Category: Newsletter

September 2019 Newsletter

MY CUSTOMER SERVICE JOURNEY If you’ve been to our office, this is probably the second time you’ve “met” me. As the secretary, I’m the first face our patients see, and I love getting to be their first hello on each visit. If I remember your name and a little bit about you, it’s a mission accomplished. If not, don’t hesitate to fill me in. I like to make everyone feel welcome, and sometimes, learning about you means sharing a little bit about myself, too… CONTINUE READING CHRONIC ANGER, YOUR HEART, AND YOUR HEALTH Anger is a common emotion. It’s natural, and it’s a part of how you respond to certain circumstances in your environment. It’s how you express extreme displeasure. However, new research suggests chronic anger can be detrimental to your health. Essentially, it comes down to this: If you are stressed, tense, easily irritable, angry, and “snippy” all the time, you may be doing serious harm to your well-being… CONTINUE READING GETTING TO THE ROOT OF IT BAND ISSUES You feel great about your morning bike rides and are moving into your days with a sense of accomplishment. But suddenly, you notice the outside of your knee is really bugging you. Every time you get on your bike, it hurts. Avid runners and bikers may be familiar with the discomfort caused by a tight or overused iliotibial (IT) band…CONTINUE READING © 2019 The Newsletter Pro. All rights reserved.

July 2019 Newsletter

A CHANCE TO GIVE BACK: MY LIFE IN PT During my four years at Advanced Practice PT, I’ve been fortunate enough to make some genuine relationships that will last a lifetime. My time with our staff and patients has not only allowed me to grow in my professional life as a physical therapy assistant, but it has also given me the chance to make some friends who have carried over far beyond the office… CONTINUE READING 3 FREE APPS TO HELP YOU CATCH THOSE Z’S Everyone with a smartphone has heard time and time again that looking at your phone before bed is a bad idea. According to the National Sleep Foundation, “The use of electronic devices in the bedroom further disrupts the natural pattern of the sleep-wake cycle” primarily because of the blue light emitted from the screen… CONTINUE READING PHYSICAL THERAPY VS. CHIROPRACTIC In the modern medical world, there’s no shortage of ways to treat your pain. Still, some rehabilitation systems work best for certain types of ailments, and understanding which recovery methods are available is invaluable. Two important options for any type of pain management are physical therapists and chiropractors…CONTINUE READING © 2019 The Newsletter Pro. All rights reserved.

June 2019 Newsletter

4 DECADES OF THANKS: MY LIFE IN PHYSICAL THERAPY I didn’t realize how good I had it until I left Montana. When I went off to school and took a job out of state, it really started to sink in that my own little private paradise couldn’t be found anywhere else. By the time I came back, I knew I was back to stay. I’ve always known that I wanted to help people, and now I’m able to do so in the place I call home… CONTINUE READING THE BEST GREEN FOODS TO ADD TO THE MENU You need to eat more green foods. No, this doesn’t mean green Skittles. Green vegetables comprise one of the most important food groups, and most people aren’t eating enough of them. But if you do decide to get more nutrients from green veggies, remember that not all greens are created equal… CONTINUE READING 2 STRETCHES YOU SHOULD DO EVERY DAY FOR BETTER BALANCE AND FLEXIBILITY Your fitness routine is likely centered on building strength, tone, and endurance. But what about your balance? As American Council on Exercise (ACE) certified trainer Robbie Ann Darby points out, improving your balance benefits everything you do…CONTINUE READING © 2019 The Newsletter Pro. All rights reserved.

May 2019 Newsletter

GETTING BACK ON MY FEET: MY JOURNEY IN PHYSICAL THERAPY For as long as I can remember, I’ve always wanted to help people. Over the years, that desire took on different forms and manifested itself in different passions. From childhood dreams of being a scientist to the realization that made me who I am today, my innate desire to give back to the community and the people around me has remained a constant motivator in my life…. CONTINUE READING BARRE-ING IT ALL: BURN FAT WITH THIS BALLET WORKOUT If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming a ballerina, barre might be the perfect workout for you. With classes and studios popping up across the country, barre is trending. You don’t need the grace of a dancer to get the most out of this ballet-inspired workout… CONTINUE READING SNACKING: WHAT IS IT GOOD FOR? There are many different opinions on the healthiness of snacking. Some people think of snacks as processed foods with high calories, but snacks don’t have to be junk food. Depending on what snacks you’re eating, and how often, these little in-between-meal bites can be highly beneficial or detrimental to your overall health…CONTINUE READING © 2019 The Newsletter Pro. All rights reserved.

April 2019 Newsletter

Read our April newsletter available here to learn more about finding your balance in life, at home, and at the workplace. Also learn if it is truly okay to skip the “most important meal of the day.”