FEATURED TREATMENT AQUAT I C T H E RAP Y F OR CHRON I C PA I N
STAFF SPOTL IGHT
CAROLYN WEBER DPT, PHD
WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING “My balance is much better and the numbness is gone!” Outsideoftheclinic,Carolynenjoysroadbiking,running,triathlon, duathlonandespecially trailandmountainrunning. Shebelieves that ski hills are best experienced in summer, in reverse, while wearing running shoes. Carolyn was born and raised in Northern Illinois. She earned a PhD in Biological Sciences from Louisiana State University in 2009. After working 7 years as a research scientist and professor, Carolyn’s love for science and passion for physical activity lead her to return to graduate school to study physical therapy. She attended Des Moines University and graduated with a doctorate in physical therapy in 2019. Carolyn enjoys working with orthopedic patients as well as those suffering from neurological conditions. Carolyn has three years of clinical experience in running gait analysis and has a special interest inrehabilitatingandpreventingrunning injuries. Whileat Des Moines University, she performed research in validating gait analysis protocols and worked for an expert in treating plantar fasciitis. She coauthored a publication demonstrating the strong linkagebetween lowbackpainandplantar fasciitis. Carolynenjoys treating patients from the ground-up, top-down, inside-out and outside-in to improve overall physical andmental well-being and assist them in achieving their personal goals.
Aquatic therapy reduces the force of gravity on the body making it easier and less painful to move, therefore improving range of motion. Pool temperature is in the upper 80’s allowing tissue and muscles to relax and become more flexible. The hydrostatic pressure (or force of the water) can improve circulation and decrease blood pressure. Aquatic therapy can also increase strength, pulmonary function, bone density and circulation. It can also decrease depression and medication intake due to pain as well as improving mood and quality of life. We are excited to offer this exclusive therapy in partnership with Gold’s Gym of Pocatello. Contact our Gold’s Gym Clinic to learn more!
EXERCISE ESSENTIALS USE THIS EXERCISE TO STRETCH YOUR LEGS
I loved it here! Carolyn, my PT helped me tremendously and truly cared about what I went through after my wreck. I was scared at first because my balance was way off and I had numbness and tingling in my lower back and arms. My balance is much better and the numbness isgone!Thankyouguyssomuch! -K.S
KNEE EXTENSION STRETCH While sitting, tighten your top thigh muscle to press the back of your knee downward towards the ground. Repeat 6 times on each side.
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