Why Physical Therapy First?

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Are you or a family member dealing with pain and aren’t quite sure who you should go see? A physical therapist might not be the first person you think of, but hopefully, after reading this, it’ll help you understand how we can help.

What does a physical therapist do and how can they help with an injury?

A physical therapist can help you move better. Whether you are having trouble getting out of bed, picking up your kids, having difficulty reaching into the cupboards, or any other daily tasks that you’re having trouble doing, a PT can help. We spend one on one time with you to ensure that we tailor to your every need. We also come up with a comprehensive plan to help you get back to what YOU want to do, which is the whole point right? A physical therapist can help facilitate your recovery, with us giving you the tools to be successful. We want to empower you to be able to do things needed to keep you healthy for the long run.

Your physical therapist is focused on getting you back to the things you enjoy

If you choose PT first, you’ll feel better faster, and could potentially save money in the process! Who doesn’t love to save money? In most states, you can see a physical therapist first without needing to see anyone prior. Most people don’t know that, so we’re trying to make sure people understand they have a choice in where they want to go to get better.

I like to compare physical therapy to when something goes wrong with your car. If you need to invest in parts or work done to keep your car running properly, why wouldn’t you do the same thing with regards to your health?

There are many places you can go for an injury, hopefully, you know now that you can choose physical therapy first.

Article credits: GetPT1st by Russell Manalastas.

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Autism Speaks with CardioFlex Therapists

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CardioFlex Therapy outpatient clinic is happy to support Autism Speaks and their walk on September 29th at the BB&T Center in Sunrise. The Autism Speaks Walk is the world’s largest autism fundraising event dedicated to improving the lives of people with autism. Powered by the love of parents, grandparents, siblings, friends, relatives, and supporters, the funds raised help ensure people of all abilities have access to the tools needed to lead ‘their best lives’.

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a complex disorder of the brain that affects over three million Americans and one in 68 children born every year. The factors that contribute to the disorder are unknown and research is underway to find the cause. Physical therapists work with adults with ASD to promote success in daily life. They recommend community resources to increase movement opportunities, develop individualized exercise routines to promote body coordination and walking skills, work with each individual to help improve movement, function, and fitness so the individual can hold a job, function at home, and enjoy leisure activities.

Our strength as a community is powered by love and built on the commitment of individuals like you. Start a team, join a team or come on your own. Walk and fund raise together to enhance the lives of people living with autism.

September 29th.

BB&T Center
1 Panther Parkway
Sunrise, FL 33323

8AM – Registration
9AM – Opening Ceremonies
12PM Walk Event concludes

Event Contact:
Angelica F. Ramcharran

786-235-1165

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CardioFlex Therapy supports the Heart & Stroke Foundation

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Join CardioFlex Therapy and our physical therapists team for an unforgettable evening, as we come together to celebrate the lifesaving work of the American Heart Association, and work together to fight America’s  No. 1 and  No. 5 killers, heart diseases and stroke. The American Heart Association is the nation’s oldest, largest voluntary organization devoted to building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. CardioFlex sees first hand the consequences of these diseases and treats patients who are recovering from heart and/or stroke conditions, and always find a way to participate in our community events. Call us if you find yourself in need for a professional physical therapist, we are always available at our Outpatient Clinic in Davie, Florida, or call us at 954-693-9090.

By providing science-based treatment guidelines to healthcare professionals, the American Heart Association works to ensure the best treatment for every patient, every time. Some examples of the American Heart Association’s work are helping people in the community understand the importance of healthy lifestyle choices, providing CPR education training, and educating lawmakers, policy makers and the public to advocate for changes that will protect and improve the health of our communities.

Mandarin Oriental, Miami
500 Brickell Key Drive
Miami, Florida, 33131

Sat, 22 Sep 2018 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM

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CardioFlex Physical Therapists at Plane Pull event

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CardioFlex Therapy in Davie is always looking for ways of staying involved in our community. Our Physical Therapists invite you to participate and support the upcoming Special Olympics Florida Plane Pull: a giant tug-of-war, pitting teams of up to 15 members against a plane to see which team can pull the 50 ton United 737 aircraft 12 feet the fastest. Teams must raise a minimum of $1,500 to participate, that’s just $100 per person! Your efforts allow Special Olympics Florida to continue providing year-round training and athletic competitions at no cost to the 44,000 athletes statewide.

Register and create your fundraising page by starting or joining a team. Ask your friends, family, and colleagues to support you in your efforts! They can join your team or help by making a quick secure online donation. If you are starting a team, begin by recruiting up to 15 members to join you on event day and help pull the plane!

There’s nothing wrong with a little healthy competition,  so teams will compete for:

•  Fastest Pull
•  Slowest Pull
•  Most Team Spirit
•  Best Costume

The Foundation’s mission remains as vital today as it did when the movement was founded in 1968. Special Olympics Florida’s year-round programs in health, education, community building and sports address inactivity, injustice, intolerance and social isolation by encouraging and empowering people with intellectual disabilities. Special Olympics programs allow athletes to overcome these challenges and give them an opportunity to participate in their community, strengthen their abilities, and become champions! By “pulling” for athletes, you are helping reach and support more people who want to be a part of life changing programs.

Date: Saturday, September 29, 2018
Registration: 9:00 AM | Start: 10:00 AM
Address:
Palm Beach International Airport
1000 James L. Turnage Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33415

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Importance of Physical Therapy for Cerebral Palsy

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Physical therapy is often the first step in treating cerebral palsy. It can help improve motor skills and can prevent movement problems from getting worse over time. Physical therapy implements strength and flexibility exercises, heat treatment, massages and special equipment to give individuals with cerebral palsy more independence, as reported by the Cerebral Palsy Guide.

The extent to which physical therapy helps depends on the severity and type of each case of cerebral palsy. Individuals with milder cases of CP may only require some physical therapy to treat their condition. In more severe cases, it may be used alongside other treatments or medications. Beginning physical therapy as early as possible usually gives them the best chances at improvement.

Many individuals with CP live highly functional lives as adults. Many have careers and families. In adulthood, people with CP often focus on pain management, conserving energy, adaptive equipment, and environment modifications to promote independence at work and at home. Physical therapists can help with managing these concerns. Like many adults, individuals with CP have muscle and joint pain in adulthood. Physical therapists can prescribe an exercise routine that enables the individual to stay strong and minimize joint issues.

Physical therapists are skilled in all of these areas, and they partner with people with CP and their caregivers to address their individual goals for realistic, positive outcomes. There are many benefits of physical therapy, from improving mobility to preventing future issues such as contractures and joint dislocations by keeping the body strong and flexible. Many children and adults with CP increase their level of self-reliance through physical therapy.

The main goal of physical therapy is to make everyday movements easier for people with cerebral palsy.

Physical therapy can improve: Coordination, Balance, Strength, Flexibility, Endurance, Pain management, Posture, Gait, and overall health.

The types of exercises used vary and have specific benefits for each type of cerebral palsy. Some of the benefits by cerebral palsy type include:

1. Spastic – Physical therapy can reduce the muscle tension and jerky movements associated with spastic cerebral palsy. Exercises such as stretching can even relieve stiffness over time.
2. Athetoid – People with athetoid cerebral palsy use physical therapy to increase muscle tone and gain more control over their movements.
3. Ataxic – There are exercises that can improve balance problems faced by those with ataxic cerebral palsy.

Physical therapists also tailor treatment based on the location of movement issues. Movement issues in children with cerebral palsy can be limited to one half of the body (hemiplegia), the legs (diplegia) or in the torso and all four limbs (quadriplegia). Therapists prescribe special exercises and routines for hemiplegia, diplegia and quadriplegia that may help the child regain movement in the affected area over time.

Physical therapy can also treat a range of other issues experienced by children and adults with CP, including:

– Scoliosis – an abnormal curvature in the spine, common in up to 30 percent of children with cerebral palsy.
– Thoracic kyphosis – a contortion of the upper spine.
– Lumbar lordosis – a contortion of the lower spine.
– Pelvic inclination – a protrusion of the pelvis either in the front or rear.
– Pelvic rotation – a horizontal contortion of the pelvis.
– Pelvic obliquity – a contortion of the pelvis at angle.
– Knee deformity – abnormally straight or bent knees that may be caused by pelvic deformities.
– Shortened Achilles tendon – a shortened tendon that causes issues with walking and standing.
– Hand and wrist deformities – abnormal flexing in the hand and wrist that prevents development of fine motor skills.

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CardioFlex Physical Therapy Patient Reviews

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CardioFlex Therapy Patient Reviews is our second best reward, the BEST REWARD is seeing our patients recover after visiting our Davie facility. We are honored and proud to share with you some of the patient reviews we have received, and we thank you as well.

“I originally came in for therapy to relieve pain in my knee before surgery, and my experience at CardioFlex was so great that I decided to return for my post operation therapy.  I’m still currently going to therapy at their clinic in Cooper City.  The exercises are great, the care is amazing, and they make scheduling appointments convenient for me!”
-Minnette P.

“CardioFlex Therapy is the best Physical Therapy company that I’ve worked with. I was extremely dizzy; my primary doctor told me that I had Vertigo, caused by position changes and quick movements. He sent me over to CardioFlex and after 8 weeks of therapy, I was 100% back to the way I was before, with zero dizziness.  I was so impressed with their professionalism, their dedication, and most of all their results. I would strongly recommend CardioFlex Therapy to anyone in need of a physical therapist.”
-Leona W.

“I had really bad pain in the upper and middle part of my back recently and it would not go away. The pain was keeping me from running and working out for a few weeks. I decided to get a therapeutic massage and found CardioFlex. He did a deep sports massage and the pain completely went away. I was very surprised and impressed with his professionalism. I would strongly recommend CardioFlex Therapy and Terry to everyone. They are professional and knowledgeable and will help with your injury. If this happens again, I would go back without hesitation!”
-Maria A.

“CardioFlex Therapy helped me get rid of my elbow pain. The doctor diagnosed me with tennis elbow. I knew Terry because he’d been working with my mom, and helped her a lot too. Their clinic is very professional, and they actually work with you 1 on 1. I was surprised, because most of the therapy places I had gone to were nowhere near as personalized. In 4 weeks, I was pain-free! I would definitely recommend CardioFlex Therapy and Terry Abrams (my physical therapist) to anyone, if they want to get better fast!!”
-Benny P.

“I wanted to take a few minutes to thank Terry for all of the attention, follow up and excellent service that you have given me this past year.  My tennis elbow is now completely gone and my shoulder is about 95% recovered!  Also the treatments have been very helpful in alleviating my back, shoulder and neck pain that continues due to my work on computers.  But at least it helps for a bit. Also, the exercises that your staff has shown me to do at home have helped me as well.  Please thank the staff as well for all their help and thoughtfulness with me.  They are excellent! I am wishing you continued success in your new modern facility.  It is very impressive as well.”
-Eli M.

“I love this place. Terry, the owner, makes you feel very comfortable and at home. It’s hard to find so many caring people in one office, this is the complete package. I love the customer service. Since my first visit they remembered my name. They also made several custom workouts for me. I’m getting better already. I would definitely recommend this place.”
-Kethnie M.

“I started seeing the Physical Therapist team a couple of weeks ago and I am impressed with their professionalism and upbeat attitude.  They take the time to ensure I am reaching my goal of full recovery and have introduced me to Kinesiology Tape (I am now a big fan).”
-Bud E.

“The staff is super friendly.… But the best part is they helped me tremendously! I am a hairstylist and I have major pain in my back and shoulders. After a few weeks of therapy they helped me get back to working with no pain. They showed me exactly what I needed to continue exercising the precise muscles I needed to fix my issues. Great place. Very clean. And they’re always on time…… They worked around my schedule perfectly. 5 stars for sure from me.”
-Sommer W.

“The staff at Cardio Flex is very nice and know how to make you feel at ease. I am a local tennis pro and had a lot of nagging pains from constant standing, coaching, playing all day. I committed to 12 sessions and I’m happy I did that because Terry and his staff took care of me and helped me get over the small injuries and get me back to 100% and pain free.”
-Roman B.

Thank you from the CardioFlex Therapy Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants and Front Office!!

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