Phoenix Physical Therapy

In honor of #blackhistorymonth, we invite you to read about the innovative ways Physical Therapist, Bessie Blount Griffin, rehabilitated her patients. Learn how she taught many, who lost limbs fighting in World War II, to write and feed themselves again. #ptcares #physicaltherapyhistory #innovation #inventions #helpingothers #phoenixphysicaltherapy https://www.blackpast.org//bessie-blount-griffin-1914-2009/

There was a day I walked three miles. Three days later I couldn’t walk from my bedroom to the bathroom and that’s when I knew I was in trouble. Alice Knox, Flint, MI Patient Alice was diagnosed with a form of Parkinson’s Disease at a very young age. Medication kept her symptoms under control for decades. But at the age of 74, the meds stopped working. See how an innovative physical therapy program called LSVT-BIG helped Alice walk confidently and become active again. #su...ccessstory #ichoosept #LSVTBIG #Parkinsonsdisease #ptcares #phoenixphysicaltherapy Read More: https://phoenixphysicaltherapy.com/finding-the-tools-to-ba/

Neck pain? Jaw pain? Headaches? Clicking and popping noises when you open and close your mouth? You may have TMJ Disorder. Click below to learn more including the causes and how physical therapy can help. #wellnesswednesday #tmjdisorder #neckpain #jawpain #headaches #phoenixphysicaltherapy #ptworks

Eat a rainbow! #Heartmonth is a great time to create healthy eating habits. The easiest way to improve your diet? Add color! #tuesdaytips #healthyeating #ptcares #phoenixphysicaltherapy #addcolor

Looking for another reason to exercise regularly? It may lower your risk for severe COVID symptoms. #mondaymotivation #exerciseregularly #phoenixphysicaltherapy #ptcares #fightCOVID

Are you ready to go red? Today is @americanheartassociation #wearredday to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease in women and to help save lives. #phoenixphysicaltherapy #gored #heart #health #heartdisease #heartdiseaseawareness #goredforwomen #phoenixptcares

According to the APATA, being a physical therapist is very rewarding. PTs work with patients one-on-one, see them progress through treatment, and know that they're really making a difference in their lives. Forbes identifies PTs as one of the "happiest jobs"!

Earlier this month, we celebrated these Phoenix Physical Therapists in our central PA region for becoming Certified Manual Physical Therapists through NAIOMT, the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy. Our CMPT Physical Therapists are efficient, accurate, and effective at providing skilled ‘hands-on’ treatment for neuromusculoskeletal conditions. Congratulations! NAIOMT CMPT proposes an eclectic approach to management, focusing on producing alterations in the neurophysiological system through all types of manual therapy and exercise. NAIOMT

Are you slumped in your chair or standing with your shoulders hunched forward? Here are some tips to help improve your posture. https://phoenixphysicaltherapy.com/posture/

Thank you to all of Phoenix's Occupational Therapists across our clinics for their hard work and care for our patients. Today we celebrate you on World Occupational Therapy Day!

Clinic Director, Monica Johnson, PT, DPT from our Etters, PA clinic talks about knee pain and shows some simple exercises to alleviate discomfort.

If you are a health care provider, you know it’s important to help your patients get more physical activity. Here are some useful tips for talking with patients about physical activity guidelines and how to meet them. https://health.gov//defau/files/2019-11/PAG_MYW_HCP_FS.pdf

Physical therapists are movement experts who help people reduce pain, improve or restore mobility, and stay active throughout life. But there are some common misconceptions that often discourage people from seeking PT treatment. Read about these myths here: https://www.choosept.com//d/7-myths-about-physical-therapy

Regular physical activity can benefit your physical, mental, and social health. Read here for 9 things physical therapists want you to know to age well: https://www.choosept.com//9-physical-therapist-tips-to-hel

Fun Fact Friday! In 1921, Mary McMillan became the president of the American Women's Physical Therapeutic Association with 274 members. At this time, physical therapy was known as a women’s health profession. This organization is now known as the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and represents over 100,000 PTs in the U.S. alone. Find more information about the history of PT here: https://bit.ly/3mPXADY.

Today's spotlight is on Phoenix's Lewistown, PA clinic. These employees are local to Lewistown and well known in the area. Patients come for the whole experience from the interaction with the PCCs to the treatment they receive from the clinical staff. They've developed connections with a leading Pennsylvania healthcare provider and are an integral part of their pain program. Because of this, they have returned to pre-COVID levels and are quickly outgrowing their space. Team members include Tyler Hess, Clinic Director, Derek Heisler, PT, Halley Parzanese, PTA, Valeria Dressler, COTA, Sarah Wible, PTA/PCC1, Elizabeth Simone, PCC2 and Nicole Hobbs, OT.

Pain is one of the most common symptoms that leads a person to seek the help of a physical therapist or other health care professional. Click here to find a guide on understanding pain. https://www.choosept.com//physical-therapy-guide-to-unders

Lauren Brennan PT, DPT, and Ashley Polcovich from Phoenix's Pine Grove, PA clinic show easy stretches for tennis elbow, a condition that occurs when tendons in your elbow are overloaded, usually from repetitive motions of the wrist and arm.

Did you know that kids and teens ages 6 to 17 need 60 minutes of activity every day? Click the link for tips on how to add a little exercise throughout the day. https://health.gov/moveyourway/get-kids-active