Drayer Physical Therapy Institute

SOME FACTS YOU MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT MS *Approximately 400,000 people in the United States and 2.5 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with MS. *Individuals with MS have a 50% greater chance of falls. ... *Physical therapy can reduce the incidence of deterioration and improve both self-care and independence. For more information on how physical therapy can help those with neurological conditions like MS visit: https://bit.ly/30olHiX #mswarenessweek

A study that followed 20,000 people for 11 years found that those who exercised on a regular basis experienced less pain. Among those who exercised more than three times per week, chronic widespread pain was 28 percent less common. #MotivationMonday

"The best part about Athletic Training is being able to be apart of the community. When I have a chance to build those relationships with people, I can show them how much we care and create a culture that allows for a strong trust within the community. With that strong foundation of trust, I impact lives I never thought of being able to touch." Chad Rairdon, Bethel-Tate BS, A.T., ATC Happy National Athletic Training Month! We are celebrating by taking a time out with some of our athletic trainers to find out what athletic training means to them. Our athletic trainers and clinical staff work closely together and are committed to providing superior sports medicine services. #NATM2021

Baseball pre-season is here or did it ever leave? In today’s world of youth sports, the concept of an off-season has become the exception. The vast majority of youth sports now offer multiple avenues to participate year-round. In no other sport is this more prevalent than baseball. Improving one’s skills aside, playing the same sport without an off-season raises concerns about injury risk. This is why monitoring youth pitch counts is essential for protecting baseball elbows and shoulders.

Text neck, headaches, selfie elbow, gamer’s/text thumb, low back pain - what do they all have in common? They are all are common tech injuries. How can you combat common tech injuries? Here’s our top 5 tips: * POSTURAL CORRECTION: This is not easy to do at first because the muscles meant to hold your posture may be weak. Set alarms for yourself to get back into a good position.... * TAKE BREAKS: Every one or two hours, stand, stretch or change your position to avoid prolonged unnecessary force.5 * CHECK YOUR WORK AREA: Keep your computer and smart phone screens at eye level, your chair at a comfortable height, and your arm rests high enough to reach your elbows. Use a lumbar support to avoid poor spine positions. If you have a standing option, routinely alternate between sitting and standing. * MOVE: Regular exercise can help you get the variety of movement your body needs while getting other health benefits. Talk to your physician to find out what program is safe for you. Having trouble working in exercise? Try walking at lunch, park in the back of the parking lot, use the stairs, or find a friend to keep you accountable. 5 * GET SCREENED: If you’re experiencing pain, schedule a free screen at your local clinic. https://drayer.urpt.com/for-patients/complimentary-screen/

We are excited to announce the opening of our newest clinic in Strasburg - Ronks, PA. The clinic is located at 340 Hartman Bridge Road and can be reached at 717-288-2079. Clinic director Michael Smoker is a Lancaster County native and now lives in West Lampeter Township. He earned a bachelor’s degree from West Chester University and a doctor of physical therapy degree from the University of Pittsburgh. Michael is certified as an orthopedic clinical specialist and is a certi...fied manual physical therapist. His clinical interests include post-operative orthopedic care, joint replacements, neck/back pain, headache care and vestibular conditions. For more information and to request and appointment, visit our website: https://drayer.urpt.com/locations/strasburg-pa/ Be sure to like our clinic Facebook page for news and updates: https://www.facebook.com/DrayerStrasburgPA/

It’s the season of New Year’s resolutions! Statistics suggest that fewer than 50 percent of resolutions survive for more than four months. Most common on the list is weight loss. You can be the author of a happy, healthy new year by taking charge of your fitness goals. Here are six keys to success: ... - Have a plan: A goal without a plan is only wishful thinking. If you don’t have a roadmap, how do you get to your destination? - Keep it simple: You don’t need the fancy gadgets and exercise machines advertised on TV. - Set realistic goals: Shedding 10 pounds in 10 days is not reality and will not stick. A better goal would be to lose 3 to 5 percent of body weight over the course of the year. - Find a partner: Whether a spouse, friend or colleague, a partner will help you through those difficult (lazy) times when you don’t feel up to working out. - Log your workouts and diet: Keep track of how much you've accomplished to hold yourself accountable. - Have a positive attitude: Along the fitness road you will have peaks and valleys and many turns. Just like in life, nothing comes easy, but reaching your goals is rewarding once you go through the right process. The greatest obstacle to success occurs inside of us, not outside.

As the holidays approach, it’s easy to be tempted by cravings of sweets, baked goods and favorite comfort foods. Here are some helpful tips to get through the holidays without packing on the extra unwanted pounds: 1. Exercise 30 minutes each day. This will get your heart rate up, burn calories and relieve stress. 2. Eat as you normally would. Don’t skip meals!... 3. Don’t stuff yourself. Eat until you feel satisfied and full. 4. If you must snack, try nuts, vegetables and fruit. 5. Drink plenty of water. Consume 8 ounces prior to a big meal to make you feel full. 6. Make your own healthful dish for a gathering. 7. When socializing, don’t stand near the party table where the snacks are. 8. Cook healthy. For instance, use low-fat chicken broth instead of butter with mashed potatoes and choose light or fat-free salad dressings.

TIME IS RUNNING OUT ACT NOW TO STOP MEDICARE CUTS Congress must act immediately to stop drastic Medicare cuts from effect on January 1st. These regulations, proposed by unelected government regulators, would cut some Medicare services by up to 10% - limiting access to needed care for seniors during a health crisis. There is pending legislation in both the U.S. Senate (S. 5007) and U.S. House (H.R. 8702) that would stop these Medicare cuts.... Your help is needed - contact your Senator and Member of Congress today. Ask them to support and pass S. 5007 and H.R. 8702 before the adjourn for the year. Time is running out text APTA to 52886 or visit our take action page. It takes just a few minutes to protect seniors from these unnecessary Medicare cuts. Don’t wait take action right now! #FightTheCut https://bit.ly/34iYwsR

National Day Calendar for Week of Dec 6th - Dec 12th Safe Toys and Gifts Month National Hand Washing Awareness Week ... Sunday Dec 6, 2020- St. Nicholas Day Monday Dec 7, 2020- National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Tuesday Dec 8, 2020- National Brownie Day Wednesday Dec 9, 2020- Christmas Card Day Thursday Dec 10, 2020- National Lager Day Friday Dec 11, 2020- National App Day Saturday Dec 12, 2020- Poinsettia Day Stay tuned each week for a reminder of National days, weeks and months!!!

We’re told to eat more veggies and fewer carbs, to wear this shoe or try that workout. Nutrition and physical activity are common topics on social media, in the news, and in emails from your gym. Learn how it all works together to boost your immune system. https://drayer.urpt.com//physical-activity-nutrition-can-/

Despite unified warnings from lawmakers, specialty providers, and other stakeholders, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) plans to move forward with deep, across-the-board payment cuts to more than 30 specialties including an alarming 9% cut to physical and occupational therapy services on January 1, 2021. Fortunately, Congress is working to stop these severe cuts from taking effect. Representatives Ami Bera, M.D. (D-CA) and Larry Bucshon, M.D. (R-IN) rece...ntly introduced the Holding Providers Harmless from Medicare Cuts During COVID-19 Act (H.R. 8702), which would provide much-needed relief to dozens of specialty providers that are scheduled to incur severe Medicare reimbursement cuts by keeping funding levels for affected specialties at 2020 levels over the next two years. Your lawmakers need to hear from you about the urgency of stopping these devastating cuts before the end of the year. Please email your lawmakers now and ask them to oppose Medicare cuts to specialty providers by supporting H.R. 8702! https://www.aptqi.com/take-action/

Join us in welcoming our Middletown, PA clinic, opening today! The clinic is located at 302 W. Main St., Suite 101. and can be reached at 717-388-1119. Clinic director Christopher Robson, who is from Harrisburg, earned a bachelor’s degree in health sciences from Lock Haven University, where he competed on the track and cross country teams. He earned a doctor of physical therapy degree from the University of Delaware. Chris, who joined Drayer in 2006, is certified as an orthop...edic clinical specialist. His clinical interests include the management of TMJ dysfunction; anterior cruciate ligament rehabilitation; balance and vestibular treatment; and post-operative care after joint replacement and rotator cuff repair. For more information or to request an appointment, please visit our website: https://drayer.urpt.com/locations/middletown/ Be sure to follow us on Facebook for the latest updates and clinic information: https://www.facebook.com/drayermiddletownpa