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Kaukauna 920-759-9075
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Family Ties That Bind

I was asked by my daughter recently why I like gracefully out of the dining
being a mother. There are many reasons why room. My grandmother
and it is hard to explain in just a few thoughts. then turned to me and
It is interwoven with who we are. Let me share kissed me on the cheek
with you the first time I knew what it meant to and with a flick of her wrist
be a mother. said, “Feel free to pass it
on.” I turned to my sister,
To do so, I must explain a little bit about my kissed her, she turned to
grandfather. He was born in New Orleans and my mother, kissed her, and
abandoned as a newborn upon the altar steps around the table it went
AMY DEHN of the St. Louis Cathedral. The parish priest full circle until it came back
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found him and took him down the street to the to my grandmother again
Therapy
Community Education St. Vincent’s orphanage where the Sisters of with giggles and laughter. It
Coordinator Charity took care of him. He was adopted for was then that I knew it took
the first time at age 3 and was abused. When more than just wanting a
the nuns found out they consulted the parish priest, who in turn child to be a true mother.
found him and returned him to the orphanage. He remained
there until age 7, at which time he was adopted a second time to a Families are dynamic, inter-
loving and caring family who raised him. changing, ever changing, Submitted photos: St. Vincent’s
Orphanage, New Orleans, Louisiana
evolving, complicated and
When I was about 10 we were celebrating Mother’s Day at my yet make up the cloth of who we are. Interwoven. Sometimes
grandparents’ house in Michigan. My grandfather was at one end the cloth is strained, has holes from losses, and is made up of all
of the table and my grandmother at the other. There were 10 of kinds of colors and textures of personalities. But the one true
us sitting in between. The cake was brought to the table and my thread is shared memories and the one true binding force is love.
grandmother noticed that my grandfather was looking a bit sad We wear it every day for our entire lives.
and downcast. She knew what he was thinking and above the
sound of everyone else, she said very softly… So this May, in honor of Mother’s Day, to all our mothers and
extended families of all variations — including birth mothers,
“Wesley, remember anyone can give birth to a child, but it takes a adoptive mothers, grandmothers, aunts, cousins, friends, and
true mother to raise it and cherish it. Give respect to the woman fathers, and other male role models who need to fill that void —
who carried you, gratitude to the woman who took care of you, to all those who love our children with a “true heart,” I plant a
and love to the woman who saved you.” He got up from his kiss of acknowledgment upon your cheeks.
chair, walked around to my grandmother, took her hand, kissed
her cheek, and said, “It was you who saved me.” He then walked Feel free to pass it on.

“Movement can replace many drugs,

but no drug can replace movement.”
—GetPT1st.com
 TOP FIVE tips for running outside
Now that the ice has melted we can begin to
safely hit the pavement again. Here are a few
things to keep in mind when resuming outdoor
running for the season.
process. If you have a history of
injuries, you may consider consulting
with your physical therapist before
investing in your next pair of shoes.

1. WARM UP AND COOL DOWN: Give your
body time to warm up by beginning your run
with some walking and lower intensity jogging
before increasing speed and intensity. This helps
MEAGAN prepare your muscles, tendons and joints for the
PEETERS-GEBLER, increased stress that comes with more vigorous
DPT, CSCS, CMTPT running. Take time to walk briefly at the end to
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help your heart rate return to normal. A good
Therapy – Appleton
Clinic general guideline is 5 minutes on both ends of
your run for adequate preparation and recovery.
2 time Ironman
Wisconsin finisher
2. START GRADUALLY: Proper training helps
USA Triathlon All avoid injuries. Try to progress your workout
American athlete duration by roughly 10 percent. Increasing your
Completed the mileage too fast and too soon accumulates too
Escape from Alcatraz much stress on your tissues and can set you up
triathlon for injury or overtraining conditions.
Completed over 15
half marathons and 3. INVEST IN GOOD SHOES: We are fortu-
30 triathlons over the nate to have running shoe stores in the area with
years trained experts to help you get started
in the footwear selection
4. LISTEN TO YOUR BODY: Yes,
running can feel difficult and yes, running
can cause discomfort in your body, but it
should not hurt. If you notice a pain that feels
localized, worsens as you run, or persists after
running, have it checked out by your physical
therapist. Often times a PT will be able to identify
areas that may benefit from stretching or strengthening and you
won’t even have to miss a mile. Rarely is toughing through pain
the right strategy. Remember that resting and addressing your
aches and pains will get you to the starting line of your big race
better than gritting your teeth just to finish.
5. STAY HYDRATED: Make sure that you are drinking water
throughout the day. Consider carrying water or running a route
with water stops when the temperatures are warmer. Never
restrict fluids just to avoid needing to make a potty break, or for
urine leakage. There are PTs that can help with this too!

I heard it through the

grapevine news
FREE Orthopedic & Spine Therapy Workshops/Classes Coming Near YOU!
Orthopedic & Spine Therapy is DATE TIME LOCATION TOPIC
offering free educational classes Thursday, May 2 8:30-10:30 a.m. Clintonville Rec Center PT on Duty
and workshops to the public Thursday, May 2 1:30-2:30 p.m. Clintonville Aster Assisted Living General Balance/Fall Prevention
to help facilitate healthier and
Tuesday, May 7 4:30-5:15 p.m. Ashland Clinic Prenatal Classes
more active members of our
Thursday, May 9 6-7 p.m. Waupaca Public Library Sleeping Hygiene and Habits
communities. Come and join
Monday, May 13 8:30-10:30 a.m. Appleton HOTV YMCA PT on Duty
us! We look forward to hearing
about your personal health care Monday, May 13 6-7 p.m. Shawano Public Library Summer Injury Prevention
concerns. Tuesday, May 14 4:30-5:15 p.m. Ashland Clinic Postnatal Classes
Tuesday, May 14 10-11 a.m. Kimberly Parks & Rec Staying Active and Exercise
ORTHOPEDIC & SPINE Tuesday, May 14 6-7 p.m. Menasha Public Library Summer Injury Prevention
THERAPY OF Thursday, May 16 3-4 p.m. Appleton Thompson Center Fit Over 50
NEW LONDON, SC Thursday, May 16 10-11 a.m. Bayfield Rec Center Pain Management
HAS MOVED! Tuesday, June 4 4:30-5:15 p.m. Ashland Clinic Prenatal Classes
OLD ADDRESS: Thursday, June 6 8:30-10:30 a.m. Clintonville Rec Center PT on Duty
1620 N. Shawano Street Thursday, June 6 1:30-2:30 p.m. Clintonville Aster Assisted Living Stretching & Strengthening
New London, WI 54961-9368 Tuesday, June 11 4:30-5:15 p.m. Ashland Clinic Postnatal Classes
Phone: 920-982-3670
Tuesday, June 11 10-11 a.m. Little Chute Park & Rec Summer Injury Prevention
NEW ADDRESS:
Tuesday, June 11 6-7 p.m. Menasha Public Library Happy Feet
315 Burton Rd, Suite 107
Thursday, June 13 6-7 p.m. Waupaca Public Library Pain Management
New London, WI 54961-9368
Phone: 920-982-3670 Thursday, June 13 9-10 a.m. De Pere Community Center Incontinence/Pelvic Health
 Spotlight on

HEALTH
Physical therapy and plastic surgery:
An unexpected and beautiful team
Physical therapy and surgery are both powerful tools used to “fix
what is broken” in our bodies. While some patients feel that their
health concerns should be addressed by one or the other, physical
therapists and plastic surgeons can work together to provide
maximal results. This is especially true for women and their
breast health.
Many busy women suffer from neck, shoulder and back strain
and pain. They take medications, have diagnostic tests and
frequently carve out time from their schedules for massages,
chiropractic care and physical therapy. While these treatments
give excellent relief in the short term, often symptoms return. A
silent culprit can be a condition many women live with from their
teen years on; large breasts, also called macromastia. The weight
of the breasts can pull on muscles and bones, affecting posture
and causing pain. Plastic surgeons can reshape, lift and reduce
the size of the breasts, taking that burden off of the muscles and
bones. Then proper exercise and physical therapy can result in
long-term satisfaction. Though scars are present, the breasts are
often more attractive as well as more comfortable.
While plastic surgeons
can help with treatment
of shoulder and back pain, physical therapists can aid in improving
results for breast cancer patients. A diagnosis of breast cancer
is overwhelming. When treatment calls for a mastectomy, many
women opt for breast reconstruction. We have come a long way in
restoring what was taken by cancer but uncontrolled scarring can
lead to painful and unattractive distortion of the reconstructed
breast. Physical therapy after reconstruction can help control scar
and improve the long term result. When facing all of the appoint-
ments needed for cancer care it is tempting to push physical therapy
off the list, but the investment of time and energy is worth the effort.
A more natural and beautiful breast is the payoff.
Many insurance companies cover these treatments to improve
health. Self-pay options are also available. Find the combination that
works for you. A team approach will give every chance for success.
AMY H. BREWSTER, M.D.
The Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery, Neenah
Board Certified by the American Board of
Plastic Surgery since 1998
Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Plastic Surgeon at The Center for
Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery since 2014

The
home stretch
The hip flexor, or psoas muscle (pronounced SO-as), lies along the front of the spine to the
side of the belly button and down toward the front of the hip. This muscle is tight on most
individuals due to our sitting posture that we are in the majority of our day.

TO STRETCH THE RIGHT-SIDE PSOAS:

1. Kneel on a towel or pillow. Place your right lower leg, ankle and foot slightly outside
of your knee. Your left hip and knee are bent to 90°. Your left hand can be placed on a
chair or against a wall for support.
2. Your right hand is placed on your buttocks. Tighten the buttocks muscle and tuck your
hips under. Draw your belly button in toward your spine. Keep your shoulders centered
over your hips and don’t arch your back.
3. Use your left leg to pull your pelvis forward, leading with the front of the right hip.
The stretch should be felt in the front of your right leg/thigh. Further stretch can be
obtained by maintaining this stretch position and side bending the trunk to the left.
4. Stretch for 30 seconds, two to three times. Switch sides and repeat with the other side.

See our blog at WWW.OSTPT.COM for further instructions and video.

 A PEEK INSIDE
1. A personal tribute to parents everywhere
2. Spotlight on plastic surgery, breast cancer and PT
3. Healthy workshops coming near you
4. Up close and personal with a homestretch advantage
5. Getting back outside and running with confidence

DID YOU KNOW?

You can get
physical therapy for...

Headaches
Your PT can help you:
• Determine the cause of your headaches: Muscle
tension, joint dysfunction in the neck and jaw,
stress or poor posture.
• Relieve tension and manage pain.
• Learn techniques to improve mobility, strength,
posture and daily work/office routines.

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