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February 2013 E-Newsletter
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Physical Fitness Exams :: Now Available at Sherwood Physical Therapy
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We are pleased to annouce that Therapeutic Associates Sherwood Physical Therapy now offers Physical Fitness Exams!
The Physical Fitness Exam is conducted by a Physical Therapist who measures your musculoskeletal and cardiovascular metrics to determine your specific risk factors. You receive a custom fitness plan designed to help you achieve functional goals, overcome road blocks and live an active and healthy lifestyle. The Physical Fitness Exam can be provided as part of your physical therapy care. Your Physical Therapist can help determine when this testing is appropriate for you in relation to your individual goals and health risks.
Your physical therapist can help determine which of these exercises are best for you and customize a treatment program based on your diagnosis, your level of pain, and your current and desired hip function. Even if you do not have any pathology or pain, you may want to incorporate these 5 exercises in your general fitness or strength program.
The 5 Best Hip Strengthening Exercises:
EXERCISE 1
EXERCISE 2
EXERCISE 3
EXERCISE 4
EXERCISE 5
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Meet Our New Clinic Co-Director!
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We are pleased to announce that Laura Evans PT, DPT, OCS has accepted the leadership and treatment role as a new Co-Director for Sherwood Physical Therapy!
Laura has years of experience as a Physical Therapist at our Hillsboro clinic that she will bring to the community. Laura will be joining our team with current Clinic Director Chris Hoekstra PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT and Physical Therapist Brent McLeod PT, DPT to provide the highest quality physical therapy programs and services in the area.
About Laura Evans PT, DPT, OCS:
aura Evans PT, DPT, OCS is a life-long resident of the Hillsboro/Beaverton area. She began her physical therapy education by receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Oregon State University in June 2004. She then received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Pacific University in May 2008. She is a graduate of the TAI Orthopedic Clinical Residency program, is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and is pursuing advanced manual therapy certification from the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy. Laura enjoys working with patients of all ages and diagnoses, with a special interest in treating the spine and reducing disease risk factors through increased physical activity.
In her free time she enjoys spending time with her young son, running, cake decorating/baking, and doing projects with her husband on their home.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD OUR FLYER FOR MORE INFO (PDF) >
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