Iberia Rehab. Improving Health, Energy, & Fitness

Iberia Rehab. Improving Health, Energy, & Fitness

Health+Fitness N E W S L E T T E R

LIVE A HAPPIER & HEALTHIER LIFE WITH PHYSICAL THERAPY!

Healthy Recipe Enjoy this spicy shrimp recipe!

Exercise Essentials Try this simple exercise to relieve neck pain!

COVID-19 Updates Updates about what we’re doing to keep you safe!

Health+Fitness N E W S L E T T E R

STRONGER. 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. the case may be, physical therapists are dedicated to relieving your pain and getting you back to your peak level of physical health.

L I V E A H A P P I E R & H E A LT H I E R L I F E W I T H P H Y S I C A L T H E R A P Y !

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 uponmovement. 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, andwill encourage you to achieve all the goals you set forth in the beginning. For more information about how Iberia Sports & Rehab can help you, call us at 337.367.3331 or visit isrehab.com .

A physical therapist is a movement specialist, educated in analyzingmobility issueswithwalking, 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 IS CATERED TOWARD YOUR NEEDS & GOALS! Physical therapy is generally comprised of three important phases: pain relief, strengthening, and functional integration. Some people are apprehensive toward physical therapy because they believe itwill hurt them; however, the opposite

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 Iberia Sports & Rehab 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

ARE YOU READY FOR A PAIN-FREE L I FE? CALL 37. 367. 3331 TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY !

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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-inflamatory 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 reclaimyour 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 closelywith you to evaluate your mobility, balance, range of motion, and severity of pain.

Your physical goalswill also be taken into accountwhen 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 – Iberia Sports & Rehab is here to help. Schedule a consultationwith one of our physical therapists today and get started on your journey toward better health and wellness! For more information about how Iberia Sports & Rehab can help you, call us at 269.769.6108 or visit isrehab.com.

HEALTHY RECIPE SHRIMP TACOS WITH SRIRACHA SLAW

Ingredients • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil • 3 tbsp. freshly chopped cilantro • Juice of 3 limes, divided • kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper • 1/4 head red cabbage, shredded

• 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled & deveined • 1/4 c. mayonnaise • 1 tbsp. sriracha • 4 medium tortillas

Instructions In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, cilantro, and 1/3 of the lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Add shrimp to a baking dish and pour over mixture. Toss until completely coated and let marinate 20 minutes. Meanwhile, make slaw: In a large bowl, toss cabbage with mayo, remaining lime juice and sriracha. Season with salt. Heat grill to high. Skewer shrimp and grill until charred, 3 minutes per side. Grill tortillas until charred, 1 minute per side. Serve shrimp in tortillas with slaw.

MEET YOUR RECOVERY TEAM! KE PING YOU HEALTH IN MIND WE’RE TAKING EXTRA MEASURES TO KEEP OUR PATIENTS SAFE Though many businesses have closed their facilities, Iberia Sports & Rehab has been deemed an essential healthcare provider and will remain open 7 am - 7 pm to give quality physical therapy to those in need.We believe that continuing to offer physical therapywill not only help patients continue their recovery and stay on course but also give recently injured patients or chronic pain sufferers someone to readily consult without visiting the doctor’s office. That being said, we want to assure you that we are taking the proper precautions to encourage social distancing, maintain a virus-free environment, and provide hand sanitizer and gloves for staff and patients.We have adjusted our schedules to accomodate patients every hour and have made sure to comply with social distancing guidelines by only having 10 people in each clinic at a time. Before and after every session, we are asking our clients and staff to wash or sanitize their hands. Additionally, we have increased the number of times per day that we sanitize our equipment and facility. WE WANT YOU TO KEEP MOVING! Though it is tempting to be sedentary and make poor diet choices while self-isolating, these habits have the potential to inhibit your immune system and increase your risk of infection. Iberia Sports & Rehab wants to encourage its patients to stay active in order to not only stay on track with their recovery but also boost their immunity and maintain their health. During this time, even if you cannot keep your physical therapy appointments, we encourage you to continue your prescribed exercises at home. If you’re looking for additional exercises you can do, call 337.367.3331 to consult your physical therapist at Iberia Sports & Rehab. We’re wishing our patients health and safety!

TIRED OF SPRING ALLERGIES?

FIGHT SPRING ALLERGENS WITH THESE SIMPLE TIPS! 1. Limit your time outdoors. Each spring, trees release billions of tiny pollen grains into the air. When you breathe them into your nose and lungs, they can trigger an allergic reaction. Staying inside can help, especially on windy days and during the early morning hours, when pollen counts are highest. 2. Tweak your home. Simple changes make a difference. Shut all windows to keep out pollen. Use an air conditioner to cool your home instead of a fan, which draws in air fromoutside. Take offyour shoes at the door and ask guests to do the same. That keeps allergens outside. Finally, don’t allow guests, or yourself, to smoke inside the home. It can make allergy symptoms worse. If you or someone you live with smokes, now is a good time to quit. 3. Keep it clean! Be sure towash all surfaces regularlywith single-wipe dust rags (if using cleaning rags, be sure towash them in hotwater after each use). If you findmold, usewater and detergent to clean, then let it air-dry completely. Finally, wash all bedding once a week in hot water and dry in a hot dryer.

EXERCISE ESSENTIALS

HAS YOUR PAIN COME BACK?

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Call and consult with a physical therapist at Iberia Sports & Rehabilitation to discuss your pain and symptoms.

BILATERAL SUBOCCIPITAL STRETCH While lying on a flat surface, put both hands behind your head, cupping the base of your skull with your thumbs. Tuck your chin downwards and apply a firm force up your skull with both thumbs to feel a moderate stretch in the back of the upper neck. Hold for at least 30 seconds.

2. Your physical therapist may suggest exercises or precautionary measures to relieve or avoid pain. 3. If further assessment is needed to find the cause of your pain, your therapist can schedule an appointment with you.

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Call 337.367.3331 to talk with your physical therapist and schedule your appointment with Iberia Sports & Rehab today!

Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.