Monday, August 8, 2011

Foothills Orthopedic and SportTherapy, PC

Ray Physical Therapy, PCfoothillsandraypt@gmail.com

www.foothillstherapy.com

Meet our TherapistJerome Kulm, PT (Loveland)

Jerome is one of the original owners of Foothills Orthopedic & Sport Therapy, P.C. He is a 1976 graduate of Loma Linda University and has worked in the Loveland/Fort Collins area for over 35 years. He has a strong clinical background with all orthopedic injuries and problems. His emphasis is in upper and lower extremity injuries including rehabilitation for all types of Orthopedic surgeries especially Total Joint Replacements.

Jerome is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), including the Colorado and Local chapters and has been active as an officer for the Northeast District for many years. In 2005, he was awarded the Bob Doctor Service award for his years of dedication to his profession. He has been very active with the Sports Medicine programs at the local high schools. He enjoys golfing, hiking, cycling and traveling with his family.

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As a patient, you always have thechoice of where to go for yourPhysical Therapy treatment. Mostinsurances allow you to referyourself. Make sure that youalways see a Licensed Therapist,because not all clinics are thesame. We welcome theopportunity to be the clinic ofchoice for you, your family,friends.

It's Summertime! Should You Exercise Indoors Or Outdoors?Whether you exercise in the comfort of your own home, a gym or prefer to be outdoors, there are important considerations between indoor and outdoor workouts that you should be aware of. Your physical therapist will be able to design an exercise program with enough variation to keep you healthy and motivated throughout summer.

Staying IndoorsHere are some of the advantages of exercising indoors:

Climate control: Most people choose to exercise indoors to escape extreme temperatures and humidity.Environment control: Accidents can happen anywhere, but the risk of injury decreases with indoor equipment. Intensity control: Machines such as the treadmill, elliptical and bicycle allow you to modify your speed, incline/level and duration of exercise. In addition;

These machines can also lower the impact on your feet, knees, hips and spine. This is something outdoor trails cannot always provide.Most aerobic machines are equipped with heart rate monitors, which help you determine the intensity of your workout. If you are unsure of how high or low your heart rate should be while exercising, call us for more information.

Precise muscle targeting: Several machines in a gym can help to strengthen certain muscle groups of the body (like quadriceps or biceps) and allow you to restore muscle imbalance.

Exercise Boosts Your Energy LevelsThe quickest, easiest way to guarantee that you'll meet your health goals is to work with one of our highly qualified therapists. You will be provided with an exercise plan that best suits your needs and preferences. You will receive personal attention and will be shown techniques and strategies that will help you return to doing things with greater ease.

Call or email our office today to get started on a program that will give your health a "jump start" in the right direction.

Cathy Gates,

Jerome Kulm,

Jeff Ray,

Robert Trout,

Andrea Siener,

Gary Camp,

Lennea Zink,

Kim Donahue,

Kim Saunders,

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PT

PT, MSPT, ATC

OTR

PT, MSTP

PT, DPT

PT, MSTP

Your Primary MotivationYour primary motivation to exercise is unique to you. Perhaps your goal is to be able to play with your kids again, decrease the risk of falls, be able to lift things without difficulty, sit through a movie with your family / friends without pain, or return to playing sports.

Identify your primary motivation, write it on a sticky note and place it on your refrigerator. Use pictures of family or any other image that creates a positive association with your health goals. Share your goals with family and friends, which makes you accountable to them. Being reminded constantly of your primary motivation will help you achieve your goals faster.

Pick up the phone and schedule an appointment with us today if you are looking for expert supervision and accountability. Give us a chance to help you get started with exercise.

4 Tips For a Pain Free Summer VacationNow that the sun is shining, you are probably looking forward to some rest and relaxation as you plan your summer vacation.Whether you go for a drive, visit family or friends or plan a trip to the beach, it’s important to remember a few critical things to remain injury-free and pain-free this summer.Before you pack your bags for your next trip, please pay attention to these 4 tips so you can return home relatively pain-free.

Tip #1: Make a decisionBefore you leave home, make the decision to continue with the exercises prescribed to you by your physical therapist. These exercises are meant to keep you healthy and pain free.As you enjoy your vacation, think of exercise as an ‘investment’ in your physical health and avoid the temptation of skipping your exercises.

Tip #2: Keep movingIt's easy to spend your vacation days just lounging by the beach or the pool. The problem is that inactivity contributes to joint stiffness and pain. Try some of these strategies:

Take a brisk walk for 15-20 minutes; daily if you canTry to use the stairs whenever possible instead of the elevator If your hotel has a pool, try swimming a few lapsTake the outline of your home exercise program with you – the one specifically designed for you by your physical therapist

Tip #3: Stretch your muscles at regular intervalsIf you are going to be in one position for a prolonged period of time (in a car or plane), it’s best to stretch your muscles, even walk around a bit whenever possible. This helps maintain mobility and circulation in your muscles.

Tip #4: Know your limitsDon’t overdo it! Over 53,000 luggage-related injuries were reported during 2008, according to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Many of these injuries are preventable, especially if you follow these precautions:

Make sure you keep your lower back aligned properly while lifting a bag (we’ll teach you the correct way to lift a bag)Warm up and stretch your muscles before you lift anything (we’ll evaluate your posture and identify which muscles need stretching and strengthening)Make sure you keep the bag as close to your body as possible in order to minimize strain on your lower back while lifting

Foothills Orthopedic and Sport Therapy, PC Ray Physical Therapy, PC2964 Ginnala DriveLoveland CO 80538Phone: (970) 667-7755