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JULY 2021
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INDEPENDENCE ON 4 WHEELS WHAT FOURTH OF JULY AND A BABY BLUE FORD HAVE IN COMMON
Happy almost-Independence Day! Sometimes I wish we would all go back to using that name for the Fourth of July instead of just saying the date. When we leave the “independence” part out, it’s easy to forget what the holiday is really about:
still not sure I am one!), but it definitely forced me to stand on my own two feet. I vividly remember how scared I was on the four-hour drive from Harvard to the college town to move into my dorm. I
thought, “Oh my gosh, it would have been so much easier just to stay home!” But in the end, learning to cook my own meals, do my laundry, and make myself go to class (since it was suddenly up to me) was definitely worth the payoff. Today, I can see my own kids going through that same journey toward independence. Zach is 16 now, so he’s driving just like I was at his age. During the process, I noticed he got increasingly frustrated with me telling him what to do. The further along
celebrating our country’s separation from Great Britain and the start of a brand-new nation. That significance gets lost in the fireworks, barbecue, and day off from work, but it’s worth remembering. People lost their lives to give us the freedom we have today, and I for one appreciate it. It sounds funny, but I think we all go through moments in life that mirror
our country’s independence. After years of “suffering” under the thumb of mom and
dad, we finally reach a milestone and get to stand on our own two feet. For me, that happened when I got my driver’s license. Finally, I could hop behind the wheel of our family’s baby blue Ford Tempo and go wherever I wanted without an adult telling me where to turn or when to stop. Of course, I lived in the small town of Harvard as a teenager, so there weren’t many places to go once I had control of the car. But driving to Crystal Lake with my friends to see a movie or even just cruising main street was a lot of fun for me as a kid. This was before cell phones, so my friends and I would often end up just driving around until we saw someone else we knew. Then we’d flag down their car, find a place to park, and hang out and talk all night. College was another big step toward independence for me. I’m not sure I’d say leaving for school was the moment I first felt like an adult (sometimes I’m
we got, the more likely he was to tell me, “Dad, I know what I’m doing!” Sometimes I had to keep my mouth shut and avoid saying, “No, you actually don’t!” and let him figure it out. It’s all part of the independence process. I can’t let him lean on me forever. The same goes for Nathan, who at 13 already has his eye on the wheel. Emilie, the boys, and I haven’t decided how we’re going to celebrate Independence Day yet. Usually, we make our plans at the last minute and either take in a local fireworks show or watch our neighbor light things off on our block. (They’ve been known to go crazy — it’s fun to watch, but Stitch hates the noise!) If we decide to leave the house this year, maybe I’ll let Zach drive. You can never have too much independence on Independence Day. –Mike Ulmer
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PRESSURE POINT RELIEF A good mattress can reduce pressure on the shoulders, back, and butt, while a bad mattress can do the opposite. Some hammock advocates claim
Hammocking has become a popular leisure activity within the last 5–10 years, with the global hammock market growing about 17% between 2017 and 2021. As fun as it is, though, could hammocking be more than that? Could it be a better way to sleep, not just on camping trips or in the park, but in our homes, too?
that a hammock’s more flexible surface means pressure is spread more equally across all parts of the body. However, this benefit is purely theoretical and more study is needed to confirm
The short answer is that the data is inconclusive. More studies need to be done on the health benefits of sleeping in hammocks, and the studies that do exist lack sufficient sample sizes for meaningful
the hypothesis. DEEPER SLEEP
According to a study from 2011 where 12 men took two
conclusions. With that massive caveat out of the way, however, here are a few potential benefits of sleeping in a hammock. PROTECTION FROM BUGS This benefit really only matters if you’re sleeping outdoors (though, in theory, sleeping in a hammock could mean a decreased risk of dust mites). If you sleep on the ground, bugs will have easier access to you. Flying insects can still bother hammockers, but a good bug net for your hammock can fix that problem.
45-minute naps — one in a regular bed and one in a swinging bed — results showed the men fell asleep faster in the swinging bed and that they had a longer light sleep before they entered a deep sleep. However, because the size of this study was so small, its conclusions need more verification. Until more data emerges to confirm what so many hammock enthusiasts already claim to know, you can still rest knowing that hammocking isn’t harmful; in fact, it’s really relaxing and fun.
Five Weeks of Therapy Pre-Surgery Really Helped Me.
Kinetic Is a Wonderful Place to Get Help.
“Emery has been so great working with me. My lower back is much better, and I can do everything without pain. I have had tingling in my feet, and it is so much better. All the
“My knees are bone on bone and full of arthritis, and I was trying to avoid knee replacement. Then I tore my right meniscus and surgery was necessary. Five weeks of
therapy pre-surgery really helped me. Then I had three months of therapy after surgery. Emilie was very patient yet encouraged me to do ‘one more’ until 20 times was completed. I recommend Kinetic Physical Therapy and will return for future physical therapy if needed.”
exercises have helped so much. I fell in July, and I think that is when my problems started. I would recommend Kinetic to my friends.”
–Loretta Brindell
–Mariann Gutshall
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Summer is the season for trips to the pool, long family barbecues, and time spent with the kids and grandkids — but unfortunately, it’s also the season for shoulder injuries. When the weather is warm, most of us become much more active. Hitting the tennis court or doing laps in the pool is great for your overall health as you age, but it’s easy to overdo it and hurt yourself.
If you’ve noticed any of these signs of shoulder impingement syndrome in your shoulder (or a loved one has told you they’re dealing with them), the best thing you can do is make an appointment with our clinic by calling 847-515-8970. Every case of shoulder impingement is a
little bit different, and there are dozens of other issues that can cause shoulder pain, too. That’s why instead of self-diagnosing and prescribing yourself rest, exercise, or ice packs based on advice from Google, you should see a PT.
One injury we see often in the summer is shoulder impingement syndrome. This happens when your rotator cuff rubs against your humorous and the top outer edge of your shoulder too vigorously or too often. Basically, your shoulder becomes pinched and uncomfortable. This is painful in itself, but if left untreated, it can also lead to other shoulder problems long term.
Our team of experts can conduct physical tests and investigate your symptoms to find out the real problem and
narrow down what’s causing it. Overuse of the joint might be triggering shoulder impingement for you, or you might have injured yourself in a fall. Or, you might not have shoulder impingement syndrome at all! Each one of these is a real possibility, so it’s vital to get an accurate diagnosis. Once you do, we can get you or your loved one on a treatment plan that will ease the pain and put summer fun back on your schedule!
Here are a few warning signs to look for:
1. Your arm hurts if you raise it above your head, lay on it, or reach behind your back. 2. The front of your shoulder is painful and hurts to touch. 3. Your arm feels stiff or weak when you do normal activities.
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Mexican Corn Salad
INGREDIENTS • 4 cups of fresh corn, cut from 5 cobs • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped • 1/2 red onion, diced • 6 green onions, chopped • 1 jalapeno, diced • 1/2 avocado, cubed • 1/4 cup fresh-squeezed lime juice
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika • Salt and pepper, to taste • 2 tbsp sour cream • 2 tbsp mayonnaise • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped • 1/2 cup cotija or feta cheese, crumbled
DIRECTIONS 1. In a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and corn. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3–5 minutes or until corn starts to char. 2. Add the corn to a large bowl and let cool for 5 minutes, then add the remaining ingredients and stir together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning. 3. The salad pairs well with grilled entrees and can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
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INSIDE What Fourth of July and a Baby Blue Ford Have in Common PAGE 1 Is ‘Hammocking’ a Better Way to Sleep? PAGE 2 My PT Story PAGE 2 3 Warning Signs of Shoulder Impingement Syndrome PAGE 3 Mexican Corn Salad PAGE 3 Fourth of July Fun Facts to Share With the Kids PAGE 4
Two future presidents signed the Declaration of Independence: John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. They both died exactly 50 years later, on July 4, 1826. This fact is an interesting coincidence sure to fascinate both kids and adults. It’s also a great way to introduce kids to some of the Founding Fathers and share how they helped shape the United States today. In 1776, the year the United States was founded, only 2.5 million people lived here. Today, the U.S. population is 331 million. Lots of people have been born in the United States since it was founded, and millions more came here from other places, hoping to find a better life. Many succeeded, too. Many people want to call
What do your kids know about the Fourth of July? Do they know it’s a day when you have a barbecue, spend time with friends and neighbors, and watch a fireworks show? These hallmarks of the holiday certainly do make it fun and memorable, but they don’t really exemplify why we celebrate the Fourth of July, the anniversary of when the United States declared its independence from Britain.
So, along with the sparklers and hot dogs, here are a few fun facts about Independence Day you can share with your kids to help them understand the significance of the holiday.
The Fourth of July marks our country’s independence because it’s
this country home!
when the Continental Congress ratified the Declaration of Independence. This fact might seem like a no-brainer, but it contextualizes the holiday for kids. It’s a great jumping-off point to talk about why the United States wanted to be its own country, what the Continental Congress was, what the Declaration of Independence said, and what it means to “ratify” something.
On the Fourth of July, around 155 million hot dogs are eaten in the United States. Okay, so this fact might not have anything to do with American history, but it’s still pretty funny! If anything, the fact that we have so many hot dogs to eat on that day is evidence of the prosperity so many people enjoy in the United States of America.
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