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New Therapy Technique Offers Relief from Pain

Thu, 01/26/2012 - 12:53pm | Cynthia Bauer
As a physical therapist and director of outpatient musculoskeletal services at Good Shepherd, I am always pleased when we can offer our patients a new treatment that can help them recover from a painful condition or injury. We’ve recently introduced our patients to the Graston Technique®, a form of manual soft tissue therapy involving the use of stainless steel instruments contoured to the body. The therapist uses the instruments to apply pressure to the affected area, breaking dow
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Be Prepared for Safe Snow Shoveling

Wed, 01/11/2012 - 2:08pm | Scott Cote, PTA, BS

physical therapySnow shoveling brings increased visits to local emergency rooms and physician offices as a result of lower back injuries. Improper body mechanics can result in muscular strain or possibly a more serious injury, such as a herniated disc or disc degeneration.

The following guidelines will help you prevent injuries and move snow more effectively: Read more »

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Keeping Your New Year’s Resolution To Get in Shape

Fri, 01/06/2012 - 12:59pm | Amy Flynn, MS

The new year seems to bring with it endless possibilities. You vow to begin and stick with an exercise plan, and you’re extremely motivated…for now.  By the end of January, however, you’re probably ready to throw in the towel if you haven’t already. Sound familiar? 

Many people repeat this scenario year after year, and it’s not because they don’t have good intentions. The problem is that we live in an on-demand society. When we don’t see improvement quickly, it’s difficult to stay motivated. Read more »