Gilbert Physical Therapy - November 2020

Gilbert Physical Therapy - November 2020

November 2020

GILBERT Gazette PHYSICAL THERAPY

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On the Move!

The Milliron Family Moves Just in Time for New Holiday Traditions

I f you’re a parent with more than one child, then you can fully relate to what I’m about to say: Our children have taken over our house. Between the piles of toys and the kids stretching their play sessions into all parts of the house, my wife and I realized this summer that we had simply outgrown our starter home.

playroom, and the fireplace that come with it. It’s about the memories we will make in those rooms. For example, ever since I have known her, my wife has wanted a fireplace, not because of the fireplace itself, but because she wants to hang stockings from the mantle and have a cozy, warm place in our home for our loved ones to gather. I’m glad we could finally achieve her lifelong dream just in time for the holidays. That’s the best part of this experience: We can already picture the memories we’ll create in our new home. As we settle in, we cannot wait to begin new holiday traditions in a place that is just perfect for us. We have plenty of space for our extended family as their families continue to grow, and we are looking forward to having people over for celebrations and holidays. This was never possible for us in our old home. We have plenty of great memories there, of course, but it’s nice to move into a house knowing it’s going to be our home for a long time. Speaking of holiday traditions, this Thanksgiving, I’m thankful for all of you. Our entire team at Gilbert Physical Therapy could not achieve our dreams of helping others without your trust in our care. Thank you for sharing your stories of family, adventures, and traditions with us. Each one makes us feel like a small part of your family as well. Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving!

So, it was time to find a new house!

I’m excited to announce that we moved into our new home in early October. The new home is just 2 miles away from our old house (I cut my commute by a whole two minutes!), and it includes more room to host family and friends and space for our kids to grow and play. I’ve had many people ask me what it was like to buy a house in the middle of a pandemic, and I can really only offer one piece of advice: Move fast! Because of the low inventory of homes right now, your decision-making process has to be swift. We looked at our new home on a Saturday morning and put an offer in later that day. Our offer was accepted by Tuesday. There’s no time to dawdle in this market! We may have had to make a quick decision, but we could not have found a house more suitable for our family. Its location means our kids are free to roam safely in both the back and front yards. Our old house was located on a street often

used by impatient travelers who didn’t want to wait on a nearby busy street. We just didn’t feel safe with our kids in the front yard as cars flew around the corner. Now, our new yard is fenced in and perfect for our kids and Sheba, our loyal pup and first kid, to play.

But for us, this house is more than just the yard, the “man cave” (read: additional family room), the

–Dr. Jon Milliron

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Top 5 Healthy Life Hacks to Have an Awesome Morning

Getting your day started with coffee isn’t always enough. Sometimes, you need to give yourself an extra boost, especially when you have little energy or trouble focusing. For an awesome start to your day, here are five tips to get you going right off the bat. Wake up 5 minutes early. What’s the power of five minutes? It can be more than you think. Spend this time doing simple breathing exercises or a quick meditation so you can get focused for the rest of the day. If that’s not your style, you can prepare a quick to-do list for your day ahead. Either way, it’s always nice to have a little extra time for yourself without losing too much sleep. Start with green tea, then coffee. A cup of coffee at 7 a.m. can leave you burned out by 10 a.m. Try swapping it with green tea for a more gentle wake-up call. After that, you can brew your favorite coffee to keep you going strong. This practice also might help you consume less caffeine overall! Take a quick morning walk — and have your meetings on the go. Morning meetings can make us want to fall asleep again. Don’t spend all of them sitting down if you don’t have to! Not only will morning walks help you wake up, but they can also add some extra physical activity to your day. Write in your journal. Who says you have to journal at the end of the day when you’re tired and ready to sleep? You can journal in the morning about what happened yesterday and Why We Love PT

the things you’re looking forward to that day. Journaling can remind you of your daily goals and motivate you to stick to your commitments.

Pack your lunch (or snacks!). Staying on track with your goals starts with having the energy to do them. Plan a healthy balance of fats, vegetables, carbohydrates, and proteins. This can be as simple as assembling dips, carrots, wraps, and salads each morning.

It’s time to try these tactics to jump-start your day!

“After over two years of back pain, two chiropractors, and previous physical therapy sessions at a different facility, I have finally found relief from my pain. Dr. Jeremy and his team of Maria and Mike were super to work with. They were very attentive to my problems and concerned with my well-being. I look forward to returning to the golf course and yardwork. One of my goals was to dance at my grandson’s wedding, and I will now be able to do that!” –Larry J.

Please share your experience with us! Simply go to GilbertPT.com/review_new From there just follow the steps. Thank you for trusting us with your care during your time at our clinic. We appreciate your help in sharing your story with others!

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You’re Not Alone Refer Your Friends and Family to PT and Help Them Feel Better

Our experiences give our wisdom weight. Many of us learn the harsh truth about love as teenagers or stumble through the early stages of our careers. Yet, each tough experience gives us the knowledge we need to better navigate the world ahead of us. Your journey to pain recovery is no different. If you are a former or current patient who has experienced relief from physical therapy, you have wisdom worth sharing! This month, we want to encourage you to share that truth with those you care about.

more than anyone about debilitating pain. Take time to empathize with your loved one. Remind them that you will support them when treatment feels too difficult, and use your own experiences as a guide for what they can expect. A little empathy just might take the fear out of treatment. Encourage: Sometimes taking the first step is the hardest part, so make it easier by gently nudging your loved one toward physical therapy. Offer to set up a carpool schedule for their appointments, set up video calls for encouragement each evening for their at-home exercises, or help them set tangible goals. It’s amazing to see what a little motivation and support in the journey of healing can do for a patient’s morale. Engage: Some patients need cold hard facts before they commit to a plan. If you have a loved one who cannot comprehend how exercise can help with pain relief, ask our team of experts for help! We are always willing to consult with potential patients to guide them through the treatment process and provide tangible studies, information, and progress reports to satisfy their itch for facts.

In essence, help us help others! It’s as easy as the three E’s.

Empathize: You may be one of the few people in your loved one’s life who understands what they are experiencing. Even if it’s their shoulders that are giving them grief while you struggled with your knees, you know

Your referral means the world to us. If we can help you help others through referrals, give our office a call today!

Zesty Orange Cranberry Sauce

BRAIN THERAPY!

Inspired by OnceUponAChef.com

Skip the can-shaped cranberry sauce this year and bring a jar of homemade sauce to Thanksgiving instead. This easy recipe can be made ahead of the big event and keeps for 10 days in the fridge.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed • 1/2 cup water • 3/4 cup plus 2 tbsp sugar

• 12 oz fresh cranberries • 2 tsp orange zest • Salt to taste

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the orange juice, water, and sugar to a boil. Add other ingredients, then bring mixture back to boiling. 2. Reduce the heat to medium and cook gently for 10–12 minutes, until the cranberries burst. 3. Transfer the sauce to a bowl or jar, cover, and refrigerate until serving.

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Inside

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Finding Our Dream Home During a Pandemic

Top 5 Healthy Life Hacks to Have an Awesome Morning

Why We Love PT

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Help Us Help Others With the 3 E’s

Zesty Orange Cranberry Sauce

Racing Across Pennsylvania

Don’ t Miss the Turkey Trot! ’

Race FromAnywhere and Support Local Causes This Thanksgiving!

6th Annual City Island Pie Gobbler 5K and 10K When: Nov. 26 Where: City Island, Harrisburg Admission: $27-45

Perhaps just as traditional as turkey and pumpkin pie, annual Turkey Trot races across the U.S. are often a great way to help your community and get some exercise before the big meal. This year’s races may look different, but you can still participate virtually! Here are three races you can do this year.

race! To learn more and register, search for the race at RunSignUp.com .

24th Annual York YMCA 5K Turkey Trot When: Nov. 26–28 Where: Anywhere in Pennsylvania Admission: $15 Support the York YMCA from home with the virtual version of the 24th annual York YMCA 5K. Participants will receive a shirt and have the opportunity to change lives by donating to the York YMCA’s Livestrong campaign. Funds raised support those battling

If you would like to participate in an in-person event, check out the City Island Pie Gobbler. With a longer option for racers, this event is perfect for those who want to test their endurance. Participants will also raise funds and nonperishable food items for the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. Those who want to participate and give back to the food bank but don’t want to attend the race can participate virtually,

The Great Pennsylvania Turkey Trot When: Nov. 26–Dec. 1 Where: Across Pennsylvania Admission: $29

What could be better than one local Turkey Trot? Try one big race across Pennsylvania! Get the family together and take off for the Great Pennsylvania Turkey Trot from wherever you choose to celebrate the holiday this year. Participants who sign up for the 5K can also receive a free shirt, bib, and buff. Plus, if running on Thanksgiving isn’t your style, you have multiple other days to choose from to run the

cancer in the community. As a bonus, if you and five friends register for this event, your admission fee will be refunded! Get in on the fun and support a great cause by visiting RunSignUp .com and searching for the race by name.

too. There’s an option for everyone! Learn more at RunSignUp.com .

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