Horizon PT - October 2019

Horizon PT - October 2019

physical therapy and rehabilitation October 2019

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THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING SOMEONE TO TALK TO Let It Out Recently, one of my patients came in for his appointment, and we didn’t do any physical therapy treatment. Instead, we sat down and spent 30 minutes just talking. This isn’t something I normally do, but this patient had been diagnosed with a terminal illness. On that day, I could tell he really needed someone to talk to. Physical therapy is about healing mind, body, and soul. Most days, that means I’m helping patients with physical exercises, but occasionally, I need to be someone they can just talk to. Having someone to talk to is so important. We’re all human, and we need those connections. If you don’t have someone you can talk to about your struggles and vent to, then all those negative emotions multiply and eat you up inside. Sometimes, just the act of talking about things going on in your life can help put you in a better mental state. For example, if you are angry about something and you talk about what made you angry, that can help you work through your feelings until your anger subsides. I’m not suggesting you sit at a bus stop and pour out your life story to strangers. It’s important to have the right person in your life to talk to. I often talk to my wife when I need to process. We’ll talk about what’s going on at work, how the kids are doing, the goals we share, and what we want to accomplish together. At the same time, I have a business consultant who I talk to when I need help with the clinic. They help me work through business problems and provide valuable feedback. It’s great to have a whole network of people you can talk to. If I’m struggling with stress, I might see a counselor. If I need my car fixed, I’ll call a mechanic. If I have health problems, I’m going to talk to my doctor. There’s not one go-to person who can help with every problem, and it would be unfair to expect that of someone. Knowing who to turn to is the first step in finding help. If you feel like you don’t have anyone in your life to talk to, I recommend looking at your church first. A church family will be full of people who want to help one another. Of course, I don’t suggest talking to just anybody you happen to be sitting next to.

“We’re all human, and we need those connections.”

Find a good person, someone you really trust. If you can’t find anyone there, feel free to talk to your physical therapist. We might be able to suggest some mental health services that will let you get things off your chest. People are quick to get help with their physical pain, but for one reason or another, we tend to ignore our mental struggles until they overwhelm us. If my patients are in pain or have weak muscles, they come to me because I can help. My job is to help them get to a better place physically. If my patients are struggling with emotional pain, I encourage them to find someone who can help with that too. That’s how you truly heal mind, body, and soul.

-Dr. Jerome Adams

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Decorate Your House With Your Own Creations! FALL FAMILY FUN

FUN FINGER FOOD When you’ve got multiple friends and family members coming over and you need snacks, edible decorations are the way to go. You can get a little creative and make elaborate treats, or you can opt for delicious and easy-to-make finger foods with your kids. A good starting treat for your family is a batch of pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats. Add orange food coloring to the mix and get your kids to shape the treats like pumpkins before using a few pretzel sticks to make sturdy stems. THANKSGIVING CRAFTS Thanksgiving is only a month away, and your possibilities for holiday- themed crafts are endless with just a few supplies like paper, scissors, markers, and string. You can make turkey placemats, tissue paper trees, pumpkin garlands, paper pumpkins, or leaf mobiles to hang from the ceiling. Compile a list of ideas and have your kids pick out which craft they want to do first, then get to work together to create as many decorations as you want to display for Turkey Day. With these engaging craft ideas, the whole family will be eager to make their own decorations and show them off for months to come!

The leaves are turning, the weather is changing, and the holidays are right around the corner, which means it’s time to bring out the fall decor! To make this season especially memorable for your family, create your own decorations with these fun ideas below. PINE CONE PAINTING Go on a family walk through the park to pick up a few fallen pine cones or take a quick trip to the store to buy a bag. Once everyone has their own hand-picked pine cone, grab a paintbrush and a few colors and have at it! For extra flair, add some fixings like glitter, beads, sequins, string, and more. LEAF PAINTING Take a trip outside with the kids to pick out some large, unbroken leaves, then head back inside and get creative! You can pull out the construction paper and paint trees, using handprints and “arm prints” as the trunks and branches. Paint the leaves you found to spruce up your trees or use them as decorations on their own. You can also use them for leaf printing or leaf pressing.

A Pain-Free Tomorrow OUR PAT I ENTS SAY I T BEST

“I have been a part of this family since January 2019. I was in so much pain that I had to purchase a back scratcher. Now I am restored! Thank you Dr. Adams, Ashley, and Michelle.”

“Excellent service and friendly people.”

–Cheryl Price Dickson

–Valleria R.

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PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN TREAT WHAT ?

3 Surprising Ways PT Can Better Your Life

Guided exercise under the watchful eye of a physical therapist can help improve muscle tone and strength and improve balance, which reduces a patient’s risk of suffering a debilitating fall. While physical therapy cannot cure Alzheimer’s, it can help preserve a patient’s independence and dignity. PREVENT CHILDHOOD INJURIES As children grow and explore the world around them, childhood injuries seem almost inevitable. Growth-spurts or motion problems can affect a child’s strength, flexibility, and center of gravity, increasing their risk of injury. Children who play youth sports also face higher chances of injury. Fortunately, most childhood injuries are predictable and preventable. Physical therapy is a valuable tool for preventing injuries with hands- on exercises for improving strength and flexibility. Physical therapists are also trained to identify any gait or motion problems and can create treatment to address those issues before they result in an injury. Physical therapy is a versatile field that can be used to help improve a number of health struggles. Call Horizon PT at 810-620-8042 and ask how physical therapy can improve your life today.

Today, more doctors recognize the value of physical therapy as a tool for recovery. It is common for patients to be referred to a physical therapist after an injury or surgery to help speed up their recovery time. But recovery is only the tip of the iceberg. Here are three ways physical therapy can be used to improve your life. RELIEVE ARTHRITIS PAIN Though often associated with older adults, in the last 15 years, over 290,000 children in the United States have been diagnosed with painful arthritis symptoms, including swelling and stiffness. Arthritis is not a disease but rather a symptom commonly associated with over 150 diseases, including osteoarthritis, gout, and fibromyalgia. The best treatment for arthritis is movement, which can be difficult when it hurts to move. Physical therapists can help by creating exercise routines tailored to a patient’s ability. Treatment geared toward pain relief, flexibility, and weight loss can help alleviate pressure on the joints and improve your range of motion. OFFER INDEPENDENCEWITHALZHEIMER’S It is painful to watch a loved one struggle with Alzheimer’s. This degenerative disease robs people of their memories and, over time, of their physical independence. In addition to helping with physical struggles, PT can also be used to address several types of neurological disorders, including Alzheimer’s.

Leftover Candy Snack Mix Ingredients

Have a Laugh

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2 cups mini pretzels, coarsely broken

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1/4 cup light brown sugar

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2 tbsp granulated sugar

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1/3 cup dry milk powder

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6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

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12 oz mini candy bars, such as Snickers, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces

Directions

1. Heat oven to 275 F. 2. In a large mixing bowl, fold together pretzels, sugars, milk powder, and butter. 3. Spread mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes. 4. Let cool for at least 30 minutes and mix in candy bar pieces before serving.

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THIS ISSUE Inside

Who Can You Talk To?

Fall Crafts for the Whole Family

Our Patients Say It Best

Can PT Help With Alzheimer’s?

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The Meaning of Dia de los Muertos

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS

A CELEBRAT ION OF L I FE Despite the commonmisconception, Dia de los Muertos is not an offshoot of Halloween. While the two holidays often happen simultaneously, Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday that originated with the indigenous people of Central America, including the Aztec andMayan civilizations. Each year, they gathered and gave offerings to their dead. When the Spaniards came toMexico, they fused the indigenous celebrations with their traditions of All Saints’ Day (Nov. 1) and All Souls’ Day (Nov. 2). ANCIENT BEGINNINGS Ancient Mesoamerican civilizations viewed death as a beginning rather than an end. This was likely tied to agricultural practices and the seasons, with crops dying in the winter and being reborn in the spring. Dia de los Muertos evolved from those roots and is now observed throughout Mexico and the United States. It’s a time of remembering your loved ones by celebrating their lives. FULL OF LIFE Though the name might lead you to believe differently, Dia de los Muertos is a joyous time. If you visit Mexico during the holiday,

the air is filled with music, and the streets are full of dancing and color. Instead of a sorrowful mourning of the dead, it is a vibrant, joyous celebration of life.

Intricate altar displays, called ofrendas, honor the spirits of relatives who’ve passed. Families fill themwith photographs and the relatives’ favorite food and drinks. It’s believed that during Dia de los Muertos, the boundary between the living and the dead is lifted, and for one night only, spirits come back to visit and enjoy what their families have set out for them. Today, the multiday celebration takes place throughout Central and North America. As tiny Batmans and Skywalkers add the final adjustments to their costumes, other families clean their homes and prepare to honor the spirits of their loved ones. And in today’s beautiful blend of cultures, many families celebrate both holidays.

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