Plymouth Physical Therapy Specialists News
Spring 2015
It’s Time to Get Your Hands Dirty!
It’s that time of year again. Time to exchange snow
shovels and winter boots with gardening tools and
watering cans. While the warmer weather brings
on a new sense of happiness and energy, we need to
remember to use proper body mechanics and follow
general safety to avoid muscle aches and potential
serious injuries. The number one injury associated with
gardening is low back pain.
Here are a few tips to make your gardening
experience more enjoyable and less painful.
LIFTING:
Lifting heavy objects such as bags of soil, planters and mulch
improperly can lead to low back strains and/or sciatic pain. Other
options include moving half of the soil/mulch to a separate
pot before lifting the bag or planting in to smaller pots that are
easier to maneuver. Using a garden cart or wheelbarrow can also
assist with moving heavy gardening materials. Remember to lift
with your legs, avoid simultaneous lifting and twisting and keep
heavier objects close to your body to avoid injury.
PLANTING:
Prepping the soil can also be a difficult and tedious task
requiring prolonged forward bending and frequent changes in
position. Try prepping the planting bed by using long-handled
gardening tools. Once the soil is ready, plant from a kneeling
position using either a kneeling stool or a cushion. Remember
to avoid twisting at the spine. Those with known chronic low
back pain may want to consider planting in to pots, flower
boxes or raised flower beds to avoid further injury.
WEEDING:
Most people dislike weeding their gardens and flower beds.
Options to reduce the need to do so include using plants as
ground cover or using mulch in your flower beds to minimize
weed growth. If using a weed spray, look for bottles that have
a sprayer hose to allow you to stand upright while treating your
problem areas.
Remember to listen to your body. Take frequent
breaks and change positions when you start to experience
aching, cramping or fatigue. Stay hydrated and wear sunscreen.
If you do happen to experience low back pain or any other
injury, remember to contact your physical therapist. They can
help alleviate your symptoms as well as educate you on proper
body mechanics.
MOWING THE LAWN:
Another task that most people find tedious. When able, use an
electric start mower. The action of pulling a cord to start your
mower is the most common cause of low back injuries. If you
must use a pull start mower, remember to bend at your knees
and maintain the natural curve of your spine while reaching for
the cord. Make sure you tighten your abdominal muscles just
before pulling the cord in order to support your spine. If using a
push mower, remember to maintain proper upright posture and
take breaks as needed.
OPENING DAY!!!
Spring is near and the Tigers opening day is just around the corner. Come out
early and stop by and see your Plymouth Physical Therapy Specialists team!
The following services will be available at Comerica Park:
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Golf Screening- Start your season off right!
•
Biodex balance consultations… are you at a fall risk?
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Free evaluations and consultations of your aches, pains, and orthopedic conditions.
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Information on direct access to physical therapy treatment
Spring 2015
WHAT DOES DIRECT ACCESS
TO PHYSICAL THERAPY
MEAN?!?
Physical therapists treat a wide variety of conditions
from fall prevention, sports injuries, pre and post-surgical
patients, shoulder pain, ankle sprains, headaches….
and the list goes on! Call or check out our website at
www.plymouthpts.com to see if you have a condition
that can be treated by a Physical Therapist. Plymouth
Physical Therapy Specialists is now able to perform
evaluations and treatments without a referral from
a physician.
According to numerous studies physical
therapists are second only to orthopedic
surgeons in accurate diagnoses of orthopedic
conditions. Don’t wait to receive physical therapy
Lucky Number 13!
Recently Renovated!
Plymouth Physical Therapy
Specialists has expanded further to
the northeast side. Our STERLING
HEIGHTS LOCATION is now open to
treat orthopedic related conditions.
Dr. Todd Thurman started at our main
location located in Plymouth and
is proud to be the new site director
at our Sterling Heights Center. Keep
this location in mind for a convenient
treatment near your home, work, or for
a family or friend.
COMMERCE CENTER has received a face lift. This clinic is
still conveniently located off of Commerce Road. Stop in to
check out the update and say hello to your Physical Therapist!
To come in the near future…. additional cardio equipment to
further tailor your individualized program!
Our LIVONIA EAST CENTER has recently moved to better
serve our patients! We have expanded our facility to better
serve you!
The Plymouth Physical Therapy
Specialists Team continues to pride
ourselves in offering effective evidence based treatment
designed to lead you onto the path of a speedy recovery!
LIVONIA EAST CENTER
29691 W. Six Mile Road, Suite 110D
Livonia, MI 48152
T (734) 422-0802
STERLING HEIGHTS CENTER
43314 Mound Rd., Sterling Heights, MI 48314
T (586)997-0375
and delay your road to recovery. Call to book an
appointment today with one of our doctors of Physical
Therapy! Most insurance plans are accepted and we can
get your started within 24-48 hours!
RUNNER’S CLINIC!
1ST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
Plymouth Center
9368 Lilley Road, Plymouth, MI 48170
T (734) 416-3900
2ND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
Wixom Walled Lake Center
29822 Wixom Road, Wixom, MI 48393
T (248) 926-5826
Hours: 6:00 am–7:00 pm M–F • Sat am
Plymouth Center
9368 Lilley Road, Plymouth, MI 48170
T (734) 416-3900 • F (734) 416-3903
Brighton Center
5757 Whitmore Lake Road, Ste 900,
Brighton, MI 48116
T: (810) 220-5793 • F: (810) 220-5805
Canton Center
49650 Cherry Hill Rd, Ste 230, Canton, MI 48187
T: (734) 495-3725 • F: (734) 495-3734
Commerce Center
8896 Commerce Rd. Ste 1,
Commerce Twp, MI 48382
T: (248) 363-2115 • F: (248) 363-2308
Livonia East Center
29691 Six Mile Road, Livonia, MI 48152
T: (734) 422-0802 • F: (734) 422-0873
3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
Novi Center
39885 Grand River, Ste 300, Novi, MI 48375
T (248) 615-0282
www.plymouthpts.com
Milan Center
870 E Arkona Rd, Ste 110, Milan, MI 48160
T: (734) 439-2200 • F: (734) 439-2204
Sterling Heights Center
43314 Mound Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
T: (586) 997-0375 • F: (586) 997-0523
Howell Center
4128 E Grand River Avenue, Howell, MI 48843
T: (517) 540-1060 • F: (517) 540-1063
Northville Center
133 W. Main St., Ste 120, Northville, MI 48167
T: (248) 347-1168 • F: (248) 347-1252
White Lake Waterford Center
9178 Highland Rd, Ste 2
White Lake, MI 48386
T (248) 698-1277 • F (248) 698-2089
Livonia Center
37250 Five Mile Road, Livonia, MI 48154
T (734) 462-3240 • F (734) 462-3831
Novi Center
39885 Grand River, Ste 300, Novi, MI 48375
T (248) 615-0282 • F (248) 615-0415
Wixom Walled Lake Center
29822 Wixom Road, Wixom, MI 48393
T (248) 926-5826 • F (248) 926-5830