Many are familiar with the role that athletic trainers play on the field, attending to injuries. What some may not realize is the integral role they play in the operations of the sports programs at local schools. They work closely, building trust with the school athletic directors, local physicians, student athletes and their families for […]
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As part of National Athletic Training Month, we want to recognize a serious condition that affects thousands of athletes each year – concussions. According to a study published by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA), high school football players sustain greater head accelerations after impact during play than do college-level football players which can lead to
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After experiencing serious complications from back surgery that resulted in a decline in her strength and cognitive abilities, Jessie Hardesty became a resident at Lakeview Manor Nursing Home in order to receive skilled care. This is where her journey back home began… “I came close to dying…I came close to losing my mind. But
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In March, we recognize the team of experts who treat musculoskeletal and sports-related injuries as part of National Athletic Training Month . Our team of athletic trainers collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, coaches, student trainers, athletes, parents/guardians, administrative personnel and other health care professionals to ensure the best treatment and prevention measures are put
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Therapy Center is proud to partner once again with United Blood Services for a blood drive on March 10th. Every blood donation can save up to 3 lives! We welcome all individuals over the age of 16 to join us in the effort of saving lives. The blood drive location will be at Therapy Center
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After several brief hospitalizations, Edna Luck arrived to our partner facility, Lakeview Manor Nursing Home, experiencing extreme pain in her left leg due to shingles. The pain became so severe that she could not stand or walk on her own. In addition to losing physical strength, Edna’s cognitive function declined. She would need rehabilitation to
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The Story of Truffle & Samantha Article written by Samantha Stanley, Physical Therapist Assistant for Therapy Center in order to celebrate National Love Your Pet Day on February 20th. In March 2015, my family and I welcomed a new member to our home, a chocolate labradoodle pup that a year later would grow to be
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The entire basis of this month’s blog will be based on one simple phrase, and you will read it several times over the next few minutes. Every day is a good day. Read it again. Every day is a good day. I say that because if you are reading this right now you’re doing a
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“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others,” M. Ghandi In the spirit of giving back, Therapy Center launched a company-wide campaign called Looking Forward, Giving Back in January 2015. Because our therapy team has grown to extend throughout the state of Louisiana, this outreach has been focused on giving
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Pamela Fuller recently completed physical therapy treatments through our Carencro outpatient clinic. She was referred to Margaret Rozas, PT, by her primary care doctor after injuring her rotator cuff. “My patient experience with Therapy Center of Carencro was awesome! The staff was professional, caring and knowledgeable. The atmosphere was always happy!”, explains Ms. Fuller. After
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