball my sophomore season, Dr. Biggers I was asked to do some Physical Therapy after my should r surgery a couple of w eks ago.

PA IENT SPOTLIGHT "Pittman P ysical Therapy has been there since the beginning of my injury adventures. Recently, I attended a basketball camp with my team at Briarcrest and dislocat d my kne . Pr viously, Pittman had helped me recover from a foo surgery, so of course I went straight to them to help me with my knee recovery. I tried not to have surgery, but if I want d to play asketball my sophomore season, Dr. Biggers and my PT said I would have to have surgery. I was told that I would ave a 6 month recovery, but with the help of my physical therapists and the hard work I put in, I fully recovered in 4 1/2 months. I worked with Mallory, Jeff, Tessa, Maranda, and a few other people in the practice. I will forever be thankful for the hard work they put into helping me play the sport I love most." Gracyn Steed GRACYN TEED

1. Aim for lucky number seven. Young and middle-age adults who sleep 7 hours a night have less calcium in their arteries (an early sign of heart disease) than those who sleep 5 hours or less or those who sleep 9 hours or more. 2. Keep the pressure off. Get your blood pressure checked every 3-5 years if you’re 18-39. If you’re 40 or older, or if you have high blood pressure, check it every year. 3. Move more. To keep it simple, you can aim for 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week of moderate exercise. Even if you exercise for 30 minutes a day, being sedentary for the other 23 1/2 hours is really bad for your heart. 4. Slash saturated fats. To help your heart’s arteries, cut down on saturated fats, which are mainly found in meat and full-fat dairy products. Choose leaner cuts and reduced-fat options. 5. Find out if you have diabetes. Millions of people don’t know that they have this condition. That’s risky

because over time, high blood sugar damages arteries and makes heart disease more likely. 6. Think beyond the scale. Ask your doctor if your weight is OK. If you have some pounds to lose, you’ll probably want to change your eating habits and be more active. 7. Ditch the cigarettes, real and electronic. Smoking and secondhand smoke are bad for your heart. If you smoke, quit, and don’t spend time around others who smoke as well. E-cigarettes are popular, but they’re not completely problem-free. They don’t contain the harmful chemicals in cigarette smoke but, they still do contain nicotine, so your goal should be to quit completely, not just switch to a less toxic version. 8. Clean up. Your heart works best when it runs on clean fuel. That means lots of whole, plant-based foods (like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds) and fewer refined or processed foods (like white bread, pasta, crackers, and cookies).

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I had a knee replacement and I could not get into the bed, restroom, or even walk without having assistance. It’s nice to be able to walk normally again, thanks to the Pittman Staff! My PT instructors were great. They were knowledgeable and very friendly. Great experience! I advise you to go to Pittman where the staff is knowledgeable and they have the equipment for a full recovery. P.S. - Mallory and Grant are professional and very patient with me. LINDA J.

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Try these exercises to help maintain a healthy body Exercise Essentials

Try these exercises if you strugglewith TechNeck! Tech Neck is the term used to describe the neck pain and damage sustained from looking down at your cell phone, tablet, or other wireless devices too frequently and for too long.

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Helps Relieve Neck Pain

Start with your neck in a neutral position, then slowly lower your head backwards and then forwards. Repeat 10 times.

Sit in a chair with good posture and your feet flat on the floor. Press your fingers into your chin until you feel a stretch in the back of your neck. Hold for 15 seconds and repeat 3 times.

Not all exercises are appropriate for every person. Please consult with a healthcare provider before starting.

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