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Health &Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
Getting To KnowThe Valley Rehab Center Staff LAURIE BAER, PTA
progress that patient made in the pool. Her next employment was in a Skilled Nursing Facility where she was exposed to different diagnosis and was in integral part of a team consisting of OT, PT and Speech, that could treat the resident. She then took a position for a Home Care company where she became a part of an even bigger team including Nurses, HHA, Social Workers, OT, PT, and Speech were together they all worked for the optimal safe, functional outcomes for the client. Laurie feels very blessed to have a career that she has always loved, and she has learned so much from all the diverse settings, as well as the different people she has had the pleasure to work with. Since she and her husband have re-located to Ohio, she has joined the team at Valley Rehab Center, and feels that she has “come home”, working with other Christians in this God ordained ministry in life. Please join us at one of our upcoming workshops! Details Inside.
Laurie Baer is a graduate of Penn State University, with a degree in Applied Science and she has been a Physical Therapist Assistant for more than 19 years. She began her career in an Outpatient Clinic, where she he the opportunity to work with a diverse diagnosis, and could implement a variety of modalities for individual results. In this setting, she was also trained in Aquatic Rehab, where she could observe the
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Health & Wellness The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body
GAIN CONTROL OF YOUR SHOULDER, ELBOW & WRIST PAIN “Reach For The Stars Without Fear of Pain!”
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•Patient Success Spotlight •Lightforce Laser Therapy
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Discussing Shoulder Pain with Theresa Palkovic, PT.
to that area not working as well as it should. For example, you sit at a desk all day and you slouch your shoulders. Now, your shoulder doesn’t work as well, but you still move your mouse around with your arm, which causes your wrist and forearm muscles to overwork. As this happens over time, you start to notice aches and pains in your wrist and elbow. If this goes on too long, it becomes severe and you need to seek out medical help. Solving the problem Typically a brace may be put on the area, but that does not solve the cause of the problem. The real reason can be because your shoulder was stiff and weak from slouching. An expert physical therapist has the right medical training to spot where your posture is not optimum and how you are compensating. With the right evaluation and treatment from the experts at Valley Rehab Center, you can relieve your shoulder, elbow or wrist pain quickly and be back to doing what you like to do. Our home programs make it easy for you to maintain your gains and stay well for the long haul. Call us today to learn more how we can relieve your pain and get you back to enjoying your activities.
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Why it hurts The body is truly amazing and all the parts work
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THERESA PALKOVIC PT
together as one whole. However, when an area of your body becomes weak or stiff because of poor posture, stress or injury, other areas strain from the overwork. A common word that is used for this type of repetitive injury strain is called “tendonitis”. This is simply an inflammation of the tendons, which attach muscles to bones. The upper extremity works in 3 parts, the shoulder, elbow, and wrist. They rely on each other to make the incredible movements of your arm so you can reach, grasp and do ordinary daily tasks we take for granted. Proper movement relies on your posture to be in good order. When you slouch or sometimes do a repetitive task, like reaching across your desk, certain muscles can become too tight or strong while others become weak. This muscle imbalance leads
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WHAT IS CAUSING YOUR SHOULDER PAIN?
The majority of pain that travels to your shoulder from your neck is referred pain. Your shoulder may not necessarily be the problem. In fact, the first 90 degrees of movement in your shoulder comes from your shoulder joint. The rest relies on the movement of your upper back, neck, shoulder blade, and collar bone. If these areas work incorrectly then shoulder pain can occur. Most neck and shoulder pain is a result of prolonged poor posture, lifting heavy objects and minor falls or injuries. These irritate the joints in the neck and upper back. This then makes the muscles around the upper back and shoulder tighten and become sore. Suddenly, you now have neck and shoulder pain. There are many nerves that come off of the cervical (neck) vertebral bodies that pass down in front of the shoulder heading towards the arm. Irritation of these nerves can refer pain to the shoulder. Poor posture, especially with sitting at work or at home, can cause this to occur. Rotation of the neck or tilting of the neck may create your shoulder pain if these nerves are involved. It is important that a physical therapist examine you thoroughly if you are experiencing these symptoms. If you have had a fall or injury and suddenly develop shoulder and neck pain seek help immediately. Any injury may affect the many sensitive structures in your neck and upper back. Shoulder and neck pain, if they occur together, may relate to disc injuries. This is more likely if you are having neck and arm pain, rather than just shoulder pain. Pain that travels down the arm to any extent may indicate more severe problems.
Shoulder pain can result in restricted movement of your body. Pain involves the nervous system, immune system, digestive system, and respiratory system. To avoid referred shoulder pain or any kind of referred pain, you should have a strong immune system for prevention of diseases. A strong body can fight infection or disease and can enhance the functioning of all the body systems. A balanced diet, regular physical therapy and occupational therapy exercises and a stress-free mind are the keys to maintaining an active life. If you are experiencing shoulder pain, consult one of our expert physical therapists for a full evaluation to determine where your problem is originating from, so correct treatments can be applied to help you.
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DEEP TISSUE LASER THERAPY
Relieve Shoulder Pain In Minutes Try this movement if you are experiencing shoulder pain.
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WAND SHOULDER FLEXION Lying on your back and holding a wand, palms face down on both sides, slowly raise the wand towards overhead. Repeat 5 times. Stretches Shoulder Muscles www.simpleset.net
Valley Rehab Center is now offering laser therapy to heal your aches and pains! Laser therapy works to replenish cells, repair tissue and reduce pain and inflammation. Not only does laser therapy accelerate healing in damaged tissues, it relaxes muscles, and stimulates nerve regeneration allowing you to be pain-free, faster. Call to Schedule a Free Screen! 740-325-1120
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Patient Success Spotlight
“I’ve been to a lot of physical therapist in the Ohio Valley but no one has ever given me the evaluation and hands on treatment that I got a Valley Rehab Center. My knees and my back are much better. I’m impressed and will recommend them to my family members and friends.” - J.T. My knees and my back are much better!
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Take Care of Your Aches and Pains Before It’s Too Late.
Healthy Recipe: NO BAKE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER ENERGY BALLS
INGREDIENTS • 2 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats • ½ cup of ground flax seed • 1 tablespoon of black chia seeds • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon • ½ cup of raw honey • ½ cup of peanut butter • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract • 1 scoop Vanilla Whey Protein Powder • ½ cup of dark chocolate chips INSTRUCTIONS
1. Add rolled oats, ground flax seed, chia seeds, cinnamon, honey, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and vanilla protein powder to food processor. 2. Pulse until ingredients are blended (about 7-9 times). 3. Add mixture to a large bowl, add in chocolate chip. Stir to combine. 4. Form energy bite mixture into 1” balls and place on parchment paper lined baking sheet. 5. Cover and place in refrigerator for 2 hours. 6. Serve! Author: Krista@https://www.joyfulhealthyeats.com/no-bake-chocolate-peanut-butter-energy-balls/
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