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Women's Health Care & Mental Health Following the Pandemic - Video Interview
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Join us as we have a discussion with two amazing leaders on a holistic approach to wellness and look at how the pandemic has highlighted the importance of women's physical, spiritual, and mental health.
As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Dr. Jen treats all systems of the body that impact physical function. Her clinical focus is the intersection of body systems that impact muscles, bones, nerves, respiratory and cardiovascular systems, skin, sleep, nutrition, pain, mood, balance systems, and cognition.
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PT Can Prevent Unnecessary Surgery
Recent research is showing that surgery might not be needed as often as we think. A large review estimates that 10% to 20% of surgeries might be unnecessary and that in some specialties such as cardiology and orthopedics, that number might be higher. The reasons for so many unneeded surgeries being performed are varied, but the most common are that more conservative options aren't tried first, or lack of knowledge by the operating physician.
Physicians undergo long and rigorous training programs to become surgeons, but if they don't work hard to keep learning, their knowledge often stops growing when they leave residency. Recent research is showing that certain common surgeries aren't any better than a placebo. Two such examples are kyphoplasty - a procedure for spinal compression fractures, and partial meniscectomy - a procedure used to treat tears of the meniscus in the knee. If a surgeon hasn't continued…
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On The Road To Better Health - May Newsletter - Dr. Jen is Now on Tour!
Click here for the May OTRTBH Newsletter
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In this month's newsletter:
Dr. Jen is Now on Tour! Dr. Jen discusses transitioning to living on the road full-time
Treat Yo Self: Dr. Jen is marking 10 years since becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Let's have fun at the virtual Treat Yo Self anniversary celebration!
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5 Reasons You Need a PT to Coordinate Your Fitness Regimen
Physical therapists aren't just for people that are injured or have had surgery. Physical therapists can also help healthy people improve their fitness. Here are 5 reasons why you should consider seeing yours.
1) YOU WANT A BASELINE
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Mindfulness Tools When You're Feeling Stressed
Feeling overwhelmed or stressed? When our emotions are in high gear, it is harder for our rational mind to think clearly and make good decisions. Here are two simple and powerful mindfulness techniques that help reduce some pressure so the mind can focus.
1) When you're stressed, remember to S.T.O.P.
I find the STOP technique helpful when I need a quick response to a stressful situation. This allows a moment to breathe and observe before I react. By just allowing a pause, the brain becomes better able to focus and formulate logical responses, rather than emotional reactions.
2) If your emotions are overwhelming, just let it R.A.I.N.
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