Benefits of Regular Physical Activity in Older Adults

Benefits of Regular Physical Activity in Older Adults

The benefits of regular physical activity in older adults are extensive. Regular physical activity reduces risk of cardiovascular disease, thromboembolic stroke, hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, osteoporosis, obesity, colon cancer, breast cancer, anxiety, and depression. Of particular importance to older adults, there is substantial evidence that physical activity reduces risk of falls and injuries from falls, prevents or mitigates functional limitations, and is effective therapy for many chronic diseases. Clinical practice guidelines identify a substantial therapeutic role for physical activity in coronary heart disease, hypertension, peripheral vascular disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity, elevated cholesterol, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, claudication, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Clinical practice guidelines identify a role for physical activity in the management of depression and anxiety disorders, dementia, pain, congestive heart failure, syncope, and stroke, prophylaxis of venous thromboembolism, back pain, and constipation. There is some evidence that physical activity prevents or delays cognitive impairment and disability, and improves sleep.

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Helping Hands

I came to THERAPY1ONE with numbness and tingling in my left hand. With the help of Jim, Richard, and third the physical therapy worked and has helped me. I no longer have numbness or tingling in my fingers. Jim, Richard, and Third are Physical Therapists who care about their patients. Outstanding customer care!

James J.       Panama City, FL

Meet our Physical Therapist-Susie

Susie Garcia, P.T.

I currently work at our facility located on Jenks Avenue as a physical therapist, and have had the pleasure of being a part of the treating staff at Therapy One since June 2010. Prior to moving to Panama City Beach, I lived in Miami Florida where I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in 2004 from Florida International University and went on to receive my Masters degree in Physical Therapy three years later.

Most of my professional experience involves working with Orthopedic and Geriatric patients in various settings, but I love any opportunity to expand my expertise treating Neurological patients as well. I grew up knowing I would choose a career path that would help people, but it was not until sustaining a knee injury during a high school soccer game that I realized how physical therapists can positively affect society‘s physical health. Every day I strive to provide the best care and up to date knowledge to our patients in order to speed their recovery, encourage better lifestyle choices, and return them to their prior level of function. My hope is that past, current, and future patients continue to improve their overall quality of life after their rehabilitation experience is over.

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Meet our therapist-James Cutchin

James A. Cutchin, P.T.A.

I’ve been doing physical therapy here at THERAPY1ONE ever since graduating the program at Gulf Coast Community College in May of 2010. I chose physical therapy as a profession so I can assist others in maintaining and improving their quality of life. I am from Florida, but have been all over the world in different endeavors in my life. I proudly served our country for four years in the United States Air Force. I am married to my lovely wife Robin of 13 years and have two wonderful children Max and McKenna. I encourage others to stay fit, take their vitamins, say their prayers, and enjoy life. I look forward to working with patients and helping them reach their maximum potential.

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In our survey our followers said their back is what they suffer with most so here are some exercises to help you

AROM lumbar bridging bil

·         Lie on back with knees bent.

·         Lift buttocks off floor.

·         Return to start position.

Special Instructions:

Maintain neutral spine.

Perform 3 sets of 20 Repetitions, once a day

Perform 1 repetition every 4 seconds.

Rest 1 Minute between sets.

Stretch lumbar ext prone on elbows

·         Lie face down

·         Push up into elbows.

·         Hold position & repeat

Perform 1 set of 4 Repetitions, twice a day.

Hold exercise for 15 Seconds

Rest 30 Seconds between sets.

AROM lumbar rotn supine

·         Lie on back with knees bent, feet flat on floor as shown.

·         Keeping knees together, move knees to the left as far as is comfortable.

·         Next, move knees to the right as far as comfortable.

·         Return to start position.

Special Instructions:

Keep your shoulders flat against the floor.

Perform 3 sets of 20 Repetitions, Once a day.

Perform 1 repetition every 4 seconds.

Rest 1 Minute between sets.

Stretch hamstrings supine active

·         Lie on back holding knee from behind, pulled toward chest, as shown.

·         Gently straighten leg.

·         Repeat with the other leg.

Perform 1 set of 4 Repetitions, twice a day.

Hold exercise for 15 Seconds.

Rest 30 seconds between sets.

This information is not intended to diagnose or treat any specific condition.  It is for general information only.  Check with your physical therapist or medical doctor before beginning any exercise program.





James Cutchin, P.T.A.

Meet our Therapist-Laura

Laura M. Smith, P.T.A.

I grew up in Michigan where I attended my first year of college at Washinaw Community College.  In 1992, I moved to Panama City where I met my wonderful husband, we now have two beautiful little girls.

 I graduated in 2001 with an AA in General Studies and an AS in Physical Therapy Assistant from Gulf Coast Community College. For three years I worked at an impatient hospital, helping patients recover from their injuries.  I have had the pleasure working with THERAPY1ONE for the last eight years.

Commitment to good health and physical well being has been important to me my entire life.  I grew up watching my mother deal with the side effects from childhood polio. I have always known I wanted to work with people, to help them overcome their injuries.  I am here to support, to teach and to guide you through your recovery.  I look forward to the future, helping bring the importance of exercising to every person I help.

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Meet our therapist-Laura

Laura M. Smith, P.T.A.

I grew up in Michigan where I attended my first year of college at Washinaw Community College.  In 1992, I moved to Panama City where I met my wonderful husband, we now have two beautiful little girls.

 I graduated in 2001 with an AA in General Studies and an AS in Physical Therapy Assistant from Gulf Coast Community College. For three years I worked at an impatient hospital, helping patients recover from their injuries.  I have had the pleasure working with THERAPY1ONE for the last eight years.

Commitment to good health and physical well being has been important to me my entire life.  I grew up watching my mother deal with the side effects from childhood polio. I have always known I wanted to work with people, to help them overcome their injuries.  I am here to support, to teach and to guide you through your recovery.  I look forward to the future, helping bring the importance of exercising to every person I help.

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100 Followers for Fitness

THERAPY1ONE would like to get your friends as followers of our facebook page. We want followers to be able to access information about physical therapy from facebook. We are trying to build our friends to 100 as quickly as possible.

In order to speed up this process and show one very lucky person what a wonderful facility we have, we will be placing each new follower of our facebook page in a drawing for a fitness basket. The basket will be given away as soon as we reach 100 followers and will be announced on our facebook page.

This package will include the following:

·        1 Month Free Fitness-This membership includes one of our physical therapy staff members  showing you how to safely and properly use the fitness equipment in our facility and setting you up on a fitness program designed just for you (optional on the program). *Before you can start the fitness center you will have to fill out a medical release form.

·        2-T-shirts

·        Pens and pencil

·        Gym Bag

·        Jump Rope

·        Water and Squeeze Bottle

·        Bio-Freeze

·        Magnet

·        Hand Sanitizer

·        Post it pads

·        Calculator

Estimated value          $115.00

Pain in the Neck!

Neck Pain

Conditions we have successfully treated:

·         Whiplash

·         Acute Pain

·         Sprains/Strains

·         Chronic Neck Pain

·         Arthritis (Spondylosis)

·         Post Surgical Fusion

·         Degenerative Disc Disease

·         Pinched Nerve (Radiculopathy

What are my treatment options?

·         Drugs

·         Epidural Injections

·         Surgery

·         Physical Therapy

Your Recovery Process:

·         Pain relief is priority number one

·         Recovery of any lost neck motion

·         Neck stabilization techniques

·         Recovery of functional movement

·         Independent care

Components of your care:

·         A through biomechanical Evaluation

·         Extensive patient education

·         A  customized treatment plan

·         Gentle hands-on techniques to relax the muscles

·         Effective joint mobilization techniques to decrease stiffness

·         Pain relieving modalities such as heat, ice, ultrasound, electrical stimulation or HIVAmat

·         Dynamic or static neck traction

·         Targeted stretching for tight muscles

·         Individualized posture retraining

·         Core neck stabilization techniques

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Meet our therapist-Whitney

Whitney A. Warren, P.T.A.

Hello everyone.  My name is Whitney and I am one of the PTA’s at THERAPY1ONE Rehab.  I graduated from Chipola College in 2002 with an AA in Health Science.  In 2005, I graduated top of my class from Gulf Coast Community College with an AS in Physical Therapy Asst. I have had the pleasure of working with this company for the past FOUR years and I really enjoy what I do.  I am a Florida native with good country values.  I am in the business to aid people to help themselves get better after an injury has them down and out.  I have expansive knowledge in Out-Patient Orthopedics, Geriatrics, and Adolescent/Pediatrics.  I have experience with all orthopedic injuries affecting the upper and lower extremities including the following;  all joint replacements, cervical and lumbar injuries, sports related injuries, as well as child related orthopedic injuries.  I currently work at both the in-town clinic and at our beach location to better serve our patients.  I look forward to helping everyone and anyone who needs my services at our Jenks or Panama City Beach Parkway location.  Come on in and let me see what I can do for you!

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