How Physical Therapy Can Help
Staff Spotlight Chantal McRae | DPT
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Dr. Chantal McRae is a Florida native, receiving her undergraduate degree in Communications and Marketing from the University of Central Florida in 2009. After graduating with her bachelor’s, she moved to Gainesville, Florida, and worked as a National Academy of Sports Medicine, Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), for over 5 years at Gainesville Health and Fitness. During her time as a personal trainer, she gained certifications in USAA Olympic Weightlifting, Kettlebell Level 1, and Tribe Team Training. During her free time, she trained for and competed in obstacle course racing. Currently, Chantal provides services to patients with urinary/ fecal incontinence, constipation, post-partum and pregnancy-related impairments including Diastasis Recti (DRA), pelvic girdle pain and SI joint dysfunction, breast CA mastectomy, dyspareunia, and cystocele/ rectocele prolapse to name a few. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, reading, being outdoors, and spending time with her two cats, Zeus and Paisley
Regardless of the cause of arthritis, physical therapy plays a major role in the treatment of arthritis symptoms and should be tried first, before more aggressive procedures such as surgery. While maintaining a healthy weight, exercise and a good diet help, surgical intervention may eventually be needed. However, physical therapy has been shown to be an excellent way to prepare and recover after a total knee or hip replacement. It is very common for the muscles that support the knee, hip, and low back to become weakened from inactivity. Through targeted easy to do exercises, we help your muscles regain their strength, providing greater support to the joints, and reducing inflammation. Furthermore, by improving balance and coordination, especially to the knee and hip joints, the abnormal strain on the joints is relieved, and safety is improved to reduce risk of further injury. If you or a loved one suffers from arthritis, you have options. The first step is to contact one of our therapists today and ask about ongoing physical therapy treatment to restore mobility, comfort and quality of life. See how we can help your joints, feel better and move better! Go online or call us to schedule an appointment today.
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PITAYA SMOOTHIE BOWLS
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INGREDIENTS • ⅔ cup frozen pineapple chunks • 1 tablespoon light agave nectar • ⅛ teaspoon salt • 1 cup cubed fresh pink pitaya (dragon fruit), divided • ¼ cup chia seeds • ¼ cup sliced fresh strawberries • ¼ cup sliced banana • 2 tablespoons toasted unsweetened shredded coconut • 2 tablespoons toasted unsalted pistachios DIRECTIONS
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Combine pineapple, agave, salt and ¾ cup pitaya in a blender; puree until smooth, about 30 seconds. Stir in chia. Transfer to two bowls; chill for 15 minutes. Top each bowl with strawberries, banana, coconut, pistachios and the remaining ¼ cup pitaya.
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