Spotlight:
77 West Wacker
Chicago, IL, 60601
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Alison Brown Ferguson, PT, ADP (OMT), Dip MT
Located at 77 w Wacker, just steps from the Clark/Lake
Blueline stop, is our Chicago Loop clinic. This clinic is very convenient for
the Chicago
business/residential community because of its easy access to public transit. Call
to schedule your free one on one consultation. 1-312-201-0467
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Veterans Day is an annual
American holiday honoring military veterans and is "a day to be dedicated to
the cause of world peace". Both a federal and a state holiday in all states, it
will be observed on Wednesday, November 11, 2009.
In other parts of the world
Veterans Day is also celebrated as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day, falling on
November 11, the anniversary of the signing of the armistice that ended World
War I. Major hostilities of the war were
formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th
month of 1918 with the German signing of the Armistice.
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Considering that insurance deductibles may be met for the year, now is
the time to get the help that we can provide, at less cost than it will be
later. Remember, deductibles will start
over in 2010. Please let us know if we
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calling 1-877-6PAINFREE (1-877-672-4637).
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Greetings!
The days are getting shorter as we move all clocks back one hour. We honor those who served in the military on Veteran's Day, and prepare for the fourth Thursday in November to celebrate Thanksgiving.
We are pleased to welcome Lauren Baloun, PT, DPT, to the ARC team at the 77 West Wacker location. This issue includes "Frozen Shoulder", an article from ARC Physical Therapist Marty O'Shea. For those who would like to learn more about ARCextra!, we have included "Bridging the Gap Between Medicine and Fitness". We hope you enjoy the Spotlight Recipe for the month.
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Meet the Newest Member of our Team
Lauren Baloun, PT, DPT
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 Despite my Bachelor of Science degree in business and subsequent work experience in marketing, I have always had a passion for health and wellness that, until now, I kept as an extracurricular interest. After much thought and planning, I decided to incorporate this interest into my career - something that I knew would be more gratifying to me - and Physical Therapy fit the bill perfectly. When the idea of having a direct hand in improving one's health and quality of life kept me up at night, I knew I was onto something!
I recently graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree. I'm excited to get started working as a Physical Therapist, particularly with ARC. Commitment to quality, and one-on-one patient care is important to me, and a big reason why I came to ARC.
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Frozen Shoulder
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By: Marty O'Shea, PT, OCS, JSCC
Frozen shoulder or adhesive
capsulitis is a shoulder condition that affects 2%-5% of the population during
their lifetime. It is more common among women and people suffering from
diabetes and/or thyroid disorders. It can occur after shoulder surgery or trauma
but frequently develops spontaneously usually in patients over 40. Its symptoms
include a sudden onset of significant shoulder pain, both with using your arm
or at rest, which can make it very difficult to sleep and perform most daily
activities. This acute pain often lasts several months during which time the
shoulder will gradually become stiff and lose its range of motion. As the acute
pain subsides, you will be left with very stiff or a "frozen" shoulder.
People suffering from a frozen
shoulder will benefit from physical therapy. First, during the acute or painful
stage to help to control the pain and by doing so limit the severity of motion
loss in the shoulder and then by helping to regain the shoulder motion and
function once the acute/painful stage has subsided. The therapists often
utilize mobilization techniques to help loosen the soft tissue (muscle and
ligaments) around the shoulder joint that has become thickened and contracted
to help restore the normal biomechanics to the shoulder joint. The therapists
will also issue a series of flexibility exercises for the patient to perform at
home to help maximize their recovery of motion.
At A.R.C. physical therapy, in
addition to the traditional mobilization, our therapist have been trained in Strain/Counterstrain which is an osteopathic technique which helps to alleviate
the secondary muscle spasms that occur with frozen shoulders as well as to
stimulate the lymphatic system to aid in the reduction of inflammation which is
particularly helpful during the acute phase.
Even with physical therapy,
recovery from frozen shoulder requires patience as it can take over a year to
fully recover. If you are suffering with a sudden onset of shoulder with
gradual motion loss, you may want to consult physician for diagnosis and ask
about a course of physical therapy to expedite your recovery. If you have
questions or would like to have free assessment of your shoulder to see if you
may benefit from Physical Therapy, please contact one of our locations to set up your
evaluation.
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Thanksgiving Day Trivia
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In 2009 Thanksgiving Day is
November 26, 2009. The modern Thanksgiving Day traces its origins from a 1621
celebration at the Plymouth Plantation where the Plymouth
settlers held a harvest feast after a successful growing season. It is this
iconic event that is generally referred to as the "First Thanksgiving". Thanksgiving
Day has been an annual tradition in the United
States since 1863. It became a federal
holiday in 1941 when Congress passed a bill requiring Thanksgiving be observed
annually on the fourth Thursday of November.
Most Americans celebrate by
gathering with family and friends for a holiday feast. Football is also an
important part of many holiday celebrations. The National Football League has
played games on Thanksgiving every year since its creation; these games are
referred to as the "Thanksgiving Classic".
For many college teams the regular season ends on Thanksgiving weekend.
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Bridging the Gap Between Medicine and Fitness
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Anita Lanute, VPA
Healthcare
in America
is changing. Washington, D.C.
and President Obama are attempting to create new policies in the way healthcare
is delivered in the United
States. At Advanced Rehabilitation Clinics
we believe wellness and prevention will be a big part of this change. This change is the reason we are now offering
ARCextra! Medically Oriented Gym (MOG).
The
Medically Oriented Gym is a new concept which provides a personalized health
and fitness program and collaboration with your physical therapist and your
physician while creating a support system for ongoing healthy living. In
essence, it is bridging the gap between physical therapy and fitness.
Physical
Therapists are medical experts in the area of musculoskeletal conditions as
well as instruction and administration of exercise as it relates to disease and
dysfunction. When you participate in an ARCextra! Medically Oriented Gym
program you will receive a comprehensive evaluation by a physical therapist that
assesses several different items like strength, balance, gait, etc. Based on
the evaluation the physical therapist will design a program for cardiovascular
health, flexibility, balance, blood pressure, and gait training, to name a few. Goals are then established and periodic
re-evaluations are performed. As you advance through the program goals and
progress are documented.
Who Can Benefit from the ARC extra! Medically Oriented Gym?
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Patients with
osteoporosis
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Patients who are
generally deconditioned
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Patients with
balance and/or gait issues
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Patients who
have completed formal physical therapy but wish to continue their exercise
program at a familiar facility
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Patients who
need "rehab" for an upcoming surgery
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Anyone who wants
to be healthier
At
ARCextra! Medically Oriented Gym you
can use the facility on an individual, single-use basis for a nominal fee or
purchase a package of 10 or 20 visits. We also offer different tiers with or without
use of the Power Plate Vibration Technology (which increases bone mineral
density), or one-on-one sessions with a trained MOG Specialist. ARCextra! is located in the lower level of
our Elmhurst
facility. We can be reached at 630-279-3114 or 877-6PAINFREE (877-672-4634).
Come Check Us Out!!!
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Spotlight Recipe: Baby Roasted Pumpkins with Pink Potatoes
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Each month we like to provide a recipe from the book 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life written by David Grotto, RD, LDN. Mr. Grotto, who spoke at the ARC Open House event held August 2008, provides great tips and tricks for incorporating healthy foods into your everyday life. A link to his website can be found in the "Quick Links" section of our newsletter.
Baby Roasted Pumpkins
with Pink Potatoes
by Chef J. Hugh McEvoy
Serves 9* Prep and baking time: 90 minutes
Ingredients for Pumpkins:
9 (6 pounds) whole Mini Pumpkins
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
Ingredients for Smashed Potatoes:
2 pounds fresh red potatoes with skin
1 pound sweet potatoes baked in skin
1/4 cup fresh green onions bulbs and tops, chopped
1/4 cup unsalted butter
Directions:
Remove
tops from pumpkins and save. Remove seeds and threads. Cut level
bottoms for stable baking. "Paint" the pumpkins with canola oil inside
and out. Bake in a 350 degree oven for approximately 1 hour or until
lightly brown and tender. Cut potatoes with skins on into even cubes.
Steam until tender. Mash gently using a wire masher. Add butter and a
bit of milk if needed. Add chopped green onion. Fill baked pumpkins
with mashed potatoes. Brush potatoes and pumpkins with melted butter.
Return to oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Serve covered with
pumpkin tops and "hats".
Break it down....
Calories:
280; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 5mg; Sodium: 270mg;
Total Carbs: 52g; Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 26g; Protein: 6g
Excerpted from 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life by David Grotto, RD, LDN Copyright © 2007 by David Grotto. Excerpted by permission of Bantam, a division of Random House, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this excerpt may be reproduced or reprinted without permission in writing from the publisher. |
ATTENTION ALL ANIMAL LOVERS!!!
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ARC
along with PAWS Chicago will be hosting a
charity bowling tournament in December. This tournament will help house pets that are up for adoption in No-Kill
shelters. Our goal is to raise over $3,000, and with all proceeds going
to PAWS, what better
reason to bust out the check book and have some fun? Make sure to check
our
Facebook page for further updates as well as for the date and time of
the event.
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Advanced Rehabilitation Clinics physical therapy is dedicated to quality care and patient satisfaction. Only ARC physical therapy has practitioners certified in gentle and effective neuromuscular techniques that address the root of the issue. We provide immediate relief and long lasting results. Thank you for subscribing to Advanced Rehabilitation Clinics Newsletter, and we hope you enjoyed the November 2009 issue.
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