TO HELP PREVENT INJURIES!
Stretch Stretching is one of the most important ways to prevent injuries. Your muscles and other tissues require oxygen, nutrients, and blood flow to be elastic. Stretching helps bring these things into the tissues making them more elastic and allowing them to stretch more. This prevents over-stretching and tearing. Hydrate and nutrition Your body is more than 70 percent water and therefore requires water to be supple and function at its best. Without adequate water and nutrition, your body’s tissues are more prone to injury. Hydrate and make sure you replenish the electrolytes you lost during activity with a sports drink like Gatorade. Stay within your abilities We have all heard of the term “weekend warrior” which means a person that has not prepared their body at all to go out and do extensive sports or activities on the weekend. Typically, this person is more prone to injury, just because they are not prepared. If you have a hard time running, then you wouldn’t go out and do a marathon. Make sure that you train properly and safely for the sport or activity you would like to try.
Wear proper equipment Make sure you have the right equipment to prevent injuries when doing activities. Good running shoes, proper hiking boots, helmets and much more can make the difference when it comes to preventing injury.
Patient Spotlights
Healthy Recipe
Spinach Dip
“My lower back is much more relaxed and I can tolerate standing much better.” “I have been very pleased with my treatment. The “buzzing” in my left foot has almost disappeared. My lower back is much more relaxed and I can tolerate standing much better. Most importantly I have learned some great exercises for relief.” - Judith C.
“All the therapists were very helpful in addressing my specific concerns.”
INGREDIENTS • 1 package frozen spinach (drain) • 2 - 8 oz packages cream cheese • 1 package colby jack cheese • 1 package parmesan cheese
• 2 cans of Rotel • Small onion, chopped • 1 tsp cumin or to taste • 1 tsp garlic salt or to taste
“I am very pleased with the results of my physical therapy. All the therapists were very helpful in addressing my specific concerns.” - Elizabeth H.
INSTRUCTIONS Combine all ingredients well and place in a 11 x 13 pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 - 40 minutes.
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