Valley Rehab Center: Helping Aches and Pains

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KELSEY HOLLOWAY, PT, DPT Getting To KnowThe Valley Rehab Center Staff

working alongside the staff at Valley Rehab Center. Kelsey officially began as a licensed Physical Therapist in May but was hired as an aide from January to April of this year while she studied for her National Physical Therapy Exam. During her time as an aide, she was able to treat some patients with Valley Rehab Center’s newest treatment modality, Deep Tissue Laser Therapy. Kelsey felt very blessed that Theresa, the entire staff, and patients at Valley Rehab Center provided encouragement and prayers during that time, and that she was able to pass her exam. Ever since Kelsey was injured during a track meet in high school and required reconstructive knee surgery, she has dreamed of working in an outpatient clinic as a Physical Therapist. She believes that Valley Rehab Center is a great place to be able to provide services that are new and innovative, and help patients achieve their maximum functional mobility. She hopes to help her patients achieve their goals, just as she was able to achieve her goals as a patient, which was to continue playing sports throughout her high school and college careers. Kelsey feels very blessed that she is able to work with such a great group of coworkers and patients at Valley Rehab Center.

Kelsey Holloway is a recent graduate of Wheeling Jesuit University, with a doctorate degree in Physical Therapy. She also has a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology from Ohio University Eastern, where she was able to continue her basketball career during her 4 years there. Kelsey spent her third clinical rotation for PT school with Theresa last summer from July through September, which she gained a great deal of knowledge and clinical experience from

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HELPING DAILY ACHES & PAINS

INSIDE:

• Why Do Your Muscles Ache? •FREE Workshops •Judi’s Bra-tique at Valley Rehab Center

•Patient Success Spotlight •Lightforce Laser Therapy

Discussing Aches & Pains with Theresa Palkovic, PT Dear Valued Client, It is an unfortunate reality that pain is a part of life. Having aches and pains in your neck, back, knees, and hips is

Increasing the amount of sleep you are getting by just oneor twohourspernightcouldbebeneficial inreducing your overall pain level. 3. Exercise. Lack of exercise can lead to stiffness and weakness inmusclesand joints,andregularlystretching and moving can help increase blood flow. Carrying excess weight can also lead to pain and discomfort, and exercise is beneficial in supporting weight loss efforts. Cardiovascular activities like walking, cycling, andswimmingareespeciallygoodoptionsforalleviating pain. Check with your physical therapist before trying a new form of exercise. 4.PhysicalTherapy. Physicaltherapy isan idealsolution for addressing pain, especially pain that develops followingan injuryorsurgicalprocedure.AtValleyRehab Center we provide specialized “hands on treatment” including deeptissuemassageandmanualtechniquesto relievemuscle tension/tightnessandalign thespineand joints. In addition, we offer a wide variety of modalities including, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, Class IV Laser, infrared light therapy and kinesio-tape. Finally, we provide instruction in stretching and strengthening exercisesaswellas instruction inproperbodymechanics and injury prevention.

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THERESA PALKOVIC PT

commonplace, especially as you begin to age. However, as those aches and pains grow more severe they can become more challenging to deal with.It is never a good idea to let aches and pains grow so severe that they interfere with your quality of life. These are a few ways to help alleviate any aches and pains that you may have: 1. Hot and ColdTherapy. Using ice and heat tomanage pain is one of the oldest tricks in the book. Oftentimes, muscle pain develops as a result of injury or overuse and using over the counter pain medications like acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help, but combining those medications with repeated ice and heat therapy is a better strategy for reducing overall pain and tightness. 2. Rest. When you are experiencing pain in a certain muscle group, resting that muscle group is a good idea. Sleep, in general, is beneficial for helping decrease pain.

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WHY DO YOUR MUSCLES ACHE?

Musclepain is oneof themost common forms of pain. It frequently develops as a result of injury or overuse and can develop almost anywhere in the body. It is most common in the arms, shoulders, legs, and back and neck. Sometimes, muscle pain will come and go, developing and then quickly subsiding before becoming a long-term issue. But this is not always the case. A sprain or strain of a ligament, which are the fibrous tissues that connect bones and joints, can cause long-term pain if correct healing does not occur. The most common issues of muscle pain are related to injuries, especially: • Neck and back injury • Shoulder injury • Sprain or strain injury • Stress from overuse or tension In some situations, muscle pain can also be caused by: • Certain medication usage • Fibromyalgia

pain in many chronic conditions, such as in the cases of certain autoimmune diseases and fibromyalgia. Most aches and pains are temporary and generally last 1-3 days. However, once muscle pain begins to go past 3 days without changing, or you feel the same aches and pains repeatedly, it’s time to give us a call as there may be an underlying problem such as muscle imbalance, or stiff tissues and joints.

• Autoimmune disease • Other chronic concerns

In situations like these your pain may need to be addressed by a medical professional. Physical therapists are abel to address the underlying cause of

Judi’s Bra-tique at Valley Rehab Center

Valley Rehab Center is partnering with Judi’s Bra-tique , to provide free consultations to large busted woman who suffer neck and upper back pain. Often physical therapy is not enough to eliminate the neck and upper back pain that large busted woman frequently experience. A properly fitting bra that offers incredible fit and comfort, while improving posture, is the perfect adjunct to maintain the pain relief and improved posture obtained through physical therapy. Judi Meyer, owner of Judi’s Bra-tique is a former patient of Valley Rehab Center. Judi started her business because of the added benefits she got from wearing a properly fitted bra. Judi can testify to the benefits, “The pain relief that I have experienced has been life changing. On a scale of 1-10, my pain was typically 6-8/10. Since getting a properly fitted and comfortable bra , more often than not, I have no pain! When I do have pain, which is rare, it is now 1-3/10. As a result, I have more energy and am able to accomplish so much more. I am actually more comfortable with my bra on the I am with it off! Schedule your free, no obligation fitting for August 3, 2018 at Valley Rehab Center by calling 740-325-1120

DEEP TISSUE LASER THERAPY

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LaserTherapy isanon-invasive,safe,andeffective treatment modality where light is used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and promote wound healing and soft tissue repair. The typical course of treatment is 10-minutes, depending on the size of the area being treated. Acute conditions may be treated daily, particularly if they are accompanied by significant pain. More chronic problems respond better when treatments are received 2 to 3 times a week. Call to Schedule a Free Screen!

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FREE WORKSHOPS WEDNESDAY, JULY 25TH @ 6PM CAREGIVER HEALTH: THE SANDWICH GENERATION FRIDAY, AUGUST 3RD @ 10AM - 4PM JUDI’S BRA-TIQUE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8TH @ 6PM IS THE WAY I’MWALKING CAUSING MY PAIN? SATURDAY, AUGUST 11TH @ 10AM BACK PAIN AND SCIATICA WORKSHOP Call 740-325-1120 today to register as seats are limited. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22ND @ 6PM IS THIS REALLY FOOD? A LOOK AT WHAT YOU ARE REALLY EATING!

Patient Success Spotlight

“Before starting therapy I couldn’t walk, stand, or do normal chores for any length of time. Now it is all good, if I notice any pain I stop. Doing the exercises totally helped. I love the new me and I am so grateful! - Germaine H. Doing the exercises totally helped.

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Take Care of Your Aches and Pains Before It’s Too Late.

Healthy Recipe: SALMON BURGERS

INGREDIENTS • 1 cup finely chopped red onion • 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil • 1/4 tsp salt • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

• 1 pound salmon fillet • 1 tbsp hot pepper sauce • 1 large egg white • Cooking spray • 8 slices focaccia, toasted

INSTRUCTIONS Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Combine hot pepper sauce and egg white in a small bowl; add egg white mixture to salmon mixture, stirring well to combine. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add salmon patties, and cook 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Serve patties on toasted focaccia.

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