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DO YOU KNOW ABOUT TELEHEALTH FOR PT?
TELEHEALTH is a way for us to make sure that our patients are still receiving the highest possible quality of care they need froma remote location. Telehealth services can be accessed via your smartphone or computer, and you will be able to perform your PT treatments from the comfort of your own home. You can also track your progress and see how you are improving throughout your treatments – without coming directly to our clinic. At Lott Physical Therapy, our telehealth services offer live consultation where you can meet and chat with your physical therapist about your treatment plan. Additionally, you can view the exercises and stretches that you are expected to complete each day and log your advancement through your treatment plan. There are numerous conditions that can still be treated and improved via telehealth services, including, but not limited to: • Arthritis pain • Back pain • Headaches & migraines • Post-surgical rehab • Respiratory issues • Injury rehab • Sports medicine/ athletic training • Fibromyalgia, Parkinson’s Disease, & other chronic conditions Even if you’re healthy and low-risk for infection, Telehealth is also a great option for those unable to leave their home: • Unreliable transportation • Tight work schedules • Not feeling well • Long commute • Short on time For more information on our telehealth services and how theymay benefit you, feel free to call us at 903.389.7433 (Fairfield) or 903.874.7433 (Corsicana) ! THE MOST CONVENIENT METHOD FOR PHYSICAL THERAPY AT HOME!
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While there are some sports injuries that happen after a bad day, there are others that develop over time. Tendinitis is an incredibly common issue that causes pain to develop in the joints. This can impact the hips, knees, elbows or shoulders. Pain caused by tendinitis can impact everyday activities, making it exceedingly difficult to remain comfortable day to day or to remain active. Tendinitis can make simple activities such as picking up a gallon of milk or attempting to put something away on a shelf over your head incredibly painful and challenging. Unfortunately, when tendinitis develops, it often sticks around. Thismeans that pain that begins as frustrating and seeminglyminor can quickly become chronic and incredibly painful. Workingwith a physical therapist is the best way to address tendinitis pain early on, to improve range of motion and reduce the severity of your pain without having to turn to pain medications. WHAT IS TENDINITIS? Tendinitis is a common issue among athletes because it develops as a result of overuse. While the average person may engage in standard physical tasks such as walking or
D I Z Z I N E S S & V E R T I G O WHAT I S VERT I GO?
Vertigo is the feeling of rocking or rotation when you are perfectly still. It tends to last for several hours or days. Medically, it is distinct from dizziness because it involves the sensation of movement. Vertigo is often due to a problem in the inner ear. An important part of the inner ear is the collection of semicircular canals. These structures are lined with cells that act like a gyroscope for the body and are responsible for providing feedback on our position. WE CAN HELP! Are you feeling dizzy with a sense of movement? You just might be experiencing vertigo. Make your world stop spinning with the help of our experienced and certified physical therapists. They are trained in the Cawthorne head exercises and Epley maneuver for vertigo. They can even give you instruction on how to do these exercises at home. Be sure to make a request to set up a one-on-one consultation and full evaluation of your symptoms from Lott Physical Therapy. Our physical therapists have helped many others and can help you too. For more information, Contact Us Today at Fairfield & Corsicana, TX Centers.
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