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THE SCIENCE OF RUNNINGSEMINAR
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it is appropriate to do so as part of the rehabilitation plan The seminar will take place on Friday, November 9th, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. This seminar will take place at our Hall Road location - 20554 Hall Rd, Clinton Township, MI. Snacks and beverages provide. Please call to sign up or email us at info@empowerptandfitness.com.
• The biomechanics of running • Conduct a basic running evaluation using video methods • Integrate findings from the physical examination and video analysis to determine appropriate injury management • Recommend specific rehabilitation exercises to target impairments of common running-related injuries • Recommend effective strategies to modify the running form and determine when
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Physical therapists are adept at diagnosing the root problem of a person’s functional problem. Rather than looking at the symptoms (pain, discomfort, stiffness), these professionals look at what is causing the symptoms. As a result, physical therapists perform the type, frequency and duration of therapy based on goals beyond the superficial symptom. For instance, someone who comes to a physical therapist with pain in their knee may begin therapy with goals to strengthen the muscles in their leg, reduce their weight, and improve their posture. Exercises that are targeted at improving mobility, function or strength in a particular part of the body are called therapeutic exercises. This key component to rehabilitation is the crux to any physical therapy program. In fact, the American Physical Therapy Association has said that physical therapy is not physical therapy without some form of therapeutic exercise. The goal of any exercise of this type is to restore movement, improve strength and function, and promote overall wellness. Specific exercises may beprescribed to restorestrength,enduranceor rangeofmotion.Additionally, therapeuticexercisemayaddressbalance,pain,orproprioception (thesense of how much effort is being used in movement). While many physicians believe in the power of exercise to restore function, physical therapy adds a level of supervision that makes therapeutic exercise more effective. NEW BLOOMFIELD HILLS LOCATION NOW OPEN Our new clinic is located at 53 W. Long Lake Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 , at the intersection of Woodward and Long Lake. The new clinic features the AlterG treadmill, RedCord, and some familiar faces.
You have been referred to a physical therapist. Now what? If you are one of the millions of Americans every year that suffers from the aftermath of an accident or is trying to “come back” after surgery, you likely expected this referral. If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from chronic or recurrent pain, including migraines, you might be wondering what the connection is between physical therapy and long-term pain relief. Fortunately, we’re here to help. What is physical therapy? Physical therapists are part health care professionals and part teachers. Highly trained in human anatomy and physiology, physical therapists use a variety of techniques to diagnose movement and function problems, prescribe therapy and teach a person how to continue improving and avoid injury long after they leave the office. Physical therapy is often prescribed after an injury or surgery, but it can also be an important part of the treatment plan for neurologic disorders, disabilities, cardiac conditions, pulmonary problems, and developmental disorders.
Diagnosis and Therapeutic Exercise.
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PHYSICAL THERAPY MODALITIES
While therapeutic exercise is the crux of physical therapy, it is by no means the only technique. Physical therapy modalities, or complimentary therapies, are used to relieve pain, improve movement and aid in the healing process. Ultrasound Therapy. While many people are familiar with the diagnostic capability of ultrasound, few have had experience with therapeutic ultrasound. Two types are primarily used in physical therapy - continuous ultrasound and pulsed ultrasound. Continuous, or thermal ultrasound heats the tissue it targets while pulsed, or nonthermal ultrasound, has been shown to accelerate healing on a cellular level. Beyond whether the sonic waves are continuous or pulsed, an ultrasound’s intensity, wave length and frequency can be adjusted to treat soft tissue injuries, bone fractures, ulcers, incisions, or tendon injuries. Electrical Stimulation. Also known as E-Stim, electrical stimulation is commonly used in physical therapy for pain relief and wound healing. Electrodes are placed on the body and an electrical current is run between them, forcing the muscle below to contract.This contraction can have one or more effects. It can strengthen a muscle that has atrophied, stop a muscle spasm, promote healing, reduce swelling, or enhance the effectiveness of medications. Electrical Stimulation has also been shown to aid in wound healing, depending on where the electrodes are placed and how they are spaced. Low-Level Laser Therapy. Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) uses a low- intensity light to trigger changes within the cells below. Rather than using heat to create a thermal reaction the way some ultrasound therapy does, LLLTuses light tocreateaphotochemical reaction,much likephotosynthesis
in plants. LLLT is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration to treat hand and wrist pain that is common in carpal tunnel syndrome, and to treat pain in the muscles and joints associated with arthritis, muscle strains and sprains. Since LLLT uses light instead of heat, it carries virtually no side effects and can be used in combination with other modalities for pain relief. It is important to remember thatno twopeople’sphysical therapyexperiences will be the same since no two people’s goals, commitment, pain and fitness levels, and needs are the same. Your physical therapist will create customized goals, therapeutic exercises and series of modalities that will address your individual needs. For more information on what physical therapy is or to find out what physical therapy can do for you, contact us for a consultation and to discuss your needs.
Sources:http://www.apta.org/AboutPTs/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18198783 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4743666/
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• 1 teaspoon canola oil • 1 cup chopped onion • 1 cup green sweet pepper • 2 cloves garlic • 1 tsp bottled minced garlic • 1 (14.5 ounce) can no-salt- added diced tomatoes • 1 (8 ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce • 1 cup water • 4½ tsp chili powder
INGREDIENTS • 1 tsp garlic-herb, salt-free seasoning blend • 1 tsp ground cumin • ⅛ tsp salt • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables • ¼ cup light sour cream • Fresh cilantro (optional) • ⅛ tsp chili powder (optional)
DIRECTIONS Lightly coat an unheated large saucepan or Dutch oven with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat over medium-high heat. Add oil; swirl to coat bottomofpan.Addonion,sweetpepper,andgarlic tohotpan;cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until pepper is tender, stirring often. If necessary, reduceheat topreventburning.Addundraineddiced tomatoes, tomato sauce, thewater, thechilipowder, theseasoningblend,cumin,andsalt. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in beans and mixed vegetables. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, about 10 minutes more or until vegetables are tender. If desired, top individual servings with sour cream and/or cilantro and sprinkle with the chili powder.
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Staff Spotlights
Patient Success Spotlight
“I’ve been working with Lindsey for seven weeks. She is the primary reason I feel so much better both physically and emotionally. I am challenged and reminded each session of my abilities, not the deficit area of my body. It’s amazing how much better and stronger I feel.” - Beth S. I feel so much better! THIS CAN BE YOU! CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT! METROPOLITAN PARKWAY (586) 228-7000 HALL ROAD (586) 868-7000 DISCOVER HOW TO LIVE PAIN FREE
Dr. Marie Mets DPT willbeworkingatour16mile location.Mariegraduated from Central Michigan University in May 2018 and this is her first PT position. She is excited to join the Empower Team and is looking forward to working with everyone. Aunjeanette Marlow will be our HR representative and she will be in charge of the employee relations. Her responsibilities include team building,creating a positive culture,growth and development of the staff. EMPOWER PT & FITNESS NEW HIRES
SHOULDER HORIZONTAL ABDUCTION Lie on your back, arms up as shown. Lower arms out to the sides Repeat 3 times. Relieve Shoulder Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing shoulder pain.
At Empower Physical Therapy & Fitness, you will receive hands-on therapy treatments by our friendly, caring health experts during focused and individualized sessions.
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It’s time to get to Empower Physical Therapy & Fitness if: • You’re tired of living in pain • You want to feel better and move better • You have been in an auto accident or injured on the job • You want to prevent injury 1. Call and talk to your therapist 2. Discover why your pain has come back 3. Get your custom recovery program
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