Physical therapy isn’t just about recovering from injuries. In fact, injury prevention is a key component of our rehabilitation program. But did you know you can work with us to prevent an injury before it happens? The Gold Coast Physical Therapy physical therapists can offer their expertise to help you maximize those seven injury prevention tips above. Here’s a sample of all that we can do: • Comprehensive Prevention Screens: We can run you through several movement screens to help identify areas of weakness, impairment, or imbalance that might lead to injuries down the line. We’ll evaluate your body’s biomechanics as you walk, run, or perform other day-to-day movements–and then provide you with exercises to correct these issues. • Reduce Your Fall Risk: Falls are a significant source of injury, especially among older adults or people with certain neuromuscular conditions. We can develop a personalized fall prevention plan that will help improve your balance and walking patterns so you can move with confidence. • Find the Right Workouts for You: Want to move more but aren’t sure how to get started? We’ll help you develop a fitness plan that addresses your abilities and interests, including guidance on starting slow and gradually building in intensity. We’ll also show you how to use the proper form to avoid injuries. Take Injury Prevention a Step Further With Physical Therapy
Don’t Wait Until You’re Injured to Give Us a Call! If you think you might be at a high risk of suffering an injury, request an appointment with Gold Coast Physical Therapy. Whether you’re planning an adventure vacation, starting a new physically demanding job, or simply struggling with day-to-day mobility, our therapists are here to help. Call today to get started!
Sources: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34099605/ •https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/52/24/1557.abstract
Recipe of The Month: Best Vegan Potato Salad
Ingredients: • 5 pounds yukon gold potatoes, peeled and chopped small (1/2-1 in) • 14- ounce block extra- firm tofu
• 1 1/2 c vegan mayo • 1 c sweet pickle relish • 2 tbsp yellow mustard • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar • 2 tsp celery seeds
• 1/2 tsp paprika • 3 celery ribs, diced
• 3 green onions, chopped • 2 tbsp fresh chopped dill • salt + pepper, to taste
Directions: Add the chopped potatoes to a large pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 10-15 minutes, until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain the potatoes in a colander. Meanwhile, press the tofu by wrapping in paper towels (or a clean dry tea towel.) Place a plate or pan on top of the wrapped tofu, and put a couple of heavy books or cast iron pan on top of that. Let the tofu press for about 20 minutes. Once the tofu is pressed, slice the block into thin strips, then slice thinly the other way. Chop into even smaller pieces and set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together the vegan mayo, pickle relish, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, celery seeds and paprika. Set aside. Place the cooked and drained potatoes in a large bowl, while still warm. Add the chopped celery, green onions, dill, tofu and dressing to the potatoes, and stir gently to mix until the potatoes are coated. Add salt + pepper to taste. Cover the potato salad and place in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours if possible before serving. Overnight is even better! It will keep for about 1 week in the refrigerator. Enjoy!
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