Gilbert Physical Therapy June 2018

Gilbert Physical Therapy June 2018

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The Gilbert Gazette

LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON I AmWho I Am Because of My Dad

W hen I was growing up, my dad was a huge part of my life. He volunteered as a coach for many of my sports teams, and we have many great memories of hunting and fishing together. We had a family business when I was growing up, and when I was in high school, I worked alongside my dad. He owned a tile business, and we spent many summers together installing floors and repairing patios, basements, and roofs. I was able to learn many valuable life lessons from my dad during our time working together. He is one of the people who had the biggest influence on who I am today. IN MY DAD’S EYES, ALL WORK IS HONORABLE; NO TASK IS MEANINGLESS, AND ALL THE LITTLE THINGS MATTER. The biggest lesson my dad taught me was the importance of hard work. He taught me that if you have the work ethic, the commitment to what you’re doing, and always give your best, you will succeed. In my dad’s eyes, all work is honorable; no task is meaningless, and all the little things matter. I remember going to different job sites with my dad and being impressed by how personable he was with his clients. Communication is highly important to my dad, and he modeled that for me through

are committed to raising our children to be respectful, well-rounded individuals who are thankful for all that life provides them. My father instilled a strong work ethic in me, and I want to teach my children the importance of hard work as well. If they learn to give their best in everything they do, they will be successful too. As my kids get older, I want to make it a point to be involved in their lives in terms of the sports and activities they choose to do. I want to be able to provide them with good memories and fun experiences; ultimately, I want them to look back on their childhood with love and appreciation.

Dad and me

Kids are full of life. They take pleasure in everything they do, and they are so good at appreciating the little things. I am thankful to have had a father I could look to for love, support, and encouragement, and I strive to be that kind of father to my own children.

Alex and me

his work. Eventually I began to pick up on his gift, and it’s been one of the most valuable skills I’ve utilized throughout my career. I was always proud of my dad’s ability to effectively communicate with his clients, and I am now proud of my own ability. Personally, being a father is the most rewarding job I’ve ever had. The tables have turned now that I’m responsible for raising well-behaved, decent people — it’s a responsibility you can’t grasp until you’re fully immersed in the experience. Adrienne and I

Emily and me

I hope you have a great Father’s Day. We look forward to seeing you soon.

–Michael M. Gilbert, DPT

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The Hazards of Blue Light

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR EYES AND MINIMIZE EXPOSURE

You may have been warned about blue light and its impending threat to your eyes. It comes from your computer screen, your phone, and even from the sun. Why is this form of light harmful, and how can you keep your eyes safe? Is Blue Light a NewThing? Blue light occurs in nature and is nothing new. However, because many electronics emit blue light, it’s more of an issue now than it was just 10 years ago. Backlit LED screens emit strong blue light waves, so our use of devices like cellphones, tablets, and flat-screen TVs means we are exposed to more blue light than ever before. Why Are Eye DoctorsWorried? Blue light isn’t inherently bad — it’s found in sunlight and lightbulbs — but our increased exposure to it might be. Our eyes are pretty good at blocking UV rays but not so good at blocking blue light. Blue light has a higher energy output than other forms of light, so instead of being filtered by the corneas and lenses, almost all of it reaches the more sensitive retinas. The high energy output of blue light and our eyes’ inability to protect the retinas from it appears to cause damage similar to macular degeneration, an eye disease mostly affecting people over 65 that can lead to

blindness. These similarities to macular degeneration have scientists worried that our increased exposure to blue light could lead to more cases of it. How Can You Minimize Exposure? Many computers and electronic devices have a “night shift” option built into them. Enabling this feature will dim the screen and lower the amount of blue light that your device emits. There are also removable filters you can put on your computer screen. Brands like RetinaShield/Tech Armor and Eyesafe are designed to limit the amount of blue light your eyes are exposed to. To avoid eye strain, talk to your eye doctor about blue light glasses. These tinted glasses, which come in prescription and nonprescription versions, reduce the amount of blue light that reaches your eyes. Remember, blue light itself is just a natural form of light and isn’t inherently bad. During the day, it can even be beneficial to get some natural blue light from sunshine —while wearing sunglasses, of course. But it’s also a good idea to take precautions to protect your eyes from artificial blue light, especially if your work environment and hobbies expose you to it frequently.

June Testimonial Don’t Just Take Our Word for It

GREAT RESULTS!

“Prior to my arrival at Gilbert, I had tingling in my right leg, which became bothersome and prevented me from doing everyday activities. Dr. Jon diagnosed my problem, and the exercises completely resolved my discomfort. During this same time, I developed hip pain. To prepare for hip surgery, Dr. Jon and Patrick helped me to strengthen my muscles around my hip. I know my hip replacement was easier due to this preparation. Dr. Jon and Patrick were always at my side during PT. They answered all questions and offered support throughout the PT. This is a great facility with great people!” –ERIC P.

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We Provide Quality Neck and Headache Care

A Reputation for Quality The therapists at Gilbert Physical Therapy are highly trained to provide quality care for head and neck pain. If you’re experiencing pain or discomfort, one of our therapists will perform an initial evaluation of your neck, which helps us to identify movement dysfunctions. Those can be addressed with patient education, manual techniques, therapeutic exercises, and modalities. During your treatment, we will perform regular reassessments to ensure that we are always working to achieve patient goals in a safe and cost-effective manner. Priority No. 1: Pain Relief Severe head and neck pain can be disabling. For this reason, our first priority is pain relief. Treating the underlying causes of identifiable movement dysfunction is the first step toward achieving long-term relief and recovery. After we’ve corrected underlying issues, we can work to improve strength, flexibility, posture, or other sources of your pain and work toward preventing it in the future.

A Hands-On Approach

In most cases, hands-on techniques are an essential part of a successful treatment program for head and neck pain. Our therapists are equipped with cutting-edge manual skills to help recover your range of motion, establish correct movement patterns, and alleviate muscle-related pain and tightness. Coupled with patient education and therapeutic exercise, the results can be dramatic and long-lasting. Evidence Is Our Guide Medical research is continuously providing the therapists at Gilbert Physical Therapy with the most current and research-based evidence. We are equipped to provide state-of-the-art care to our community. With an emphasis on continued education, Gilbert Physical Therapy has a reputation for providing high-quality service to those in need of head and neck pain rehabilitation.

SUDOKU

FATHER’S DAY CHILI LIME CHICKENWINGS

This Father’s Day, spice up your wings with this zesty recipe that’s sure to please the whole family.

INGREDIENTS

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4 pounds chicken wings

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1/4 cup soy sauce

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1 stick unsalted butter, softened 1 1/4 tablespoons Thai red curry paste

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1 lime, halved

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Extra-virgin olive oil

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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

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1/4 cup honey

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Chopped cilantro for garnish

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat oven to 425 F. 2. Rinse wings under cold water and pat dry. Season liberally with salt and pepper, and drizzle with olive oil. Roast on a baking sheet for 25 minutes or until skin becomes crisp and brown.

3. Blend butter, red curry paste, honey, and soy sauce in a large mixing bowl. 4. Toss wings in butter mixture. Squeeze lime juice on top, transfer to serving plate, and garnish with cilantro.

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Like Father, Like Son

What’s All the Fuss About Blue Light? June Testimonial

Quality Care for Head and Neck Pain Father’s Day Chili Lime Chicken Wings

3 Fathers Who Risked It All for Their Kids

FathersWho Put Their Lives on the Line for Their Kids 3 Awesome Dads

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. Brian Munn gave his son a liver transplant. When doctors discovered that baby Caleb Munn had a rare disease called 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 of 2015 to save his son’s life. 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 it fled. His son was hurt but made a full recovery in the hospital over the coming weeks. 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.

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