Patient Success Spotlight
AQUATIC/POOL THERAPY – A PROVEN TREATMENT
Whether young or old, training for a triathlon or recovering from hip surgery, aquatic therapy offers amazing benefits for people of all ages and health conditions. CPTE’s physical therapists see positive results when applying this water modality to cases of osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, post-surgical joint surgery (i.e. spine, knee, hip), and a variety of other physical conditions. Thewarmthofthewater(96oF)and itsmassagingeffectsallowmusclesto relaxwhilehelpingtoreducepainand increase jointmotion.Water improves theabilitytomovepromotingflexibilityandstrength.Thenaturalbuoyancy reduces gravitational pull and lessens compressive forces, often making exercises easier to perform than on land. Benefits of Aquatic Therapy • Warm water facilitates muscle relaxation and increases peripheral circulation. • Viscosity of water provides resistance for strength training. • Warm water stimulates body awareness, balance, and trunk stability. •Thereductionofgravitationalforces inthepoolallowsthepatienttostand andbegingaittrainingandstrengtheningexerciseswithoutcausingfurther damage to healing structures. • Warm water and buoyancy results in decreased pain sensitivity. • Improvement of patient morale and confidence can be established by providing a positive medium in which to function. Aquatic Rehabilitation may be prescribed specifically for: • Osteoarthritis and Fibromyalgia •Low back pain and pre/post surgery to the spine • Joint pain from sports or daily repetitive activities • Neurological and orthopedic injuries • Post-surgical rehabilitation • Muscle weakness secondary to chronic or acute injury or illness CPTE allows you to meet your aquatic therapy needs at three locations throughoutsouthernNH:CPTENashua,Country InnandSuites inBedford, NH, and the Greater Nashua YMCA. All are warm-water pools, (96°), (89°), and ( 84°) respectively. We offer non-weight bearing deep water therapy, as well as semi and full weight bearing environments in our pools. Our physical therapists design a therapeutic aquatic program to facilitate the accomplishment of treatment goals. Let us show you the benefits of this wonderfultreatment.Call,(603-880-0448),orstopbyformore information or a tour.
I already notice my coordination and mobility is starting to improve! LSVT BIG is an effective treatment for Parkinson’s Disease. Here is what Patricia said about her four week program: “I was experiencing increasing stiffness and difficulty with basic movements. I just started my 4th week in the LSVTBIG program at CPTE and I am excited about the progress I have already made! By working with David four times-a-week and through daily exercises at home, I already notice my coordination and mobility is starting to improve. I highly recommend this program for others with Parkinson’s or other movement disorders” Don’t wait. Improved coordination and mobility is only a few weeks away. To schedule an evaluation with an LSVTBIG certified therapist or for more information contact CPTE at (603) 880-0448.
HEALTHY RECIPE: CHERRY-BERRY SMOOTHIE BOWL
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon • ⅛ tsp ground cardamom • ⅛ tsp vanilla extract • ¼ cup blueberries • 1 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes
INGREDIENTS • ⅔ cup frozen raspberries • ½ cup frozen sliced banana • ½ cup plain unsweetened almond milk • 5 tbsp sliced almonds, divided
DIRECTIONS Blend raspberries, banana, almond milk, 3 tablespoons almonds, cinnamon, cardamom and vanilla in a blender until very smooth. Pour the smoothie into a bowl and top with blueberries, the remaining 2 tablespoons almonds and coconut.
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