An insurancedeductible is theamountofmoney thatyoumustpay before your insurance company pays for your medical services. If your deductible is met, your Physical Therapy may not cost you anything. Patients with family plans or those who have hadmajor surgeries or have a chronic illness are especially likely to have a $0 balance remaining on their out-of-pocket expenses. This means that the cost of physical therapy could be minimal or completely covered by the patient’s insurance plan. If you are close to or have met your insurance deductible for the year, then now is the time to come in for Physical Therapy! Are you feeling aches and pains? Want to improve your health and activity level? HAVE YOU MET YOUR INSURANCE DEDUCTIBLE?
ARTHRITIS & PHYSICAL THERAPY
Regardless of the cause of arthritis,physical therapyplays amajor role in the treatment of arthritis symptoms and should be tried first, before more aggressive procedures such as surgery. While maintaining a healthy weight, exercise and a good diet help, surgical intervention may eventually be needed. However, physical therapy has been shown to be anexcellentway toprepareand recover after a total knee or hip replacement. It is very common for the muscles that support the knee, hip, and low back to become weakened from inactivity. Through targeted easy to do
exercises,wehelpyourmuscles regain their strength, providing greater support to the joints, and reducing inflammation. Furthermore, by improving balance and coordination, especially to the knee and hip joints, the abnormal strain on the joints is relieved, and safety is improved to reduce risk of further injury. If you or a loved one suffers from arthritis, you have options. Call 269-979-3000 today and ask about ongoing physical therapy treatment to restore mobility, comfort and quality of life. See how we can help your joints feel and move better!
Call 269-979-3000 to schedule an appointment. We’ll guide you to affordable treatments and place you one step closer to pain relief.
HEALTHY RECIPE ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS & CARROTS
GRATITUDE IS GOOD FOR YOU! Health
Resilience Practicing gratitude can make you better equipped to handle the difficultiesof lifethat inevitablyarise. RecentMRIstudieshavemappedthe gratitudecircuitry inthebrain,which activatesasenseofreward,fairness, and decision-making—all aspects thathelp facilitatesurvivalandpost- traumatic growth. Emmons, R. (2010 November 16). Why gratitude is good. Greater Good. Retrieved fromgreatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/ why_gratitude_is_good.Emmons,R.A.,Stern, R. (2013).Gratitudeasapsychotherapeutic intervention.JournalofClinicalPsychology; 69(8), 846-855.
into 1/2” pieces • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil • 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar • 1 tsp.choppedrosemary leaves • 1 tsp. chopped thyme leaves • Kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper
Researchshows that theexperience of gratitude can induce a sense of relaxation, improve the immune system,anddecreasebloodpressure. Joy Acknowledging thegood in lifehasa tendencytoamplifypositiveemotions, suchas joyandcontentment,because it helps us slow down. Consider the last time you had a good cup of coffee—did you pay attention to the warmthof thecuponyourhands,or the feeling of pleasure as you took the first sip? Stopping to appreciate these small moments makes them more powerful.
• 3/4 lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved • 2largecarrots,peeledandsliced
• 1/2 c. toasted pecans • 1/2 c. dried cranberries
DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400°F. Scatter vegetables on a large bakingsheet.Tosswithoil,balsamicvinegar,rosemary,andthyme.Season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender, shaking the pan halfway through. Before serving, toss roasted vegetableswithpecansandcranberries. Ina largebowl,tossvegetables with oil, balsamic vinegar, and herbs. Season with salt and pepper. This dish is perfect as a vegetable side dish for the holiday season. delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a50228/holiday-roasted-vegetables-recipe
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