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Why We Love Our Moms
Not only does the month of May bring out the warmer weather, it encourages us to bring out the warmth in our hearts as we recognize, appreciate, and celebrate the incredible mothers in our lives. This year for Mother’s Day, we wanted to give our Spooner teammates the floor and allow them to boast and brag about their moms and[…]
Mitch’s Moments that Matter
About 2.1 million people in the United States are currently living with limb loss, with 185,000 people having an amputation each year. Moments that Matter is an initiative by our friends over at the Amputee Coalition to recognize and honor patients during Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month which is celebrated annually during the month of April.[…]
Functional Exercises for the Soccer Athlete
Functional training in all three planes of motion while avoiding exclusively training muscles in isolation is the key factor that set players apart when it comes time for their next match. If a soccer player isn’t incorporating functional training, they simply will not be prepared for all of the movement patterns their body is about to endure once the clock[…]
LSVT BIG: Intensity Focused Rehab for Parkinson’s Disease
The LSVT BIG program is a holistic treatment approach that addresses not only movement patterns but also non-motor symptoms including emotional changes and cognitive changes that one develops with a neurological condition.
LSVT BIG first started as a specific protocol for the treatment of patients with Parkinson’s. As more research has become available, the studies show that the LSVT BIG[…]
3 Steps to Starting Your Fitness Journey
Want a healthier lifestyle, but unsure on where or how to start integrating more movement into your life? Whether you are beginning a new fitness journey, starting a new workout program, joining a fitness group, or planning on getting back on track with the workouts you used to do regularly but it’s been a while (a COVID while), it’s a[…]
10 Fun Facts About Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy… Navigating the differences between healthcare professionals and specialized therapists can get a bit confusing! This April during Occupational Therapy Month, we wanted to highlight the occupational therapy profession and all the amazing work occupational therapists do in their communities.
Our team of hand therapists at Spooner North Phoenix’s say, “It[…]
Fighting Parkinson’s Disease with Physical Therapy and Exercise
1 million Americans are living with Parkinson’s Disease, and 60,000 people are newly diagnosed every year. In recognition of Parkinson’s Awareness Month, Spooner Desert Ridge’s Emily Stafford, PT, DPT, CAFS, FAFS gave us some insight on what patients with Parkinson’s can expect during physical therapy and why exercise is a necessity in the fight against Parkinson’s.
What is the main[…]
Spooner Awarded Best Place for Physical Therapy in West Valley 2021
We were recently named the 2021 Best Place for Physical Therapy in the West Valley by the local community and the West Valley View. Thank you to everyone who voted, and congratulations to our West Valley teams – Avondale and Goodyear!
Cut Out the Burnout: Mental Health Strategies for the Clinician
“I’m only one athletic trainer, I can’t get to you all.” – Feelings of frustration
“Another parent calling me about their son trying to play on Friday when he’s not ready to play?” – Feelings of anger
“When is the season over? I am so worn down.” – Feelings of being tired
“I[…]
Brain Injury Awareness Month: How Physical Therapy Plays a Role in Your Recovery
Did you know at least 5.3 million Americans live with a TBI-related disability? That’s one in every 60 people. In recognition of Brain Injury Awareness Month, Spooner Scottsdale’s Stephane Gilboy, PT, DPT shares some of what she has learned about treating patients with traumatic brain injuries and how physical therapy plays a vital role on the path to recovery.
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