HOW WILL YOU SPEND MEMORIAL DAY?
Powerful Ways to Honor Our Veterans
Visit Memorials Many parks, public buildings, and monuments feature memorials that honor veterans who have lost their lives. Visit one of these monuments and spend some time learning about our nation’s history and the tragic cost of war. This is a great opportunity to teach your children about our nation’s military, and it can even be a fitting moment to learn more about local military connections. If you feel like giving back more directly, consider using this opportunity to spruce up your local park or memorial. Just be sure to talk to your municipality before you get started. Volunteer Giving back to veterans through organizations that help families who have lost loved ones can be a powerful way to spend your Memorial Day. Do you have specialized skills or knowledge in health care, construction, or art? If so, check with your local Veterans Affairs office to see if you can partner with an organization to provide resources to those in need. If you can’t give up your time, try donating food, clothing, and supplies to veterans or those serving today.
Every year, Memorial Day reminds us to honor those who paid the ultimate price for their country. While Veterans Day recognizes all service members, Memorial Day is dedicated specifically to those who lost their lives during their service in the U.S. military. The holiday, celebrated on May 31 this year, also marks the unofficial start to summer. While you’re enjoying your three-day weekend, don’t forget to honor those who died while protecting your rights. Here are some ideas for how to do so. Attend a Parade Memorial Day parades are common across the nation and feature local veterans, organizations, and bands celebrating with patriotic pride. Though the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C., was canceled in 2020 due to COVID-19, it’s scheduled to happen this year! In the past, the parade has featured several appearances from many different celebrities, musicians, and veterans. The parade honors veterans from as far back as the Civil War. Check with your local municipality for updates on parade statuses, and if you can’t attend one, put on your own parade at home!
Find more activities and information about Memorial Day at VA.gov. Thank you to those who served and to the families of those who were lost in the line of duty.
PT IS HERE TO HELP VERTIGO AND YOU
Vertigo is a lot more common than you might realize and is a more common cause for disability than any orthopedic injury or condition. You may experience bouts of dizziness or peculiar balance issues but brush them off. At first, the symptoms of vertigo might not feel that big of a deal. But then, you may start to notice that those symptoms are lasting longer, and before you know it, you feel trapped. You may not be able to get out of bed for fear of falling or extreme nausea. Vertigo can happen for all sorts of reasons. Some forms of vertigo are caused by displaced calcium deposits within the inner ear, which is known as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). Other causes are weakened vestibular system and cervicogenic dizziness (stemming from the neck or upper back). Vertigo can also be caused by a buildup of fluid or pressure issues within the inner ear — this is typically referred to as Meniere’s disease.
In many cases, vertigo can be traced back to the inner ear, whether it’s caused by a dysfunction, an infection, or an injury. Even seasonal allergies can influence vertigo! It can creep up on you or hit you all at once — and it can be debilitating.
No one ever wants to feel trapped and unable to leave their favorite chair or bed because they fear falling. But the more common causes of vertigo can be treated with physical therapy! At Mission PT, we regularly treat patients with vertigo. As we mentioned in this month’s cover article, our PTs come with an extensive education in treating all kinds of issues within the body. Treating vertigo requires additional training on top of “traditional” PT training, and we’re happy to say we have five PTs qualified to treat vertigo!
If you or a loved one is dealing with vertigo, say no more. Give us a call and let’s get you back on your feet — with confidence!
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