Greetings
Happy New Year from all of us at Willow Grove Physical Therapy. We hope that you had a great Holiday season and we wish you all the best for 2018.
Welcome to the January newsletter from Willow Grove Physical Therapy.
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2018 Fitness Goals
1. Plan - planning meals and exercise routines are vital for helping you stay on track and motivated to achieve your fitness goals in 2018. Ask your therapist for guidance on a specific program for you!
2. Consistency - being consistent with exercise allows you to progress steadily and without injury, so be consistent with what works best for you! (for example: walking, yoga, weight lifting, zumba, etc)
3. Sleep hygiene - your body and mind require deep sleep to recover each day so make sure you are getting 8 hours of sleep each night to replenish mind/body.
4. Lifestyle - embrace healthy living/eating and exercise as a lifestyle change rather than just a fad diet or the latest trends!
5. Be Realistic - small daily changes are a good start. Don't expect results overnight, it takes time and dedication to achieve your 2018 (& beyond!) health goals.
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| We are asking for your help! Congress has failed to act and the annual physical therapy cap has been reinstated for Medicare. With this law, once the cap has been reached therapy will no longer be covered for that calendar year. |
How to Repeal Medicare Therapy Cap
1. Go to apta.org
2. Click on the blue "Advocacy" tab at the top of the page
3. Click on "Take Action" on the left side of the page
4. Click on "Patient Action Center" under Take Action on the left side
5. In the black box in the center, click on "Take Action"
6. There is a pre-written letter on the right side of the page
7. Fill out boxes (Signature, Your Information and Home information)
8. Uncheck last two boxes about future emails and remembering you
9. Click "Send Message"
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Regular exercise has always been recommended for optimal health and youth, but did you know that the ability to stay young longer is also linked to the health of your DNA? In this month’s featured article, learn more about how exercise affects your DNA and helps keep you young.
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Snowboarding may appear to some as an extreme sport and snowboarders may indeed have a risk-taking gene. However, regular snowboarders understand the importance of proper conditioning, technique, and caution while participating in this exhilarating sport. To learn more about reducing your risks while snowboarding, read below.
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If you’re experiencing chronic pain it may gradually begin to affect your mental health. A positive mind promotes overall health and an enhanced quality of life.
Don’t let persistent pain disrupt your life, speak with a trained Physical Therapist today who can address the cause of your pain.
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Trigger finger and trigger thumb refer to an abnormal change in the tendons that bend the fingers toward the palm of the hand. It is commonly characterized by a “catch” or an inability to straighten out the finger or thumb. Thickening of the tendons leads to the formation of a knob which gets caught within the sheath of the tendon, and triggers this problem. To learn more about how this condition develops and how it is treated read below.
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Healthy meals help promote long-term health. Here are dinner and dessert recipes that are nutritious and delicious!
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From: Thefoodnetwork.com
The recipe is a combination of onions, mushrooms, carrots, thyme, garlic, black pepper, and ground beef. This hearty meal serves at least eight people and provides numerous essential vitamins and minerals. Try it today!
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From: minimalistbaker.com
This gluten-free recipe is a real treat. It consists of bananas, organic berries, coconut milk, hemp seeds, chia seeds, and cinnamon. This dessert provides your body with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. You can also add maple syrup or pitted dates for added sweetness.
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Please find our contact information below and feel free to reach out to us at any time!
Willow Grove Office 2325 Maryland Road #205 Willow Grove, PA 19090 Phone 215-659-7759 Hatboro 55 N York Rd #100 Hatboro, PA 19040 Phone 215-394-5116 Glenside 875 N Easton Rd Glenside, PA 19038 Phone 215-277-5552
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