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Patient Testimonial | |
"The staff is extremely well-educated and knowledgeable while still being empathetic.
They also don't try to sell you on more sessions than you really need-they seem to have your best interest in mind and want you to be as self-sufficient as possible.
They helped build my strength tremendously." | |
~OPTC Patient Kate Hand |
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Oxford Physical Therapy Centers News |
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Greetings!
Hello from Oxford Physical Therapy Centers!
This month's newsletter features our Mason Center, which is located at 7567 Central Parke Boulevard, Mason, OH 45040!
Have you ever heard of an FCE evaluation? Check out our featured information on Functional Capacity Evaluation's (FCE) that we offer at 5 of our locations!
Are you having any aches or pains sitting at your desk at work or at home? Tom Ernst, PT, MPT, has provided a video with a few tips on how to properly set-up your workstation. |
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Clinic Feature |
 (Pictured from left to right: Lila Brockman, Nathan McNeel,
Dan Eling, and Rob Schwab) Rob Schwab, PT, DPT, is the center manager at our Mason Center, located at 7567 Central Parke Blvd., Mason, OH 45040. Rob received his undergraduate degree from the University of Dayton and received his doctorate in physical therapy from the College of Mount St. Joseph. Rob enjoys treating all types of injuries, but especially enjoys helping runners get back to their active lifestyle.
Dan Eling, PT, DPT, works alongside Rob at the Mason Center. Dan has stayed local as he went to Moeller High School and is an OU Bobcat, receiving both his undergraduate and doctorate degrees from Ohio University. He enjoys treating the variety of patients that come through the Mason Center and enjoys getting to know his patients during their treatment.
Rob and Dan are joined by Nathan, who has been an aide in the Mason Center for over 2 years, and Lila and Lydia at the front desk! |
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Functional Capacity Evaluation | |
At Oxford Physical Therapy Centers we provide FCE's for patients who are returning to work or are applying for disability. A Functional Capacity Evaluation is a comprehensive functional test designed to measure the maximum safe functional abilities of an employee across a broad rage of physical capabilities. An FCE is sometimes used to better understand complex cases, extended disability duration, or for vocational rehabilitation planning.
Our goal is to provide the patient, employer, or physician with the most up to date status on the physical capabilities of each patient. We will evaluate the patient's ability to perform basic functional tasks such as lifting, walking, stooping, crouching, and kneeling as well as performing a full physical examination and history.
The FCE one day and two day examination measures:
- repetitive lifting capacity at various levels
- repetitive push, pull, and carrying capacities
- hand grip strength
- tolerance for elevated work
- prolonged trunk flexion in sitting and standing
- prolonged trunk rotation in sitting and standing
- prolonged crawl, knee and sustained crouch positions
- repetitive squat
- tolerance for prolonged sitting and standing
- maxiumum walking, stairs and stepladder capacity
- balance
- hand coordination
We currently provide FCE testing at the following centers: Florence, Hyde Park/Red Bank, Independence, Oxford, and Tri-County/Fairfield.
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Workstation Set-Up Tips | |
Over time, using a workstation that does not fit your body (your chair does not support your back, your computer screen is too high or low, your wrists are at an uncomfortable angle while typing, etc.) can result in musculoskeletal problems of your neck, shoulders and back, poor posture, eyestrain, and carpal tunnel syndrome.
Along with setting up your workstation properly, it's essential to take breaks and change your position (whether seated or standing) frequently. For instance, look away from your computer screen for 30 seconds every 10 minutes, and get up to stretch every half hour. This will help to take some of the strain away and reduce your risk of being injured from making repetitive movements (such as typing) without a rest.
Below is a video from Tom Ernst, PT, DPT, who has provided a few tips on how to properly set-up your workstation. If after you adjust your workstation and you continue to have any aches or pains, please contact us at 513.701.6100, as we offer free injury screens at all 11 convenient locations. If you would like more detailed information on how to properly set-up your workstation, please feel free to contact us, as we can provide a workstation assesment for you.
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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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