Newsletter for Garber Physical Therapy
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YOUR BACK PAIN RECOVERY IS HERE!
INSIDE: • Back Pain Prevention • Five Health Benefits of Spring Cleaning! • Staff Spotlight • Patient Review • Healthy Recipe
HEALTH & WELLNESS The Newsletter About Your Health & Caring for Your Body
YOUR BACK PAIN RECOVERY IS HERE!
Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t seek treatment when back pain arises. Before they know it, they have a big problem. They might assume nothing—except for medication—can solve their back pain problem. Medication might mask the pain, but it won’t cure the problem’s root cause. Back Pain Solutions You’re in luck: Back pain can be cured! The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke covers a number of back pain remedies. These include the use of strength exercise, physical therapy and medication. Where medication is considered, anti-inflammatory drugs, analgesic medications and counter-irritants are the most popular. Before you can treat your back pain, however, you need to know why it started. Whether you’ve tweaked a muscle or have a deeper injury, a spine specialist can help.
Back pain can hinder your day-to-day activities. Left untreated, it can even lead to long-term joint, spine and nerve damage. As one of the most common physical complaints, over 80 percent of the U.S. population will suffer from it at some point in their lifetime. The pain itself can hinder your ability to reach, lean, kneel, lift or bend. It can also hinder your time spent with friends and family. Direct pain aside, minor aches and cramps associated with a back pain problem can make you irritable— ruining your good time. What Causes Back Pain? A few things cause back pain. The American Physical Therapy Association covers each of these, but the following are leading causes: • Spinal and core muscle weaknesses • Bad posture • Spinal muscle and tissue damage • Improper lifting form • Limited hip, spine and thigh muscle flexibility • Bad abdominal, pelvic and back muscle coordination
Have back pain that won’t go away? We want to help you! Call us at 864-583-6420 (Spartanburg) or 864-469-9936 (Greer)
Call Garber Physical Therapy to talk with your physical therapist today!
3. If further assessment is
1. Feel free to call us and ask to speak to your therapist.
2. Your therapist will tell you the possible causes of your pain as well as precautions you can take at home.
warranted, your therapist might recommend you come in for an appointment.
Back Pain Prevention A little prevention goes a long way. If you want to avoid future back pain, you can make sure you’re being good to your back. Lift Properly You pick things up constantly. Even if you’re lifting something light, make sure you’re facing the object. Squat, keeping your spine straight. Lift with your leg muscles, as this will reduce the pressure placed on your spine. Use Good Posture When you’re standing, imagine a string is attached to the top of your head—lifting you up. This will keep your hips, spine, shoulders and neck aligned. If you’re sitting, don’t slouch. Use Strength Training Your body has hundreds of muscles. These muscles protect and control your spine. By lifting weights, running and swimming, you can keep themstrong. Train your coremuscles. In doing so, you’ll easily control quick, lifting movements. It never hurts to visit a physical therapist, either. Get regular check-ups, and make sure your body is in good condition. If you have a history of back injuries, pain or minor aches, don’t hesitate to talk to a professional. You deserve a pain-free life, and your back will thank you.
Sources http://www.apta.org/
https://www.acatoday.org/Patients/Health-Wellness-Information/Back-Pain-Facts-and-Statistics https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/Low-Back-Pain-Fact-Sheet
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Staff Spotlight Dr. Kurt E. Garber DPT
EDUCATION Dr. Kurt E. Garber DPT is the owner of Garber Physical therapy which was founded in 2011. He earned his Associate Degree in Physical Therapy from Illinois Central College in Peoria, Illinois in 1992. He earned his Bachelors Degrees in Physical Therapy from The University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio in 2000. He earned his Post-Professional Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from Des Moines University in Des Moines, Iowa in 2009. Overall, he has over 28 years of
problem, and hands-on techniques (manual therapy). Throughout Dr. Kurt’s 28 years of practice and experience, this balanced approach is what has worked best for his patients. PERSONAL Dr. Kurt is originally from Illinois, but says that he is a southerner at heart. Dr. Kurt is married to Amy Garber, his wife of 34 years. They have 2 grown children. They enjoy gardening, working outside, and raising chickens. FUN FACT
experience in physical therapy. TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY
Dr. Kurt believes in a balanced approach to treatment consisting of, educating the patient on the treatment and management of their problem, use of heating and pain relief modalities, therapeutic exercises to correct the cause of the
Dr. Kurt is a Veteran of the US Army. He was a Combat Medic from 1983-1987. He served in peacetime only. His experience included working in the Emergency Room at the Army hospital in New Jersey and in South Korea.
Garber Physical Therapy Is Still Serving You During Difficult Times
Patient Review
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. To do your part to prevent the spread of this contagious disease, we ask patients that if youor your familyaredemonstrating symptoms of coronavirus— coughing, sneezing or fever—please stay home. Additionally, if you or your family has been exposed to someone who has a confirmed case of the virus, please notify us immediately, so we can take necessary steps. Your cooperation in this tough time is what makes us able to continue to provide valuable services to you and your family. We appreciate your ongoing support.
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic that has been causing numerous health care facilities to shut down, we as medical professionals are diligently trying to serve our patients in the best ways possible without risking the spread of this disease. The sedentary lifestyle that I’m sure many people have experienced since being quarantined to their homes can actually lead to more aches, pains, and discomfort than one may think. Fortunately, we have you covered. As some may know, the Department of Homeland Security has deemed physical therapists as “Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers” during the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of this, Garber Physical Therapy will remain open and seeing patients during this time, while taking the necessary precautions to make sure everything is sanitary, and everyone is safe.
Their compassionate ways make therapy much easier. “Hands down, #TeamGarber is the best. They have been my therapist for two of my joint replacements. Dr. Kurt and his clinical staff take into consideration the limitations and pain the patients are in. Their compassionate ways make therapy much easier. Shout out to Mrs. Garber and Heather. You are awesome people.” - D.W.
Did You Know?
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OUR EMPLOYEES ARE WASHING HANDS REGULARLY
OUR EMPLOYEES ARE USING GLOVES WHEN NECESSARY
OUR EMPLOYEES ARE PRACTICING SAFE DISTANCE
WE ARE CHECKING THE TEMPERATURE OF EACH PATIENT
OUR EMPLOYEES ARE AVOIDING HUGS & SHAKING HANDS
• Arthritis • Auto Accidents • Back Pain • Chronic Pain
• Personnel Injuries • Post-Surgical Rehab • Sports Injuries • Vestibular Pain • Work Injuries
• Hand Pain • Headaches • Neck Pain
Healthy Recipe
Feta Chicken Burger
BURGERS
INGREDIENTS
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese • 6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted • Optional: Lettuce leaves and tomato slices
• 1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red pepper • 1 teaspoon garlic powder • 1/2 teaspoon Greek seasoning • 1/4 teaspoon pepper • 1-1/2 pounds lean ground chicken
• 1/4 cup finely chopped cucumber • 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
DIRECTIONS
Preheat broiler.Mix cucumber andmayonnaise. For burgers,mix redpepper andseasonings. Add chicken and cheese; mix lightly but thoroughly (mixture will be sticky). Shape into six 1/2-in.-thick patties. Broil burgers 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 3-4 minutes per side. Serve in buns with cucumber sauce. If desired, top with lettuce and tomato. https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/feta-chicken-burgers/
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