Treating The Patient and Not Just The Picture
Excel Physical Therapy
by Excel Physical Therapy
2y ago
“I have my X-ray and MRI results; do you want to see them?” This is a common question therapists receive during a patient’s first visit at their initial evaluation. Many patients are fearful of the results in an MRI report, such as a tear, herniation, degenerative disc disease, bulging, effusion, and edema, to name a few. Should this make patients nervous? Does this tell the whole story? What role does an MRI or X-ray play in a patient’s symptoms and treatment? Imaging results are a slice of the pie in the grand picture of what a patient is feeling. It is a snapshot in ..read more
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The Benefits of Physical Therapy for Osteoporosis and Fall Prevention
Excel Physical Therapy
by Excel Physical Therapy
2y ago
Risk Factors for Falls An estimated one-third of adults age 65 and over fall every year. While some falls do not result in injury, a fall that does result in injury can lead to loss of independence and limiting of daily activities due to heightened fear of falling. This ultimately initiates an overall lower quality of life. Risk factors for falls include muscle weakness, problems with balance and gait, and a previous history of falls. Falling once unfortunately increases your risk of falling again. A person with osteoporosis, a condition that weakens bones, has an increased risk of falling an ..read more
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Patient Success Story – Springfield
Excel Physical Therapy
by Excel Physical Therapy
2y ago
“I am 52 years old and crashed on my bicycle last Thanksgiving, which required surgery to repair my shoulder, rotator cuff, and bicep tendon. I began my physical therapy with Melissa Tighe at Excel in February and finished this summer. I was extremely happy with the program, my recovery, and the personal care I received throughout the process. I would personally recommend Melissa Tighe to anyone in need of physical therapy. Melissa not only ran me through the standard exercises but also taught me how to do them properly so I could learn how to target the correct muscles. She listened to my goa ..read more
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Patient Success Story – West Chester
Excel Physical Therapy
by Excel Physical Therapy
2y ago
A note from a recent patient expressing his sincere thanks to his physical therapist, Sarah. “Regarding my experience with Excel Physical Therapy – West Chester and my therapist Sarah Pichini, PT, DPT I am a board-certified physician in 4 subspecialties and have been actively practicing medicine for the past fifty years. I only mention this so that you realize I am knowledgeable when it comes to health care. My care at Excel Physical Therapy under the guidance of Sarah Pichini was excellent. Sarah is not only highly educated in this field but has a warm and outgoing personality that puts her ..read more
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Concussion & Post-Concussion Syndrome
Excel Physical Therapy
by Excel Physical Therapy
2y ago
What is a concussion? A concussion, also known as mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), is a common injury that may cause impairments in brain function.¹ Now often described as a public health crisis due to its increasing occurrence, concussion most often occurs as a result of a blow to the head that causes a rapid, jarring brain movement within the skull. Forces from injuries to the head (such as those suffered in sports or in falls) can “slosh” the brain back and forth, which causes the brain to be pulled and stretched in a way that leads to widespread injury and results in various debilitatin ..read more
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Patient Success Story – Northeast Philadelphia
Excel Physical Therapy
by Excel Physical Therapy
2y ago
“It is hard to put into words how impressed I have been with both my PT Anthony and Excel PT. When I first started, I could barely raise my arm and had difficulty with basic tasks. I had previously received PT at a different company and was very disappointed with the therapy plan. I am so fortunate I found Excel. The difference is amazing. It starts with the model of care – individualized, hands-on therapy with every person. Anthony is an exceptional therapist. I felt he always tailored each session to the pace I was exercising at the appropriate level. Even when Anthony had a second patient h ..read more
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Keeping Up With PT on Vacation
Excel Physical Therapy
by Excel Physical Therapy
2y ago
Summer is a time for vacations! A break from our busy schedules and endless tasks to kick back and relax. Taking a vacation during physical therapy treatment, especially this time of year, is not uncommon. Missing several sessions during your plan of care can run the risk of losing some of your hard-earned progress. We encourage all of our patients to talk to their physical therapist and plan ways to stay active throughout their trip. Here are a few general things you can do to maintain your progress. Talk to your PT about a Home Exercise Program (HEP). Schedule your exercises at the same tim ..read more
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Pelvic Health Success Story
Excel Physical Therapy
by Excel Physical Therapy
2y ago
“I have been dealing with pelvic floor problems for over 8 years before my new doctor recommended pelvic floor physical therapy. At this point, I was willing to try anything. She told me that this would not be something I could fix overnight and to not be discouraged if I did not see results right away. My doctor recommended Excel Physical Therapy and was able to easily schedule an appointment for later in the week. I was apprehensive at my first appointment due to the sensitive nature of my problems. My therapist, Dana van der Kieft, put me at ease from the beginning. She thoroughly explains ..read more
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Decrease Neck Pain and Improve Your Quality of Life
Excel Physical Therapy
by Excel Physical Therapy
2y ago
Your Neck and You Have you been experiencing neck pain, headaches, dizziness, or stiffness? Are you using a computer or mobile device more frequently than normal? You aren’t alone. According to a literature review performed by Dr. Bart Green, approximately 67-80% of people will have neck pain at some point in their lives 1.  We’ve also seen that adolescents, who frequently spend more and more time in front of a screen are not immune to this either. Paula Hakala and associates found through research that 2-3 hours of screen time a day is enough to be a threshold for neck and shoulder pain ..read more
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Don’t Delay Treatment For Your Back Pain
Excel Physical Therapy
by Excel Physical Therapy
3y ago
Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide¹. Annual healthcare system costs in the US alone are in the billions for the treatment of back pain². Recent research shows an increasing prevalence of back pain in men and the elderly population, resulting in time away from work, hobbies, family occasions, and more¹. While acute back pain (first 4-6 weeks after injury/onset) can be resolved in the majority of cases, individuals often delay seeking treatment, which can lead to both chronic pain and injury recurrence where symptoms often feel worse.3,4 The Benefits of Starting Physical Ther ..read more
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