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Upcoming Events
2.17.12
Cincinnati Kings Open Cup Semi-Final at Game Time
2.20.12
Fairfield YMCA Injury Screens | |
2.25.12
Cincinnati Kings Soccer Game | |
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Patient Testimonial | |
"The entire staff was great, but Matt, Emily, Tad, Meredith and Kelly were especially responsible for my recovery from shoulder surgery! There was a time when I didn't think I would be able to play golf again, but Matt assured me that I would; and with his help, I'm fully recovered! No pain! I can't say thanks enough!!" | |
~ OPTC Patient Stanley Bickel |
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Oxford Physical Therapy Centers News |
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Greetings!
Greetings from Oxford Physical Therapy Centers! We hope that you have enjoyed the spring like temperatures that we have had in February, even though the groundhog did see his shadow!
This month's newsletter features our Crestview Hills Center, which opened in July 2011. We have included a feature on soft tissue mobilization provided by Matt Ernst, our Crestview Hills Center Manager. We have also included information about the Cincinnati Kings soccer team, along with indoor soccer tips to keep you safe while playing indoors these last few winter months. |
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Clinic Feature |
(Pictured left to right: Kelly Werner, Tonya Holt,
Matt Ernst, and Theresa Hils)
(Not Pictured: Emily England and Meredith Wagner)
Matt Ernst, PT, MPT, OCS is the center manager at our Crestview Hills Center, located at 350 Thomas More Parkway, Suite 130, Crestview Hills, Kentucky. Matt is also a partner at Oxford Physical Therapy. Matt received her Undergraduate and Master's Degree at the College of Mount St. Joseph. Matt is an adjunct faculty member at the College of Mount St. Joseph and is also a consultant for the Cincinnati Bengals.
Kelly Werner, PTA works alongside Matt at our Crestview Hills Center. Kelly studied at the University of Cincinnati and received an Associates of Applied Science, as well as, Bachelors in Health Science. Kelly is certified in Therasuit (a soft canvas suit) Method for Pediatric Intensive Therapy (allows children to learn new and correct patterns of movement through strengthing and functional skills practice).
Matt and Kelly are joined by PT Aids: Tonya Holt, Emily England, and Meredith Wagner and Theresa Hils at the front desk. |
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Soft Tissue Mobilization | |
 
Soft Tissue Mobilization is the process of using deep pressure to stimulate circulation and a healing response. Soft Tissue Mobilization can be done by hand but often times can be best accomplished through the use of instruments or tools to mobilize the tissue (please see picture above). The therapist uses the tools in a manner to encourage your body to get back on track with the healing process. The instruments are used in a sweeping or stroking manner to detect areas of scar tissue. Once an area is detected smaller more intense movements are done to soften and break down fibrotic or scar tissue.
In normal soft tissue injuries there are three phases of healing. The Inflammatory Phase lasts 3-5 days following injury, the Fibroblastic Phase lasts up 5-21 days, and the Maturation or Remodeling Phase begins at day 21 and can last 6-12 months.
In some cases as injuries heal they become stuck in the healing process and fail to progress. This is true with many common "tendonitis" type injuries. When this happens normal tissue is replaced with weaker inferior tissue and makes you more susceptible to chronic difficulty and re-injury. In these cases instrumented soft tissue mobilization can be very beneficial to break down scar tissue and help re-boot the healing process.
The treatment is designed to cause local inflammation and tissue irritation; therefore there can be a temporary increase in soreness, redness and potentially bruising. Our therapists will help guide you through this process. Typically the treatment is done 2 times per week for 4 weeks. Once the healing process has been re-started we can create the right environment through the use of modalities (ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ice, etc.) and exercises to return you to prior activity level.
One of our physical therapists must do an evaluation to determine if you are a candidate for Soft Tissue Mobilization. However, common diagnosis' that we treat include but are not limited to; plantar fasciitis, achilles tendonitis, lateral/medial epicondylitis, patellar tendonitis, IT band syndrome, hamstring straings, neck pain, back pain, and persistent post-surgical scarring.
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Cincinnati Kings | |
(Cincinnati Kings 2011 - 2012 Team)
Oxford Physical Therapy is proud to be the Cincinnati Kings physical therapy provider. The Cincinnati Kings Soccer Club is an organization that encourages, fosters, and promotes national and international soccer competition. The Cincinnati Kings Professional Indoor Soccer Team competes in the Professional Arena Soccer League and plays at the Cincinnati Gardens. For more information and for the Cincinnati Kings Schedule, please visit www.kingsindoor.com.
Indoor Soccer Warm-Up and Stretching
Indoor soccer is an exciting game to watch with its non-stop action and propensity to be high scoring. It does however come with its risks. From injuries due to the turf to collisions with the wall, indoor soccer often has a risk of injury regardless of the level of play. We would like to help you decrease your risk of injury on the soccer field. We will focus on two often neglected aspects of playing sports which are vital to decreasing the chance of injury; a proper warm-up and streching.
A proper warm-up has been proven to not only aid in overall performance, but also to decrease your risk of injury. The most commonly used term for warm-up is a dynamic warm-up. A dynamic warm-up's primary component is movement. A properly executed dynamic warm-up will thoroughly prepare the body for the movements required in one's activity. Examples of this would be jogging gradually progressing into higher intensity running, high knees, butt kicks, shuffles, and various other activities which "ready" the body for action.
The practice of stretching has changed in regards to its appropriateness before or after activity. The commonly held belief today about stretching is to engage in static, or non movement based, stretching after activity as a means to help the body repair the damage to the muscle tissue and minimize soreness. Common muscle groups to focus on would be the hamstrings, quadriceps, calves, and hips. The upper body should not be neglected as well to prevent poor posture and other various issues. Stretches should be held for 15-30 seconds and repeated 2-3 times per side.
Take time preparing for your time on the field to prevent time off of the field. Be safe, have fun and remember to move before the game! |
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As always, we are here to help you maintain your active lifestyle. All of our centers offer free injury screens. If you or someone you know are not feeling 100% we would welcome the opportunity to meet with you.
Best,
The Oxford Physical Therapy Family
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