IN THIS ISSUE
Summer Boot CampSwimEx Pool
Walking Tips
Massage Therapy
Meet our PT
FEELING GOOD!
"Thanks to you and your staff for the wine outing on the 22nd. I would recommend the staff at Sparta for a job well done regarding my therapy. They were not only effective in getting me back on my feet, they made it fun too!- - Rick K., Kent City
DID YOU KNOW?
On average, every minute of walking can extend your life by 1.5 to 2 minutesCONTACT US
Business OfficeGina Otterbein
25 Conran
Coopersville, MI 49404
E-mail Gina
Phone: 616.997.6172
Fax: 616.997.6178
Last chance for Boot Camp - classes start this month!
If you’re between the ages of 12-18, you’ll want to stay in shape over the summer to keep in top condition for your game. That’s why NPT has developed a four-week boot camp-style program that focuses on increasing overall strength, flexibility, endurance, agility, and coordination skills. There will also be a special emphasis on teaching the importance of sports nutrition and injury prevention.
The boot camp programs will be held in Coopersville and Wayland and run by Athletic Trainer, Bethany Tillema. “I want kids to prepare to be challenged, but to have a lot of fun too,” says Bethany.
Dates: June 21-July 23
*There will be no boot camp the week of July 4
Coopersville classes are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:30am to 12pm
Wayland classes are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1pm to 3:30pm
Cost: $50
Camp includes t-shirt and sports pack.
Hurry! Boot camp begins soon. Click here to register.
SwimEx pool in Sparta – the ultimate in aquatic therapy
Did you know that Sparta is home to a state-of-the-art SwimEx pool? SwimEx pools feature a resistant current, treating a wide variety of conditions, from severe arthritis to sports injuries.Advantages of aquatic therapy in a SwimEx pool:
- Provides a resistive wall of water as an effective and safe means of performing and strengthening, along with functional and sports specific activities
- Offers various levels of activity even in the acute stages of rehab
- Easy maintenance of physical conditioning throughout therapy
- Unmatched water flow, conservation, versatility and customization
- Capable of circulating 30,000 gallons of water flow per minute
Walk this way! Fun facts and tips about walking for exercise
Walking is one of the simplest, safest, and most effective ways to get regular exercise. It’s also a great stress reliever and promotes an overall sense of wellness. Longer, moderately paced daily walks are best for losing weight and shorter, faster walks are best for conditioning your heart and lungs.Massage Therapy offered in Coopersville
Whether you are looking to speed up treatment, relieve stress and tension, or simply want to treat yourself to ultimate relaxation, consider scheduling a massage. Massage therapy offers an array of health benefits. We are pleased to offer this service at our Coopersville location at very reasonable rates (½ hour for $30 and 1 hour for $60). Looking for the perfect gift for a deserving dad this Father’s Day? Contact our Coopersville location at 616.997.6172 to schedule a massage for the special dad in your life today! +Massage TherapyNPT People Profile – Stacey Fifield, Physical Therapist
Stacey Fifield is a physical therapist working at our Sparta location. She has worked with Northern Physical Therapy for almost two years treating a variety of injuries. Stacey enjoys treating patients of all ages with orthopedic injuries and she is taking continuing education classes for treating pregnancy related orthopedic conditions.Stacey graduated from Grand Valley State University with her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy. In her free time she enjoys camping, hiking, kayaking, and spending time with family and friends. +Email Stacey
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