Altitude Physical Therapy May 2019

CALDWELL 1906 Fairview Ave., Ste. 410 Caldwell, ID 83605 (208) 454-9839 Nampa, ID 83686 (208) 465-9418 THE ASCENT NAMPA - MIDLAND 130 S. Midland Blvd. Nampa, ID 83686 (208) 461-5057 NAMPA - SOUTHSIDE 3151 E. Greenhurst Rd.

MAY 2019

CELEBRATING OUR PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANTS AND WHAT THEY DO FOR OUR PATIENTS

Fifty years ago, 15 students graduated from physical therapy assistant (PTA) programs in Florida and Minnesota, making them the first to do so. Since then, the profession has grown and become a widely recognized and crucial part of physical therapy teams. This month, we want to highlight the efforts of these hardworking, compassionate members of our team and share more about their vital role in helping you get back to doing what you love. At Altitude PT, our PTAs Dan and Mike assist our physical therapists and help us follow through on completing each patient’s plan of care. The first time a patient comes in to see us, their physical therapist does an evaluation and comes up with a strategy for how they’re going to get the patient hurting less and moving more. Our PTAs work closely with the physical therapists to make all that happen. Our patients might work with their PT in the beginning, then meet with Dan or Mike depending on schedules and progress. There’s a lot of teamwork involved in this process, and when we have like-minded PTAs like Dan and Mike with us, they make it easy. They’re enthusiastically on board with the vision of where we want each patient to be. It also helps that Dan and Mike get along well with our patients, allowing them to be part of delivering consistently awesome treatment. We’re intentional about coordinating our teams here at Altitude to give our patients the best experience.

Communication is key between our therapists and PTAs, and we’ve found that within our team, we have some awesome communicators. Dan and Mike are both really good listeners — a skill that’s deeply beneficial for what they do every day. When it comes down to it, like with any good relationship, it’s all about trust. As a physical therapist, I invest my time and effort to get to the nuts and bolts of a patient’s pain or injury so we can get them back to the activities they love. I must be able to trust in the people who are helping me deliver on that plan, and that’s what I have with Dan and Mike. I know they will follow through on our plan of care, helping our patients get back to their favorite pastimes — and have some fun in the process. Dan and Mike are crucial for making what we do here possible, and we’re lucky to have these two awesome PTAs on our team. If you’ve worked with Dan or Mike, take a minute this month to tell them how much you appreciate what they do. Inside this newsletter, we’re sharing an exciting opportunity to give back to our community. If you’ve ever wanted to have a PT come to your workplace to talk about back pain, or if you know a group of people that would benefit from a rotator cuff workshop, this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for. Read on for the details of how we’ll help you and your team live with more fun and less pain.

Have an awesome month. Until next time,

P.S. We’re hosting a rotator cuff workshop in May! Learn more by following us on Facebook: Facebook. com/pg/AltitudePT/posts/?ref=page_internal. –Sean Weatherston

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4 Tips to Keep Your Child Safe PROM SAFETY

the driver is important. If you’re hesitant about letting your child be driven to prom, find another way. If your teen is driving the family car, confirm that they will be the only person driving the vehicle. DRESS SAFETY Make sure your teen is dressed comfortably and appropriately to ensure they have a fun night without any accidents. Encourage them to wear comfortable shoes that they can walk and dance in without pain. High heels are fashionable, but they shouldn’t wear heels so high that they may fall and hurt themselves. Whatever your teen decides to wear should be comfortable and hemmed to the appropriate length based on their height.

Seeing gorgeous dresses, fancy suits, corsages, and boutonnieres pop up in advertisements can only mean one thing: Prom season is here! This time of year, teens are busy choosing the perfect dress or suit to wear, finding a date, making dinner reservations, and preparing for an evening of fun and dance. During this exciting time, give your teens a little encouragement and guidance to ensure they have a safe and memorable evening. CREATE A PLAN Create a plan for prom night, and make sure everyone knows what it is. Your teen should know and communicate with you what time the

dance starts, what time it ends, if they’re going anywhere after, and when they’ll be coming home.

PHONES Make sure your teen’s phone is completely charged in case they need to reach out to you sometime during the night. Encourage your teen to check in once every few hours, and establish an emergency code to use if they find themselves in trouble. DRIVING You and your teen should also have a plan about the modes of transportation, who’s driving, and how many people your teen is going with. Trusting

By keeping these safety measures in mind, your teen will have a wonderful and safe evening!

FULL CIRCLE KATHY’S JOURNEY TO ALTITUDE

Two years ago, Kathy Tanner was on the mend following a broken finger. She and her family had just moved to Idaho, and she needed physical therapy to help her finger fully heal. So, Kathy turned to the clinic just down the street from her new home: Altitude PT. She was new to the community and hadn’t met many people yet, so she was thrilled to find a welcoming, caring, and friendly environment in the staff at our Nampa Southside Clinic. As Kathy puts it, “I met Sean and Dan, and they became my new best friends.”

From her start as a patient two years ago, Kathy has come full circle and is now a team member at Altitude PT. She calls meeting Sean and the team at Altitude “God’s blessing.” She’s seen firsthand the attention and care we give patients. “You don’t realize how much your life will improve until you work with them,” Kathy says. “Being a patient, I felt totally loved. It felt like my PTs looked forward to seeing me, and I looked forward to seeing them. That’s what makes them so unique; they truly care, they truly pay attention, and they truly dialogue with their patients. They’re, hands down, the best.” Now as an employee, Kathy says she continues to see the connections our team cultivates with each patient echoed at all three clinics. “I’ve done a lot of physical therapy in the past, and I’ve never seen connection like they have with their patients; I’ve never seen the one-on-one treatment that these

PTs give patients,” Kathy says. “They’re amazing; each gives the patient their undivided attention.”

Grandma with Landon and Ashton

Now that Kathy has settled into Idaho life, she’s eager to explore the natural beauty all around her. She cherishes visits with her three grandkids, who live with their mom and dad (Kathy’s eldest son) in Arizona. Kathy and her Idaho family members love being outdoors in every capacity, from hiking and camping to gardening. With their pod camper in tow, Kathy, her husband, and her youngest son recently enjoyed a visit to Glacier National Park. As for the future? “Our next adventure is still being planned,” Kathy says enthusiastically.

We are so glad to have Kathy on our team and in Idaho!

Grandma and Charlotte

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WANT TO RELIEVE YOUR EMPLOYEES’ BACK PAIN?

Education is a big part of what we do at Altitude PT. We’re here to help show our patients, and the community at large, how they can ease their pain and get back to doing what they love through physical therapy. In that spirit, we put on workshops throughout the year to address common pain or injuries. Typically, we host these workshops at one of our three local clinics, but this year, we want to come to you. That’s right — if you’ve ever wanted to have a back pain workshop at your office or a balance workshop at your Fit and Fall group, this is your opportunity. We’re seeking community partners who’d like us to bring free workshops to their location. Whether it’s a Fit and Fall group at a church, a Parkinson’s group that wants to learn helpful exercises, or a workplace that wants to relieve team members’ back pain, we are here to help. If you’re interested in partnering with us for a workshop, or if you know someone else who would be, reach out to us and we’ll develop a free workshop on how to live better with less pain. TAKE A BREAK WE’LL COME TO YOU • • • • •

WORKSHOP TOPICS:

develop a workshop for it. From back pain to knee pain, we want to bring pain relief and improved mobility to our community. Give us a call or email us to coordinate a free workshop at your workplace, church, or community center. Help us spread the word! Tell your friends and family members about this opportunity. We want to share our knowledge about pain relief so we can all live happier, healthier, pain-free lives.

Back pain Knee pain

Shoulder/rotator cuff pain Balance and/or fall issues

Neck pain

If there’s something not on this list that you’d like to address, let us know, and we’ll work with you to

CHIPOTLE BLACK BEAN BURGERS

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed 1/2 medium onion, roughly chopped

1. Place half the black beans, onion, and garlic in your food processor. Blend for 20–30 seconds until combined. Add chipotle, cumin, salt, cornstarch, cilantro, and Sriracha. Blend for another 10–20 seconds. 2. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. Stir in oats and remaining black beans. 3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Form mixture into patties and carefully transfer to skillet. Cook for about 5–7 minutes until bottom is browned and set. Very carefully flip and cook for an additional 4–6 minutes until opposite side is browned and set as well. 4. Serve immediately, or store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

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3 cloves garlic

2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce

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2 teaspoons cumin

1 pinch salt

1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 handful fresh cilantro

1 teaspoon Sriracha

1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats

1–2 tablespoons olive oil

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Celebrating Our PTAs Prom Safety Tips Meet Kathy! Bringing PT Workshops to Our Community Chipotle Black Bean Burgers How to Travel Sustainably

GO GREEN GET OUT THERE WITH THESE ECO-TOURISM TIPS

DO GREEN Man-made attractions like the Egyptian pyramids and Machu Picchu are some of the world’s greatest wonders, but Earth itself is pretty breathtaking. Check out natural attractions while hiking or camping in preserved forests, or soak up all the Caribbean has to offer by snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding. When you’re mindful of your surroundings and remain unobtrusive, there are endless outdoor activities you can explore. Some locations even partner with environmentally conscious organizations you can donate to or volunteer with.

Vacations can come with great expense, and not just for your bank account. According to a 2018 study published in Nature Climate Change, travel accounts for 8 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Cut through the greenwashing and do your part to lessen these emissions by traveling sustainably. TRAVEL GREEN When possible, trains, hybrid buses, and carpooling are great alternatives to larger, more environmentally intrusive travel methods. Large cruise liners are detrimental to oceans, and airplanes emit large amounts of toxins into the air. However, you can cruise and fly with the earth in mind. Some cruise lines are working to reduce their impact by installing more eco- friendly lighting and materials, and flight experts

recommend using “green” airports, choosing fuel- efficient airlines, staying longer, and traveling less. If anything, it’s an excuse to extend your European vacation! STAY GREEN Where you stay impacts the environment as much as how you get there. Hotels use copious amounts of water for bathing and laundry, and they struggle to reduce energy because guests leave their lights and televisions on. However, many luxury resorts, woodsy cabins, and even entire countries have opted to make eco-tourism easier. If you’re looking for a region of the world committed to preserving nature, look no further than Iceland, Finland, and Sweden, which are ranked the three most environmentally friendly places in the world.

Opt for a green vacation and know that while you relax, the earth is getting a little relief too.

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