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Healthy StartUnderstanding Arthritis
Thera-Band
Staff: Jan Williams
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“This was my second experience with NPT and the services I received were again successful in reducing the pain and symptoms of my injury. The staff is personable, caring, and validated my concerns while implementing an efficient and effective plan for healing. I would recommend their services without hesitation. It is amazing to me that healing can occur nearly pain free. Thank you so much for taking such good care of me and teaching me how to care for myself.”Heather G
Newaygo, MI
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A Healthy Start to a New Year
Does “better health” top your resolutions this year? If so, then you’re not alone. It’s a popular time of year for people to resolve to lose weight, eat better, or quit smoking. While all of those are definitely positive, consider making a bigger picture lifestyle change. When we choose to live a healthier lifestyle overall, the other things like losing weight, being more positive, etc. just happen naturally. There are three main components for health: exercise, diet, and mental well-being. Depending on where you’re starting, it might be too much all at once. Start with one thing, and then slowly add the others every few weeks. Understanding Arthritis
With so many types of arthritis, it’s no wonder people are often confused in diagnoses related to bones and joints. Here are some definitions to clear the mud on the “medical jargon.” Physical therapists are experts on bones and joints and often work with physicians on treatment plans for patients that can involve both medication and therapy. If you have been diagnosed with arthritis and have questions, please ask one of our therapists.Thera-Band® exercise bands available for purchase at NPT
Exercise bands are a great way to do resistance training at home. They store easily, are portable, affordable, and reduce the risk of injury.
NPT sells Thera-Bands in latex and latex-free options and in 5 color-coded levels of resistance. Proper use of these systems for resistive exercise provides both positive and negative force on the muscles, improving strength, range of motion and cooperation of muscle groups.
One of our staff members will be happy to help you get started by choosing the bands you need as well as developing a program for how to use them from home.
Staff Feature: Jan Williams
I've been with Northern Physical Therapy for 8 years. I started in 2003 as a PCS (Patient Care Specialist) and transitioned into the HR role within 2 years. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my 3 children, ages 22, 19, and 5; and my hobbies include camping, canoeing, and cooking.
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