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A Little Extra Pocket Change THE VARIOUS HATS I WORE BEFORE VITAL CARE
Vital Care Patients ENTER TO WIN Find the misspelled word in this newsletter and call 623-544-0300 for your chance to win a $10 GIFT CARD! CALL 623-544-0300 illegal at the time (and definitely is now!), but it was an experience I won’t soon forget. My neighbors had a printing press in their garage where they made Arizona-themed T-shirts to sell at swap meets on the weekends. I’d go Few experiences influence our lives as much as the first jobs we had. In fact, I’d be surprised to hear if anyone, regardless of age or background, didn’t remember their first day on the job. For some, a first job means babysitting your younger sister while your mom is running errands. For others, a first job means nervously opening the doors to a local establishment and learning the nuances of working under a supervisor, collaborating with coworkers, and discovering what taxes are for the first time ever! Growing up, I dabbled in a little bit of both. I had my first technical work shift when I was 9. Employing a kid that young was likely considered
to the “Park and Swap” with them and spend the afternoon helping them fold T-shirts in their booth. At the end of the
day, they’d throw a $10 bill my way, and I’d skip home as happy as could be with that cash burning a hole in my pocket. The following year, I made quite a name for myself in the babysitting
in the back, bagging people’s groceries, loading the ice bags in the freezing cold freezer, and gathering carts out in the hot parking lot. I also worked for several
arena. Oddly enough, since I was tall (I’m 5 feet 11inches now), several parents thought I was older than I was when they put their kids in my care. In fact, it wasn’t until I’d been watching their kids for several months that they finally learned I was only age 10 and not 13-years-old! While the babysitting business was lucrative, I picked up another job the two summers before I turned 16 at a pottery warehouse. Since I still wasn’t technically old enough to work at the time, I was paid cash for all those long, hot hours with no air conditioning. I spent many hours glazing pottery and putting together cactus arrangements that would later be sold at fancy resorts in the area. I will never forget working in the warehouse during the days in June of 1990 when it hit a record-breaking 122 degrees F here in Arizona. To this day, even the thought of that old warehouse makes me perspire! Learning how to work early on in physically taxing environments helped me deal with later, more legitimate work. Once I was the legal working age of 16, I worked as a bagger at a local grocery store where I was responsible for spraying down the greesy, smelly butcher’s area
years as a restaurant server, a customer service representative at Arizona Republic, a certified aerobics instructor, a physical therapy technician, and as the “beer cart girl” at a golf course while I was going to college. While all of these jobs were extremely different, they all taught me the value of hard work and personal independence, the significance of succeeding in the customer service industry, and — most importantly — the power of being kind to those who are providing you a service. Whether I’m standing in line to buy groceries, calling a customer service helpline, or going out to dinner with my husband, I make an effort to share some kindness and positivity with the employees doing all the dirty work. I spent the better part of my life in their shoes, and I remember how difficult it was to maintain a professional smile when a customer ignored or openly berated you for something completely out of your control. So, the next time you’re out on the town, be sure to shower the employees you encounter with an extra dose of patience and happiness. I can guarantee they’ll be thankful for it! –Andrea McWhorter
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3 Free Apps to Help You Catch Those Z’s INSOMNIACS UNITE
Everyone with a smartphone has heard time and time again that looking at your phone before bed is a bad idea. According to the National Sleep Foundation, “The use of electronic devices in the bedroom further disrupts the natural pattern of the sleep-wake cycle” primarily because of the blue light emitted from the screen. While most scientific data pertaining to sleep recommends you place your phone in another room overnight, those who toss and turn regardless of phone location might benefit from using technology rather than tucking it away. Here are three FREE sleep apps that might help you get to dreamland faster.
PZIZZ
common. The Snore Report app records through the night to detect any snoring sounds and then provides the user with an overview of the previous night’s recording, including an index to determine snore intensity. Using this app might not help you fall asleep faster, but it could offer helpful information about why you aren’t able to stay asleep.
While there are many apps that claim to help people fall asleep quicker, very few are programmed to prevent sleepers from growing bored of the same monotonous soundtracks. Pzizz combines music, sound effects, and binaural beats, and an embedded algorithm generates a slightly different track each time you use it.
SLEEP CYCLE ALARM CLOCK
SNORE REPORT
Instead of setting an alarm to jolt you out of sleep at a specific time, choose a window of time to wake up with the Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock. The app will sense your sleep movements and ring an alarm when you’re in the lightest stage of sleep. This way, you’ll wake at the optimal time, feeling refreshed rather than groggy.
Many troubled sleepers who are able to fall asleep are jolted awake shortly afterward. The inability to stay asleep throughout the night can stem from a multitude of factors, but snoring tends to be the most
Success Stories
OUR CLIENTS SAY IT BEST
At Vital Care Physical Therapy, we understand that a patients’ decision to come to us for help in their rehabilitation journey requires ample trust. Many of them have been navigating the stress, frustration, and pain associated with an injury or medical condition for months or even years. In that way, a patient’s choice to allow our team members here at Vital Care the opportunity to lend a hand in their personal recovery means the world to us. One story that sticks out to us in particular comes from John A. Here’s what he had to say :
“Then in early December, I had a total knee replacement. Just a few short days later, Tim here in the office started instructing and showing me how to walk correctly. Wow, what a difference! I’m making the most out of my new knee, and it’s made such a positive impact on my everyday life. Thank you so much to Tim and Vital Care!” –John A.
“Imagine walking like a pirate for nearly three years. Some people pretend to hobble on a wooden leg to make their Halloween costume more realistic, but prior to my experience at Vital Care, walking like a pirate was my daily reality.
If you’ve ever suffered an injury that’s left you struggling to walk like John, don’t hesitate to come in and meet with one of our physical therapists. We don’t want you to spend another minute in pain. Give us a call at (623) 544-0300 to find out how we can help you today!
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WHAT MAKES VITAL CARE DIFFERENT? COME TO ONE OF OUR WORKSHOPS AND SEE FOR YOURSELF!
If you’re a current or past patient of Vital Care Rehabilitation, then you likely already know we are a husband/wife operated clinic. Since opening in 2000, Andrea and David have collaborated with their team to expand their establishment’s impact without compromising their mission: maximizing patients’ healing potential so they can return to the purpose of their lives.
WHAT MAKES VITAL CARE REHABILITATION DIFFERENT?
We know you always have a number of physical therapists to choose from, but at Vital Care, we focus on individualized care for all our patients. No matter who walks through our doors, we aim to treat our patients like family. We’re serious. Come on down and see for yourself! Additionally, while we do work closely with your physician, we can see the immense value of working independently of them. Our governing body, which includes a physician, physical therapist, social worker, and administrator, allows us to keep our setting small and intimate, so you do not get lost in the crowd. In fact, every single patient’s plan of care is reviewed by every member of our governing body, which gives our patients greater opportunities for success. To see how our small, but hard-working and effective, team can maximize your healing potential, check out one of our upcoming workshops!
JUICY LUCY SLIDERS
Inspired by Bon Appétit Magazine
INGREDIENTS
• 2 lbs. ground chuck beef, 20% lean • 8 slices melting cheese (like American, Swiss, Muenster, or cheddar) • 16 small potato rolls, toasted • Salt and pepper, to taste • Your favorite burger accompaniments 1. Divide beef into 16 evenly sized balls. 2. Rip cheese into roughly equal pieces, creating 16 equal portions. 3. Using your index finger, create a small indentation in each ball. 4. Fill indention with cheese and pinch meat around to seal. Then gently form balls into 3/4-inch-thick patties. Season patties. 5. Meanwhile, heat a cast-iron skillet to medium-high. 6. Lightly coat skillet with oil and cook patties in batches. Brown one side undisturbed, about 3 minutes. Carefully flip and cook until desired doneness, about 3 minutes for medium. 7. Serve on toasted potato rolls with your favorite accompaniments. DIRECTIONS
WHAT: Informative Workshop on Preventing and Healing Back Pain and Sciatica WHEN: August 10; 10 a.m. WHERE: Our office at 14545 W. Grand Ave. #108, Surprise, AZ WHAT: Informative Workshop on Preventing and Healing Balance Issues and Dizziness WHEN: September 7; 10 a.m. WHERE: Our office at 14545 W. Grand Ave. #108, Surprise, AZ
Both of these workshops are FREE, but you need to RSVP. Give us a call at (623) 544-0300 to secure your spot!
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INSIDE
THIS ISSUE
The Best and Worst of Summer Jobs PAGE 1
3 Free Apps to Help You Catch Those Z’s
Success Stories PAGE 2
Juicy Lucy Sliders
Check Out Our Upcoming Workshops! PAGE 3
Avoid the Summer Heat Somewhere Cool PAGE 4
CHILL OUT
Relax in These Cool Destinations This Summer
As the scorching summer sun beats down, it’s hard to remember that just six months ago you were shivering through the winter, whether that meant a chilly 50 degrees F or bitter subzero temperatures. But if cooler temps sound like paradise, and a dip in the pool is no longer keeping you cool, it might be time to take a vacation somewhere chilly. Check out these three destinations to avoid the summer heat.
ALASKA
No place says chilly quite like Alaska. Trips to Alaska can be expensive during this time of year, but when you step into that crisp air with a cool mountainous view, you’ll understand why it’s a popular summer voyage. Travelers can choose to fly or take a cruise ship, and many cities feature tourism-packed excursions. A few notable locations include Anchorage, the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, and Denali National Park and Preserve.
the fjords. Even better, you can tour the country at any time because it’s sunny almost 24 hours a day. What could be better than a midnight hike around the fourth happiest country in the world?
NORWAY
Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean you have to give up your skiing hobby! Venture off to Norway and experience some of their most popular summer ski resorts. After a day or two shredding the slopes, experience the popular Norwegian Opera and Ballet in Oslo or choose between numerous outdoor and indoor exhibitions. Best of all, you won’t even break a sweat, as the average temperature in Norway’s hottest month barely hits 70 degrees F. Bordering Sweden and northern Finland, Norway can even be the beginning to a cool European tour this summer.
ICELAND
Just as its name suggests, Iceland can be the perfect destination for travelers yearning to get away from the unbearable summer heat. With temperatures rarely exceeding 60 degrees F — the average high for the country — packing is easy for this relaxing vacation. Take a relaxing dip in one of the country’s many hot springs or enjoy tremendous views of
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