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After earning her Master’s of Science inPhysicalTherapy in2001, Beth immediatelystartedworking in acute rehab gaining an abundance of experience. She began post- graduate training inwomen’shealth PT in 2004 and led an incontinence program at the hospital.  In 2006, she brought her passion andexperience to theBayState PT family. With19yearsofexperience, Beth manages the Women’s Health and Wellness Center for Bay State Physical Therapy located at 118 Long Pond Road in Plymouth, MA. Workingwithwomen inneedand in thespecialtyofpelvichealthallows Beth to provide compassionate, comprehensive, and high-quality care to her patients. When she is not treating and educatingherpatients,Bethenjoys life with her husband, two children, and the family cat. Beth finds time to run and is a particularly talented baker.

Colleen came to Bay State Physical Therapy - Waltham after a referral from her doctor to try a strengthening and pain management program to help with her osteoarthritis knee pain. Colleen’s initial plan of care consisted of easy, high repetition exercises to decrease her knee pain and swelling, as herkneewas relativelyeasy to aggravate. Once she demonstrated improved pain with daily activities and improved knee motion,

Bethwasbornand raised inCentral Massachusetts.Afterexperiencing her dad suffer a debilitating injury and undergo years of treatment, Beth was inspired to make healing othersher life’swork.Whilestudying Physical Therapy at Simmons University in Boston, Beth worked inOBGYNatanareahospitalwhere her passion for women’s health began. Beth Welch, MSPT

she progressed to hip and quad strengthening exercises to improve her knee stability and functional strength. Here is some of her feedback: “Bay State PT has been an exceptional experience. Bay State PT consists of a friendly, professional and knowledgeable staff from the front desk personnel to all of the therapists. Jack has been awesome! He was able to explain my injury better than my doctor. He individualized my program to find what best suited my needs. My knee is stronger than it has been because of his expertise and compassion to work with me. I would highly recommend Bay State PT and Jack to anyone needing physical therapy.” Relieve Pain in Minutes Try this movement if you're experiencing arthritis pain. Hip Hikes While standing up on a step, lower one leg downward towards the floor by tilting your pelvis to the side. Then return the pelvis/ leg back to a leveled position. Use hand support to maintain balance, if necessary. Repeat 3 times. Strengthens Hips Exercisescopyrightof

Healthy Recipe to Start the New Year

Garlic Butter Meatballs with Zucchini Pasta

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning • 1/2 tsp crushed red chili pepper flakes • 3 tbsp butter • 4 medium zucchini, spiralized • lemon juice • salt (to taste) • black pepper (to taste)

• 1/2 lb ground turkey • 1/2 lb ground pork

• 1/2 cup shredded cheese • 1 crumbled bouillon cube • 1 tbsp hot sauce • 1 cup fresh chopped cilantro • 4 cloves garlic, grated + 2 cloves garlic, minced

TURKEY MEATBALLS: Combineground turkeyandpork,cheese,grat- ed garlic, Italian seasoning, bouillon cube, red chili pepper flakes, chopped cilantro and black pepper. Mix well to form medium balls. Arrange meat- balls on a plate and set aside. Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook meatballs for 8-10 min on all sides until cooked through. While cooking, baste meatballs in butter and juices. Remove and set aside. ZUCCHINI NOODLES: Melt remaining butter and add lemon juice, hot sauce, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Add zucchini noodles and cook for 3-4 min, stirring regularly, until done yet still crisp. Season with salt/pepper and garnish with cilantro. Add the meatballs back to the pan and reheat for about a minute. Serve the meatballs and zucchini noodles immediately with a lemon slice on the side.

Always consultyourphysical therapistorphysicianbefore startingexercisesyouareunsureofdoing.

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