CornerStone PT & Wellness Center - April 2019

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APRIL 2019

CORNERSTONE Monthly

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Cornerstone PT Patients

THE MAKING OF A CORNERSTONE LEGEND NOTORIOUS NUNCHUCKS

VIP Referral Patient of the Month! JEANETTE BRIGGS

If you’re reading this newsletter, I hope you made it though April Fools’ Day unscathed! While we may not have too many practical jokers around the office, we do believe in keeping a lighthearted attitude at Cornerstone. Laughter may not have the treatment capabilities of a Class IV deep tissue laser, but it’s still darn good medicine. Our team definitely learned this during the “nunchuck incident.” It all started with some good-natured bragging. When you have a clinic full of current and former athletes, there’s bound to be some bravado and gentle teasing between therapists, staff, and even patients — I still get called “Mr. Rugby” around the office despite my college days being long behind me. Chris, one of our therapists who likes to talk a big game, practices martial arts and has a habit of letting us know about it.

came up — he didn’t have his nunchucks with him, he forgot to bring them to the clinic, etc. Finally, one of our patients decided to call Karate Kid’s bluff. This patient had brought in their own pair of nunchucks and asked to see Chris’ skills. The gauntlet had been thrown down. Therapists, staff, and patients alike gathered at a safe distance, waiting to see if the legend of Chris DaSilva, nunchuck master, was true. And I’ll be darned, it was. Chris whirled those clubs so fast you could hear them hiss through the air, all while weaving them over his shoulders, behind his back, and across his arms. The room was visibly impressed; this was action straight out of an ‘80s kung fu flick. Then, right as we began to cheer ... smack ! Chris nailed himself in the shin. Thankfully, he was okay and surrounded by physical therapy experts, but boy, you could tell it smarted. To his credit, he was one of the first to laugh, and we all joined in as the tension in the room resolved itself. To this day, we still chuckle over Chris’ near-perfect performance. I sometimes wonder if we could talk him into stepping up for round two. It’s great to have a team that can learn and laugh together. In fact, many of my staff play golf as a group, building that friendly athletic rivalry that gives our clinic such energy. So, this month, I want to shout out Chris and the rest of the team for not only being amazing professionals but for also bringing with them that fun- loving spark that makes Cornerstone a great place to be.

The best compliment we can receive is to have one of our patients refer a friend or family member to our practice. If you refer someone and we are able to take them as a patient, both you and the person who was referred

Thank You! will be entered to win a $25 gift card! It’s just our way of saying

“Therapists, staff, and patients alike gathered at a safe distance, waiting to see if the legend of Chris DaSilva, nunchuck master, was true.”

Specifically, Chris was emphatic about his mastery of nunchucks. If you’ve never seen a Bruce Lee film or the Ninja Turtles, nunchucks are a training weapon consisting of two sticks joined together by a chain. A practiced user can whip nunchucks around their body with blinding speed. With more than a few karate movie fans in the office, we all wanted to know if Chris could show us the real deal. He was certainly good at building up the hype. It got to the point where team members and patients alike were asking Chris to show off his skills. But something always

–David DeLaFuente

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Active Searching for Active Pastimes

“This is my third trip to Cornerstone for various problems over the years. It has always been a great experience. The staff has been great. This time, I had a right total shoulder replacement. Now I have full range of motion and strength, and my doctor was pleasantly surprised.” –Fred A.

Whether you were the star player or the kid who picked flowers in the middle of the field all game, almost everyone has memories of being on a sports team when they were young. Some lose interest over time and pursue other activities, while others find they really enjoy their sport, maybe have a real talent for it, and continue playing until they are young adults. Whatever the case, parents should take a couple of factors into consideration when determining if their child is ready for sports. If they begin playing too early, it might turn them off to the sport before they really understand it. It could also result in premature wear on muscles and bones that prevents them from playing their sport later on. Most experts believe that the proper age for introducing your child to sports is somewhere between 6 and 9 years old. When they are younger than 6, it is important for them to be active, but their motor skills are not yet developed enough to play most competitive sports. Trying to get them to understand this fact at that age might only make them frustrated with the sport and make them dislike it before they can even give it a try. Even when children are between the ages of 6 and 9, they might not be ready for sports that require higher forms of coordination, like football or hockey. Instead, try sports like T-ball, soccer, or karate. They won’t be ready for more intensive sports until they are 10–12 years old. If your child does not seem to enjoy team sports, you might see if they may like more individual sports, like running or swimming. Their personality can be just as significant as their age when it comes to choosing the right sport. Some children might not show interest in organized sports at all. If your child does not seem interested in any sports, even though they are old enough to understand the rules and are coordinated enough to play, you might want to consider other activities, like art or music classes. Still, it is essential that they are active for at least an hour every day, no matter their interests. Sometimes kids will get frustrated with the sports they play (even if they like playing them), and they might want to quit. If your child doesn’t seem to like the sport you signed them up for, encourage them to at least finish out the season. They might just need a little more time to warm up to it. However, if they still aren’t enjoying it at the end of the season, help them find other activities that they might like better. Ultimately, when a child is ready to play sports, it is important to stay in tune with what brings them joy and what keeps them mentally and physically healthy.

“Before coming here to Dave, my jaw was extremely inflamed, and I could not fully close my mouth. The pain and soreness was extremely uncomfortable, and for days I was miserable. After just a few sessions here at Cornerstone, relief is here and has remained. I am very grateful to Dave and his wonderful and kind staff.” – Joanne H.

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HIGH TECH, HIGH IMPACT

The Benefits of Deep Tissue Laser Therapy on Sports-Related Injuries

Whether you’ve taken your talents to the professional level or you’re just trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle, you’re bound to fall victim to a sports-related injury at some point. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be the end of your days on the court or the track. With advances in the field of deep tissue laser treatment, we are now able to effectively treat damaged cells with increased circulation to the affected area. You no longer have to settle for less than the latest in modern medicine. The future is now. No longer will patients have to be subjected to drawn out, painful, and expensive surgeries or useless homeopathic remedies for their minor injuries. The industry has finally caught up to your active lifestyle. Not only is laser treatment a safer alternative, but it also allows your body to actively heal itself from the inside out. By utilizing deep tissue laser therapy, new life can be breathed into strained muscles, sprains, knee injuries, neck problems, and issues with your back or ankles.

From tissues to ligaments and muscles to bones, the healing possibilities of deep tissue laser treatment are taking the field by storm. The secret lies in the treatment’s innate ability to help stimulate the body into healing itself. After its application, microcirculation of red blood cells increase oxygenation and decrease inflammation. This relieves pain and allows your own cells to fight off the damage. Even better, there are no known side effects with deep tissue laser therapy and no lingering effects after it is performed. It typically only takes 5–15 minutes in several sessions, depending on the severity of your injury. By treating our patients on a case-by-case basis, knowing that no two injuries are exactly the same, we are able to provide the highest standard of care right here from the comfort of our office. If you’ve been injured in any capacity, no matter how it happened, your friends at Cornerstone PT & Wellness have the expertise and training to get

you back on your feet both figuratively and literally. We’re always here to help.

EASY BACON AND SPINACH STIR-FRY

This super easy stir-fry is the perfect weekday dinner. It manages to pack a ton of flavor using just a handful of ingredients.

INGREDIENTS

• 3 slices bacon • 3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped • 2 bunches spinach

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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper Salt and black pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat a large skillet to medium. 2. While skillet is warming, cut bacon into squares.

3. Cook bacon until fat is rendered and bacon is almost to your desired doneness. If desired, you can remove bacon fat from skillet and replace with 1 tablespoon oil. However, keeping the fat is recommended for flavor. 4. Add garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes. 5. Add spinach and crushed red pepper and stir-fry for 10 minutes. 6. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Inspired by OhSnapLetsEat.com

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INSIDE This Issue

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The Nunchuck Incident

Testimonials

Letting Your Kids Have Fun With Some Healthy Competition

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A Look at How Laser Therapy Can Help Athletic Injuries

Easy Bacon and Spinach Stir-Fry

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3 Travel Myths Debunked

Paris on a Budget?

3 TRAVEL MYTHS YOU SHOULD STOP BELIEVING

Traveling has many social and educational benefits, but some people have hesitations that prevent them from jetting off on new adventures. Below are three debunked travel myths to give you some ease as you plan your summer vacation!

guides. Visit places you feel comfortable in, and do your research by reading travel blogs, websites, and books to find places that have been vetted by others. Traveling in groups can also be a great way to lower your risk of danger. As long as you plan ahead, you will have a safe trip.

MYTH: VACATIONS ARE EXPENSIVE.

MYTH: JET LAG IS CAUSED BY A LACK OF SLEEP.

Fact: You can travel anywhere on a budget. Tracking flights to score the best deal, setting spending limits, and packing meals are a few ways to save money. Hostels and Airbnbs are great alternatives to spendy hotel stays. Additionally, you don’t have to cross the country to have a great trip. Every state has museums, unique roadside attractions, historical sites, and a booming nightlife. When you know your price limits and what you want to do, traveling can be a fun and inexpensive venture.

Fact: While jet lag can make you sleepy, it’s actually caused by a disruption in your circadian rhythm. Our bodies are cyclical, and the circadian rhythm is set by both a natural need for your body to reset and outside forces, such as your job, time zone, and diet. Travel can disrupt this rhythm and routine, which leaves you lethargic during and after your vacation. Sticking to water before and during your flights and staying physically active during and after traveling are great ways to fight jet lag and get back into your normal rhythm. Don’t let these travel myths keep you from seeing the world. Set a budget, go with your gut, and prepare for a shifting rhythm to make your next adventure the best one yet.

MYTH: TRAVELING IS DANGEROUS.

Fact: If you’re smart about what you do and where you go, traveling can be safe. Go with your gut and only stay somewhere that is approved by travel

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