Staff Spotlight
ROLANDO SALINAS PT, DPT
in an Out-Patient Orthopedic clinic, and my interest in that aspect of Physical Therapy began to blossom at that time. The curriculum at Texas State University placed a big emphasis on Orthopedics, and after the first several classes, I knew that was what I wanted to pursue. One of the biggest factors that intrigued me about becoming a Physical Therapist was that we have the opportunity to be “lifetime learners,” and continually hone our skills and further our understanding and knowledge. As a result, I am currently enrolled with the Manual Therapy Institute, and am pursuing my specialization in Orthopedic Manual Therapy. My favorite aspect of the job is getting the chance to be a part of my patients’ lives and help them pursue and achieve their goals. When not helping patients get better, I really enjoy playing recreational sports such as golf, soccer, and softball, spending time with my family, and exercising.”
“Physical Therapy became my passion after working with a
Physical Therapist about 15 years ago when my younger brother was undergoing post- surgical rehab after hip surgery. My younger brother has Down Syndrome and is non- verbal, and I took notice of the patience, kindness, and compassion that the Therapist showed my younger brother. It was during that rehabilitation process where I observed that Physical Therapist work with my brother that I knew what I wanted to do for my career. I obtained both my Bachelors Degree in Exercise and Sports Science, and my Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Texas State University, and I am very proud to be a Bobcat! Prior to Physical Therapy School, I worked as a Physical Therapy Technician
“Thank you AMT! When I first walked hesitantly down the hallway towards AMT it seemed another typical office setting. But when I entered your office, I felt I had stepped into a forest full of life. The full length of windows looking into a stand of wild trees stunned me, and continued to offer me hope that the natural energy of the trees would become a part of my healing. Your engagement with me and others is a great gift you offer, your enjoyment with each other is healing in the way your energy infuses the workspace, and your dedication to all of us and the skills that are used have helped me heal an injury I thought earlier might live on for a long time. Thank you for your care and the way you inspire an understanding–that work, pleasure, and dedication can all come together as a major force in healing. I’ve been greatly helped by Roli, James, and importantly, all the folks at AMT who are energized by working in the forest, as well as being the forest, a true ecosystem of kindness, skill, and dedication to helping.” PATIENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT
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EXERCISES YOU CAN DO AT HOME!
HAND TO HEEL ROCKS Start off on your hands and knees in a tabletop position. Push yourself away with your hands, moving lower body towards your heels. Try and keep your back as straight as your can. Move back to the starting position. Repeat. Try 3 rounds of 15 repetitions.
~ Rich A
SWAN DIVE Lay on stomach with your arms overhead. Press your chest upwards, keeping themuscles in your trunk and legs relaxed. Repeat 6 times.
Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
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