Therapy Times - Performance Rehabilitation

“Therapy Times”
April 2015 Newsletter
Stop Hurting and Start Living!
What’s in this issue?
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Understanding
Aquatic Therapy
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What’s New at Performance Rehabilitation?
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What does Dr. Vicory
do when he is not a
Physical Therapist?
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Meet Our Team
Your Aching Back! Aquatic Therapy?
There’s something pretty
relaxing about water.
Whether you’re in it for
exercise or recreation,
water can do amazing
things for the body. Not
only can it keep individuals healthy and trim, it
can also be used as a form
of therapy. Aquatic therapy refers to exercise programs performed in the
water. It is a very beneficial form of therapy and is
used for a variety of medical conditions.
tion, pain and even selflooking for. The best way
esteem. Techniques of
to do this is through the
aquatic therapy vary and
temperature of the water.
are often specific to injury
Warmer water can be
or condition. There are
used for vasodilation,
exercises for improving
which draws blood into
flexibility and strength
the tissues. This increased
training, as well as ambublood flow delivers the
latory exercise and theranecessary oxygen and
peutic swimming. Certain
nutrients while removing
injuries will
cell wastes.
require perWarm water
sonalized
also deprograms,
creases muswhile others
cle spasms,
have sought
relieves pain,
the benefits
increases
of group
range of moexercise in
tion and reDr. Richard Vicory,
the water.
with a patient, in the
laxes tense
aquatic therapy pool.
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The water
can be controlled dependContinued on page 2
ing on the outcome one is
HOW IT WORKS
Why Aquatic Therapy?
Aquatic therapy has been
around for a long time.
Patients have seen improvements in endurance,
strength, pulmonary func-
What’s New At Performance Rehabilitation?
Health & Wellness and Fitness & Nutrition!
“When I’m tight and stiff from getting
up in the morning, when I’m on the
treadmill, in the warm water, it loosens
everything up in my back and I feel so
much better!” John Metzger
Are you one of the many
individuals who made a
New Year’s Resolution
to get into shape or to
start eating right and
were not able to stick
with it?
We have great news for
you! Performance Rehabilitation offers several
new services:
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Health & Wellness
Fitness
Nutrition
These services are customized to suit your individual healthcare
needs and/or athletic
performance goals. Our
plans include personal
health evaluations, education, developing treat-
ment plans, as well as
guiding and monitoring
your progress.
To find out how we can
help you get back on
track to meet your Fitness & Nutrition goals
Call us at 407-814-0436.
See back page for
special coupon offer!
Your Aching Back! Aquatic Therapy? (continued from page 1)
Cold-water therapy can be
used for vasoconstriction,
which slows circulation in
the body. This is helpful for
patients with inflammation,
muscle spasms or pain.
BENEFITS
Just about everyone can
benefit from aquatic therapy
or water exercise. People
with these specific injuries/
conditions will also see improved results from this
therapy: arthritis, fractures,
joint sprains, torn ligaments,
sports injuries, knee/hip
replacement, muscle
spasms, back or neck pain,
fibromyalgia, pregnancyrelated pain, walking or balance issues, Parkinson’s dis-
ease, osteoporosis, strokes
and lymphedema.
strength without the need to
use weights.
Here are just a few benefits
of working in the water:
Buoyancy: Floating in the
water can be fun, but buoyancy can actually help supRelaxation: The temperaport the weight of a patient.
ture of the water can be con- Water lessens the stress
trolled to help relax muscles placed on joints, which
and blood vessels. This can
makes exercises less painful
lead to an increased blood
to perform.
flow in injured areas. For
patients with back pain or
Pressure: Water creates
acute pain, the water can be hydrostatic pressure, which
something to look forward
can decrease swelling and
to.
allow a patient to be better
aware of joint position. PaResistance: Have you ever tients can feel a better sense
performed an exercise in the of relative placement which
water? It can be pretty tough will also improve exercises.
thanks to the viscosity of
The hydrostatic pressure can
water. That resistance crealso assist in decreasing joint
ates increased muscle
and soft-tissue swelling.
Keep in mind that aquatic therapy is not for everyone. Individuals with some forms of cardiac
disease, fevers, incontinence,
open wounds or infections
should typically avoid aquatic
therapy. It is important to discuss your conditions with your
doctor before beginning any
aquatic therapy program.
If you are wondering if aquatic
therapy can help you, give us a
call and we will be happy to discuss your specific needs.
Meet Our Team!
From Left to right: Bo Williams (Therapist), Suzi Suarez (Marketing/Business Development), Barbara McCauley (Office Coordinator), Laura Lang (Therapist Assistant),
Richard Vicory (Therapist)
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Exclusive Interview: What does Dr. Vicory do when he is not a Physical Therapist?
Dr. Vicory took a few moments out of his busy schedule to talk to us about what he
enjoys doing when he is not a physical therapist. We learned that one of his favorite
sports is professional ice hockey. Enjoy reading the interview below!
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How long have you been interested in professional ice hockey?
Since I was about 14. My first experience was watching a Georgia Tech hockey
game when my brother was a student there. I had never even been to an ice rink
(Georgia is not a big hockey state). I watched the players move in and out handling a tiny black puck. The action and intensity was addicting. Later I would
watch the old Atlanta Hawks on TV whenever I could.
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What (or who) got you interested in the sport?
My brother was my first exposure. I later had an internship in Chicago and
went to a Blackhawks Sports Bar. Watching the game with hard core fans
brought the excitement of the game back.
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What is your favorite team (or teams) and why?
Tough question! My favorite team would have to be the Tampa Bay Lightning. I
have had the pleasure of meeting some of the players and alumni. The players
are always great and would always take time to chat with the fans. My second
favorite is our Orlando Solar Bears. I am a diehard season ticket holder and try
not to miss a game. Our boys from home are outstanding.
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What is it that you like best about the sport?
Dr. Vicory with Scott Tanski
of the Orlando Solar Bears
Speed and skill. Hockey is a very fast sport that requires significant skill. Imagine moving on two blades on ice using a stick to move a coaster down the ice. If
you can do that you are definitely doing well. Now add the big guy trying to get
the puck away and knock you down. That’s hockey!
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Do any of your family members (or friends) share your enthusiasm for
the sport?
My son Jack is a big fan. We share time together watching the games and even
spend time on the ice.
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What is the most memorable moment (or moments) that you have experienced in attending any of the games (or pre-game events)?
My most memorable moment was at a Tampa bay Lightning game. Marty St.
Louis was finishing an interview with Fox Sports. He stopped to sign some autographs and a couple of drunk guys pushed themselves to the front. Security
rushed him back and my son was very disappointed since he had been patiently
waiting. A gentleman from security walked up and asked what my son was going to have signed. I showed him the hockey puck and he asked if he could borrow it. I watched the security guy walk into a doorway and hand the puck to
Mr. St. Louis. He signed it and pointed at my son. I told my son to look and Mr.
St. Louis waved at him. The security guy brought the puck to my son and said
that Mr. St. Louis signed it for him. My son was very excited and had a huge
grin for the rest of the night.
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Dr. Vicory with the
Stanley cup
In your experience, have you seen a lot of hockey players develop injuries that would require physical therapy?
Absolutely! The level of contact and speed that occur in a hockey game is intense. Even with protective gear, injuries from puck strikes to checking can leave
a player injured. Injuries such as a traumatic brain injury, fractures, muscle
tears, ligament injuries, and spinal injuries happen and require intervention.
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April 2015 Newsletter
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