Aquacare/Fitness Forum Physical Therapy

Aquacare’s Athlete of the Week: Jessie Etling

Jessie Etling of Salisbury was a past patient from the summer for ankle pain and recently did two sessions of cash-based PT with Katie Oakley of Aquacare Salisbury – Milford Street during winter break before she went back to Wright State University in Ohio for her spring semester.

Jessie is currently pursuing a BFA in Dance. She recently performed in Dayton Ballet’s production of the Nutcracker.

From Jessie: “The dance medicine program has helped me to gain more awareness of my body and alignment, and has significantly improved my pain management since starting the program.”

Learn more and schedule a visit with our athletics team: www.aquacarephysicaltherapy.com/specialty/aquacare-athletics.

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Aquacare’s Athlete of the Week: Gabi Konlian, Competitive Dancer

Gabi says, “I have been dancing for 14 years, and I started competing at the age of nine. As a competitive dancer, I attend regional competitions, conventions, and competed a solo at nationals last summer. In preparation for college, I have been attending numerous dance clinics at various universities such as Tribe 99, University of Miami, Wake Forest, and Ohio State. My goal is to dance on a D1 collegiate dance team that competes as well as does sideline performances. Dance medicine has been a transformative factor in my dancing. Not only has my strength, stability, and stamina improved, but I also love that I am able to focus on specific skills. My PT will break down each skill, whether it’s a 540 jump or a leg hold turn, and figure out exactly what is needed to improve. I have been in the dance medicine program for almost a year and I couldn’t be happier with how far I’ve come!”

Learn more and schedule a visit with our athletics team: www.aquacarephysicaltherapy.com/specialty/aquacare-athletics.

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Aquacare’s Athlete of the Week!

Isaiah “Zay” Jones, a senior at Sussex Tech, has returned to the football field after recovering from a painful back injury. Jones, who also competes in track and field, suffered a compression fracture in his back last spring.

“If I stood for too long, my back would hurt,” Jones said, describing the injury that sidelined him for several months.

To aid his recovery, Jones turned to Aquacare Athletics, a new program offered by Aquacare Physical Therapy at its Delaware and Maryland locations. Connor Drislane, a physical therapist at Aquacare, worked with Jones on his rehabilitation.

Learn more and schedule a visit with our athletics team: www.aquacarephysicaltherapy.com/specialty/aquacare-athletics.

 

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Aquacare’s Athlete of the Week!

Aquacare’s sports medicine and athletics teams are celebrating athletes of all ages! Each week, we will highlight one of the athletes we work with.

Noah Blankensop works with Aquacare in Salisbury to recover from past injuries, improve his mobility, and increase strength to continue playing soccer. He is a striker and winger on two soccer teams in the area – Baltimore Armour and Bennett High School. He credits Aquacare with his strong return to the game.

Learn more and schedule a visit with our athletics team: www.aquacarephysicaltherapy.com/specialty/aquacare-athletics.

 

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Upcoming Events!

We host many events throughout the year, including FREE Pickleball Clinics, educational seminars, and meet and greets. We also attend many health fairs and gatherings!

Find all of our Upcoming Events here.

In-Home Physical Therapy: Convenient, Effective, and Fun!

Tammy Warner of Milton has had a rollercoaster of health issues over the past several years. She was thrilled to learn she could receive physical therapy at home to avoid the pain of trying to drive or ride in a car. And, she learned physical therapy can be fun!

“They found a large aneurysm and I was one of only 42 people at the time to have a total endovascular arch repair with de-branching.”

Warner decided to have this procedure because it is less invasive than open-heart surgery.

“Again, I was not eligible for cardiac rehab, so I just came home,” she said. “I developed such a bad cough that my throat became swollen, and my back was so sore that I couldn’t sit in a chair or travel in a car.”

Then Warner learned about Aquacare PT PLUS, which provides physical therapy services in the home, workplace, fitness center, or community pool.

“I learned that Sharon, one of my neighbors, provided this service and I was thrilled to say the least,” Warner said.

Sharon Baxley, PTA, has over 30 years of PTA experience. She is a certified kinesiotaping practitioner, a certified health and wellness coach, and has experience working with a variety of orthopedic and women’s health conditions.

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Lymphedema and Pelvic Health Services in Annapolis!

Fitness Forum in Annapolis has expanded its services to include Pelvic Floor Therapy and Lymphedema Management.

Both men and women can experience issues related to their pelvic floor. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles located at the base of the pelvis that support and hold organs like the bladder, uterus (in females), and rectum in place, essentially acting as a “hammock” to help control bladder and bowel function, as well as playing a role in sexual function; it stretches from the pubic bone in the front to the tailbone at the back, and can be strengthened through exercises to prevent incontinence or other issues related to weakened pelvic floor muscles.

Lymphedema is chronic swelling due to excess fluid buildup in the lymphatic system. This can be hereditary, but it can also occur following surgery, cancer treatment, radiation, injury, or age.

All is not lost. We can help you manage and reduce the swelling, so you can enjoy your life and succeed in your daily activities.

Lymphedema Resources.

Geeta Nath, occupational therapist, is a skilled lymphedema therapist with years of experience. She is also certified as a pelvic floor therapist.

She earned her master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from the Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences in Boston. She earned her bachelor’s in occupational therapy from the Seth G.S. Medical College, K.E.M Hospital in Mumbai, India. Geeta completed her Lymphedema Certification at the Klose Training Institute in 2016.

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