PHYSICAL THERAPY OPTIONS FOR VETERANS
As Sean shared on the cover, we are proud to serve active-duty military folks and veterans. These men and women put themselves on the line every day to defend our country, and it’s an honor to play a small part in helping them get back on their feet. For many of our military members, re-entering civilian life can be one of the most challenging parts of service. It’s a big change to leave the structured life you experienced in the military to return to the world outside of it. And for those injured in combat, recovering — both physically and mentally — takes time. Finding a good team of professionals, from medical to mental health doctors, can play an important role in healing. When it comes to healing physical wounds, physical therapy is a useful treatment option. It aims to help patients manage pain and regain their mobility, and it’s a much less invasive alternative to surgery. Since each treatment plan is individualized, physical therapists can address the specific needs of veterans and create a program that is tailored
to them. Clinics that work one-on-one with patients, like Altitude PT, build a professional relationship with them that makes recovery a partnership. Working together, therapist and patient create a program that guides the patient toward long-term health and mobility. Physical therapy is often covered through Tricare, so talk to your provider about accessing your benefits for PT treatment. Altitude PT is a partner in the Veterans Affairs (VA) Choice program, which is for people who have access to VA benefits. Recently, the program was expanded to let veterans receive services from private health care providers. VA Choice ensures that those with VA benefits don’t necessarily have to go through the VA hospital for physical therapy. For veterans living outside of Boise, this might be welcome news, since you can come to Altitude’s Caldwell or Nampa clinics without having to make the drive downtown. Talk to your primary care doctor to find out about eligibility for the VA Choice program and how to use your benefits at Altitude PT.
TAKE A BREAK
CHIPOTLE- ROASTED CARROT SALAD
These spicy, tangy carrots make a healthy Thanksgiving side that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Plus, you can do most of the work in advance and assemble the finished dish on the big day.
INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
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30 small carrots (2–3 bunches), tops removed and carrots scrubbed
1. Heat oven to 350 F. In a rimmed baking sheet, toss carrots with chipotle peppers, molasses, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, and roast for 30–35 minutes. 2. Transfer carrots to a plate and let them cool completely. 3. Once cooled, toss carrots with adobo sauce. Lay across a platter, and top with watercress. 4. Serve alongside yogurt.
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2 chipotle peppers in adobo, minced
1 teaspoon adobo sauce from the chipotle can
1 tablespoon molasses
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 ounces watercress, stems trimmed Plain Greek yogurt, for serving
Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
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