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News! 1/8/2008

Body Mechanics Presented on 1/8/08 to MARTA on Back Pain and the Treatment Options Your Physical Therapist Can Provide

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BMPT Newsletter!

April 2008 Issue | Compiled by Jeff Ryg, DPT, ATC, CSCS

Body Mechanics welcomes Shawna Woodruff as our new front office coordinator, Shawna is currently a senior at Georgia State University and will be graduating this year with a B.S. degree in Biology with a focus in Pre-Med and a minor in Chemistry. Shawna plans to continue her studies by attending graduate school next fall and later, medical school. Her primary interests are neurological research, pediatric care and non-profit organization services.

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EXERCISE OF THE MONTH

Restrictions across individual or groups of vertebrae in the spine can create tightness, pain, and decreased performance. Individual movements of the vertebrae, segmental mobility, is essential for optimal functioning of the spine. Segmental mobility allows the restoration of the spine's natural alignment for better distribution of load and muscular control. The spine stretch is a great exercise to regain this motion and in turn aid in the restoration of the natural curvature of the spine. For safety and optimal effectiveness, please contact your physical therapist before beginning any exercise program.

SPINE STRETCH: Breathe in and exhale. Segmentally round your spine from neck to pelvis. Breathe in and exhale. Reverse, segmentally arching your spine from pelvis to neck. Remember to move segmentally and challenge your movement patterns without straining.

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PHYSICAL THERAPY NEWS

Open vs Closed Referrals

Open referrals are signified by the title “Evaluate and Treat” placed on your physical therapy prescription.With an open referral, the physical therapist can practice autonomously and more effectively based on the best available medical evidence regarding your symptoms or condition. Conversely, a closed referral occurs when a referral source places specific directions (e.g., ultrasound, iontophoresis) for your care on the referral. A recent study in the Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy (Brooks et al, March 2008) found an open referral was associated with better functional outcomes and less visits per diagnosis in a group of 96 patients with lumbar spine dysfunctions versus a similar group with closed referrals.Thus, an open referral allows your physical therapist to practice with the independence and effectiveness to provide the best possible care.

For more information check out our website blog at http://www.bodymechanicsatl.com/blog/index.html.

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We understand that your goal is to return to an active lifestyle. That is why Body Mechanics Physical Therapy Atlanta, located with an office in downtown Atlanta focuses on putting you back in motion quickly and enabling you to feel better for good.

Every physical therapy patient receives caring, personal attention by our team of highly trained specialists. Our facility is fully equipped to provide a comprehensive spectrum of treatment modalities for all orthopaedic conditions to improve mobility, strength, balance and pain relief. Our hands-on approach and customized treatment program is designed to assist you in making a full recovery.

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