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we do, including this book. If you already have a copy, dig it back out sometimes —there’s a lot in there, and it’s worth looking at again from time to time. And of course, if you don’t have a copy of “Secrets of a Pain-Free Life,” please contact Professional Physical Therapy today. We’ll make sure you get one.
HowDoes Laser Therapy ReallyWork? When most people hear the word laser, they think of the Death Star or something similar — not exactly something you want to use on an injury, right? But this couldn’t be further away from the truth because deep-tissue laser therapy is an amazing treatment for injuries, recovery, and chronic pain. though the specific circumstance absolutely warrants a conversation. Or perhaps the surgeon thinks the patient was already told by their primary care doctor, and the doctor assumes the surgeon will say something. Regardless of the reason, there’s only one solution to this, and that’s to take the stance we have at Professional Physical Therapy. It’s our job to tell the patients everything they need to know, answer all questions honestly, and help them make informed decisions about their own health. Because we are physical therapists, many of the secrets in Dr. Raybuck- Schatz’s book help patients navigate the ins and outs of physical therapy, especially in the ways it intersects with the rest of the medical field. For example, did you know that many insurance companies won’t pay for an X-ray under certain circumstances, unless you’ve tried physical therapy first? Or that you might not be able to get the physical therapy itself covered without a doctor’s referral? “Secrets of a Pain-Free Life” is full of advice when it comes to the often-tricky world of medical treatment and has great examples of how to act and what to ask for to ensure you get the right treatment. Dr. Raybuck-Schatz even breaks down the way doctors think about the people they treat, from overly cautious to overly aggressive, and the behaviors that will cause medical practitioners to file you into one category or another. It’s a true insider’s guide to the industry. At the end of the day, it all comes down to this: You deserve to know the things that you aren’t being told. We firmly believe in having educated patients at Professional Physical Therapy, and that ethos drives everything
Spring Vegetable AND CHICKEN PASTA BAKE
Inspired by TheSeasonedMom.com
INGREDIENTS:
• 1 cup cooked chicken, diced • 1 14-oz can artichokes, drained and quartered • 1 cup fresh asparagus pieces • 1/2 cup carrots, grated • 1 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta • 1 3/4 cups chicken broth • 1/2 cup fresh chives, chopped and divided
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped and divided • 2 tsp minced garlic • 1/4 tsp salt • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Healing happens at a set pace, and it’s not very quick. To remedy this, we use a Class-IV laser (which is harmless when used correctly) to stimulate the cells near the injury. In turn, they start working overtime, which lowers inflammation and reduces pain — and, best of all, gives you a fast pass to healing from a variety of injuries! Because many insurances won’t help you, we’re giving a 50% discount on your treatment of 5, 10, or 20 sessions. Call Professional Physical Therapy at 508-794-3157 today, and mention this article in the newsletter. That’s all it takes for your 50% discount!
DIRECTIONS:
1. Preheat oven to 425 F and grease an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. 2. In the prepared dish, stir together cooked chicken, artichokes, asparagus, carrots, uncooked pasta, chicken broth, half the chives, half the parsley, garlic, salt, and 2 tbsp Parmesan. 3. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes. 4. Uncover and stir. At this point, check the pasta to make sure it is al dente. If it’s undercooked, cover the dish and return to the oven until pasta is tender. 5. Remove from oven and garnish with remaining Parmesan, chives, and parsley.
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