Gilbert Physical Therapy - June 2020

3 Ways to Replace a Canceled Vacation Vacations provide opportunities for families to spend time together in a relaxed environment, get away from the routines of everyday life, and create meaningful memories. If you’ve recently had to cancel a trip but still want to create the experience of a vacation for your family, then a staycation is just what you need. TransformYour Backyard When you’re trying to recreate a vacation, the outdoor areas of your home present a variety of possibilities. You can turn a sandbox into a relaxing beach, complete with a kiddie pool “ocean.” If you have trees, then set up a zip line or obstacle course. You can even stimulate summer brains with a scavenger hunt around the backyard with hidden clues in the dirt or bushes. The ultimate prize can be something you would have purchased on your original vacation, like a souvenir you can find online. Create a ‘Family Museum’ Many vacations include an educational aspect in order to enrich our understanding of the place we’re visiting, and museums are a great way to accomplish that. If you’re confined to the house, then teach your kids about your own knowledge and interests and encourage them to get creative and make their own contributions, too. Have everyone create art, take photos, or write about their prized possessions. Display these Turn Your Vacation Into a Staycation

masterpieces around your home and let their creators take you on a tour. Learning more about one another builds meaningful bonds.

Bring Your Trip Home You probably chose your original vacation destination in order to experience new and different cultures and activities. But just because you’re no longer traveling to that location doesn’t mean you can’t experience some of what it has to offer! Research popular local cuisine, activities, and history of the area, then create ways to experience them with your family. Cook a traditional meal, recreate a scenic location through photographs, or share a story about local lore and history. Your changed plans will no longer feel like a missed opportunity. Staying at home doesn’t mean your family can’t have the fun of a vacation. All it takes is a little creativity and innovation to build an experience that will bring your family closer together.

Why We Love PT

I now have less difficulty moving to a standing position from a sitting position. I have barely any difficulty with the stairs and can walk for longer than an hour and not feel knee pain. All of these things are great improvements and have made my quality of life much better. I imagine that attending any physical therapy clinic with knowledgeable therapists should produce the same results. But there’s something I feel most certainly makes Gilbert Physical Therapy a really special place! It is the care, commitment, and personal interest each person working there exhibits. A huge thank you and shoutout go to my team led by the great Dr. Jon and others including Dr. Jeremy, Pat, Rachel, Erin and Mike, who all worked with me to help improve my knee ailments. They all made me feel welcomed and comfortable right from the start.” –Mary E.

“For many years, I dealt with knee pain. I had great pain kneeling, could not bend my knees well, had difficulty and pain while using the stairs, and could not walk for more than 10 or 15 minutes. I was also extremely stiff standing up from a sitting position. An orthopedic surgeon recommended full knee replacement surgery ... I decided to explore physical therapy.

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