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Register now for Notre Dame San Jose Events's event on Crowdcast, scheduled to go live on Thursday January 20, 2022 at 6:00 pm PST.

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About the event:

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.

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…

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!

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

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.

Now that spring is transitioning to summer, temperatures are starting to rise in many parts of the country. And that means the transition from heating our homes to cooling our homes is right around the corner. No matter what method you use to cool your home during the warm spring and summer months (central air conditioning, window units, or fans and dehumidifiers), each spring you cross your fingers that your approach still works. If not, you might be calling an expert for a tune-up, or in extreme circumstances, you might need a complete overhaul.

Just like an AC system that has probably been dormant for many months of the year, a body that hasn’t been physically engaged on a regular basis may have trouble getting started again. And yet, especially as COVID restrictions start lifting, the warm temps draw many people to city and suburban streets, tracks and trails,…