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physical therapy and rehabilitation
May 2024
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A Lasting Legacy CELEBRATE BIG WINS AND PREPARE FOR MORE
For most of my life, I’ve focused on working hard. I power ahead to reach my goal, then move on to the next objective. But sometimes, it’s important to stop and celebrate your wins. I took time recently to reflect on the results of my work leading Flint’s Finest, the local basketball nonprofit I founded in 2008. The organization has grown from one team to many and is aligned with several nationwide youth sports organizations to mentor young athletes into great adults through basketball. We work hard to provide a supportive environment where young athletes can grow on and off the court. After 16 years leading Flint’s Finest, I wondered if the program was needed. Is it accomplishing what I had hoped? I turned to Facebook to ask how many of the young athletes who have gone through the program actually met one of my key criteria for success: Did they go on to college? About 80 of Flint’s Finest athletes did so, I learned. Although “Now that I see the program’s real- world impact, my planning has entered a new phase.”
I am a person who usually doesn’t celebrate my wins, this was an especially rewarding outcome for me because it mirrored one of the most important decisions I made in my own life. I played basketball very well as a young man. During high school, I thought I would play in the NBA, but I didn’t deal well with the sport’s politics and couldn’t move directly onto a college team. Later, as an undergraduate and intramural athlete at the University of Michigan-Flint, I was told I was good enough to play college basketball. I had two more years of NCAA eligibility but faced a significant obstacle: The school I was targeting didn’t offer the degree I wanted. This was one of the first big decisions I made, and I made it correctly. If I wasn’t going to make it to the NBA, why sacrifice my education to play in college? Turning down that opportunity was difficult, but my unwavering focus was to obtain my Physical Therapy doctorate. I went on to graduate from the University of Michigan-Flint’s top-ranked program, and I’m glad I did. None of that changed my love for basketball. I wanted to start a team, so after I had worked for a while and accumulated some resources, I started Flint’s Finest. Now that I see the program’s real- world impact, my planning has entered a new phase. In the past, I never looked at the program
as a business, and I don’t pay myself for leading it. But in reality, you are running a business any time you provide an activity in return for a fee. As I have grown as a business owner, I have become a better organizer of basketball. To keep this nonprofit running smoothly, I need to establish policies and procedures to improve the program, add more teams, and provide more resources for our young athletes. I want this basketball organization to outlive me. I want to build an operation that can sustain itself. If I decide I won’t lead Flint’s Finest anymore, I want to have identified a successor. That will allow me to focus more on the coaching that I love. Among the athletes who have benefited from the program is a young man I encouraged and mentored years ago. He now has a good job. He is making good money, and he wants to make more. As I build up more people like him, and as these past participants accumulate some resources, as I did, I hope they will donate to the cause. As our supporters grow, I hope Flint’s Finest will endure as an ongoing community resource, providing inspiration and support for generations of young players. -Dr. Jerome Adams
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Spring Into Wellness Refreshing Ways to Revitalize Your Health Routine
GET OUTSIDE Winter is fierce, unrelenting, and notorious for derailing outdoor fitness routines. It’s finally warm enough to exercise outside, so mix things up and get outside. Jump on a bike and ride through the wind. Slip on your jogging shoes and run through the neighborhood. Put on your swimsuit and head to the pool. Nature is full of challenging and fun activities, so take advantage of the warm weather before the next winter arrives. SPICE UP YOUR ROUTINE If you’re into yoga or weight training, try new exercises. A new routine ensures you won’t miss any muscles while keeping you engaged. When the treadmill becomes a dreadmill , do your cardio on an elliptical or stationary bike. Grab some free weights if you’re starting to find weight machines dull. There’s always an alternative to keep things interesting. FIND FRIENDS A workout buddy can keep you invested in your routine. They’ll keep you motivated and
Spring is the season of renewal and rejuvenation, so there’s no better time to revitalize your health and wellness routine. New routines can boost your motivation and keep you engaged. From workouts to diet, it’s time to get out and take advantage of the sunshine!
accountable — it’s much harder to skip a workout if someone’s relying on you. Even better, a partner can keep you safe if you’re weight training. Consider enrolling in a class if you have trouble finding someone to work out with. Not only can you learn new fitness tips and tricks, but you can also make friends. SPRINGIFY YOUR DIET Winter typically involves plenty of warm comfort meals, such as soups and hot chocolate, but spring is blooming with other options. It offers an array of refreshing and delightfully light dishes. Strawberries, pineapples, and avocados are best these months, along with many other delicious foods perfect for salads and smoothies. Shake up spring and keep to your regimen. There’s no better time to build healthy habits, especially in May’s warm weather. Take a jog with a friend, and afterward, enjoy a strawberry smoothie, and you’ll surely have an exceptional season.
CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES
“My experience at physical therapy was wonderful! From the time they first called me to set my appointments all the way until my last day, they made sure I understood the whole process. The exercises that they had me doing really helped my shoulder get back to good flexibility. All of the ladies that worked with me were caring and made sure I was comfortable, not straining myself in the strengthening process. Overall, I would recommend this facility to anyone who is looking to heal and get any body part that has been damaged back to fully functioning.” –Andrius V.
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Growth Without Groans Causes and Cures for Growing Pains
Growing pains can ruin a good night’s sleep for children and young teens. These intense pains often strike healthy youngsters for 10 to 15 minutes at a time in the afternoon, evening, or overnight, usually in the knees, thighs, calves, or shins. Healthy growth is often the cause. Children’s tendon connections are softer than adults’. Their bones grow faster than their muscles and tendons, causing painful strains. Growing pains occur in the afternoon more than half the time, according to a 2011 study of 30 cases. Both legs usually hurt, causing the kids to wake up and cry. In 80% of cases, the pain occurred only weekly or monthly. Only 5% of the children had pain daily, and 15% only experienced discomfort every three months.
and bony attachment of tendons in children and teens. A physical therapist can help by massaging and strengthening tight muscles and working to improve the mobility of stiff joints. Children also can benefit from a home exercise program. Try incorporating these simple stretching exercises into your child’s other daily routines, such as brushing their teeth. Quads: Have your child lie on the floor on their stomach, grab both ankles, and pull them forward toward their hips, stretching the quadriceps. Calves: The child places their toes on a step or stationary block, leaving the heels free, then lowers and lifts them gently to stretch the calf muscles. Hamstrings: Have your child sit on the floor with their back against the wall and stretch their arms
forward toward the toes, gently extending the tendons along the back of the thigh.
Our physical therapists have helped many children through growing pains by reducing their discomfort, improving their balance, and restoring muscle strength and mobility. We also can reassure parents and children alike that just as these youngsters grow into this problem, they will grow out of it!
The scientific name for one cause of this problem is traction apophysitis, an injury to the cartilage
Have a Laugh
Citrus BBQ Chicken Inspired by FoodNetwork.com
Ingredients
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8 skin-on chicken leg and thigh pieces
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3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 1/3 cups ketchup 2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Juice and zest of 1 orange Juice and zest of 1 lemon
2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1. Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag. Combine all other ingredients in a small bowl. 2. Reserve 1 cup of the sauce and add the rest to the plastic bag. Toss to evenly coat the chicken and marinate overnight. 3. In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, add remaining sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer to thicken sauce, about 10 minutes. Set aside. 4. On grill set for medium-high heat, arrange chicken skin side down. Cook until grill marks form, about 4 minutes. Flip chicken, cover grill, and cook until a thermometer inserted into thighs reads 165 F, about 20–25 minutes. 5. Serve with remaining sauce.
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THIS ISSUE Inside
Building Programs That Stand the Test of Time
Rejuvenate Your Routine With 4 Spring Wellness Changes
Client Success Stories
Soothing Solutions for Kids’ Growing Pains
Citrus BBQ Chicken
Cook Like a Seasoned Veteran
Effortless Eating UPGRADE YOUR CULINARY SKILLS WITH 3 KITCHEN HACKS
NO. 2 DELI CONTAINER STORAGE Say goodbye to mismatched Tupperware containers or losing the lid that goes with them. Say hello to an organized and cost-effective solution. Buying deli containers in bulk saves you money and time. The lids are interchangeable, making a harmonious storage system that’s easy to organize. You’ll be able to find and fit them easily, cutting out a chunk of time in your kitchen. NO. 3 PARCHMENT PAPER CLEANING Cooking can be a joy, but nobody enjoys cleaning up. Before starting a messy task, lay down a sheet of parchment paper on your cutting board or countertop. This simple trick not only protects your surfaces but also streamlines the post- cooking cleanup process. Any spills, shreds, or
Navigating the kitchen can often feel like a juggling act, but with a few clever hacks, you can transform mundane tasks into efficient and enjoyable activities. Here are three game- changing tips that will make your time in the kitchen a breeze. NO. 1 EASY SHREDDING Shredding meats for soups, lunches, or snacks can be a time-consuming affair, but a simple hack can turn it into a hassle-free endeavor. Using a stand or hand mixer will get this job done quickly as it shreds meat for you, saving you time and effort. This hack is particularly handy for recipes that call for pulled pork, chicken, or beef, allowing you to enjoy deliciously shredded proteins without manual labor.
crumbs can be easily gathered and discarded in the paper, leaving your kitchen looking as good as new as soon as it’s thrown away. It’s a small adjustment that can make a significant difference in your overall experience. By implementing these simple hacks, you’re not just streamlining your tasks; you’re elevating the joy of cooking. Armed with these new tricks, step into your kitchen with new confidence and mastery to turn everyday cooking into an efficient yet imaginative experience.
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