In light of the COVID-19 pandemic we like you to know that we are working hard to help slow down the spread of this disease and keep everyone safe at our facility. Although our Clinics are open and fully operational, we understand that some of our patients may prefer to continue with social distancing. We genuinely care about the health of each and every one of our patients, which is why we are offering telehealth services to those whowould prefer to limit in-person contact. To learn more about how you can set up our telehealth services on your smartphone or computer, give us a call today. We are here to help you with all of your physical therapy needs. WE ARE OFFERING TELEHEALTH VISITS!
How Physical Therapy Can KEEP YOU ON YOUR FEET
• Walking and moving programs. This part of your treatment plan is aimed at getting you back to your normal physical function when walking and/or moving. Your physical therapist may ask you to perform certain activities, such as walking in a circle or completing an obstacle course. • Balance training. Balance is a large part of fall prevention, as lack of stability is one of the main reasons why falls occur. Your physical therapist will design a balance training plan for you as part of your treatment, and may ask you to perform certain balance-based activities, such as standing on one leg or holding your balance while performing a mentally-stimulating task (such as reciting the alphabet, reading a page from a book, or using our fun Smartfit system.) • Strength training. Strength training is typically paired with your balance training. Your physical therapist will design a strength training plan for you, which will focus on specific muscle groups in need of improvement. The goal of this will be to improve your standing and walking balance, as well as your ability to recover from a loss of balance. Are you ready to get back on your feet by improving your balance and decreasing your risk of sustaining a fall. Schedule a consultation or speak with one of our licensed physical therapists at 301.352.8370 (Glenn Dale) or 301.856.8386 (Clinton).
Results concluded that those who participated in exercise interventions had a 23% decrease in falls as compared to the control group. Fall risk was also reduced at 21-24%, depending on if treatments were done in individual or group settings. The risk of fall-related fractures was decreased by 27% and the number of falls that required medical attention was decreased by 39%. Concluding statements from the authors demonstrated how overall, “Exercise reduces both the rate of falls…and the number of people experiencing falls.” At EvidencePT, your initial physical evaluation may consist of several parts to better determine what your most problematic factors are. These may include vision tests, thinking tests, resting heart rate checks, active heart rate checks, and evaluations of your gait, balance, range of motion, and strength. Based on the results of this evaluation, your physical therapist will design a treatment plan around your specific needs. These plans are aimed first and foremost at reducing your risk of falling, but they will also aid you in improving balance, strength, flexibility, endurance, and overall movement. Some common forms of treatment include: • Painmanagement. If you are feeling painful anywhere, it will be one of the first things addressed in your treatment plan. Your physical therapist will want tomake sure that your treatment is as comfortable as possible, so you will work together on relieving pain first, before continuing into any other forms of physical activity thatmay bring youdiscomfort.
WHY OUR PATIENTS LOVE US:
What’s New At EvidencePT HURRAY...KIERSTEN IS GETTING MARRIED!
“I’m very satisfied with the treatment I received at Evidence Physical Therapy. For thirty years I lived with chronic back pain, but after treatment at Evidence Physical Therapy I’m walking, sitting and working pain free. Thanks Evidence Physical Therapy.“
The EPT family would like to congratulate Kiersten on her upcoming wedding. We wish you all the best as you get married at the end of this month. Congratulations!
— HENRY
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