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IPT Nominated for Small Business of the Year

  July 2010                                                                                

Client Success Story...

IPT prides itself on providing the best services for our patients and employers, which is why we want to share the following information about our Physical Capacity Profile® Testing system:

Not long ago, an area employer had a claim on an injured employee that had previously taken the Physical Capacity Profile® Test. 

At the end of treatment for a wrist injury, the physician gave the employee a 17% permanent partial impairment rating.  This doctor also reviewed the previous Physical Capacity test again to make sure that the entire 17% impairment was due to his wrist injury.  After closer examination, the doctor found that, based on his previous PCP test results, the injured worker already had a 10% pre-existing impairment. 

The result:  Only a 7% final impairment rating in the wrist!

What this means is that a potential 17% impairment could have cost the company $13,429.27!  By using the Physical Capacity Profile® Test information, it only cost the company $5,529.70!  That is a savings of $7,899.57.

IPT is thrilled to be able to share these kind of success stories to the public.  We look forward to more cost savings, fewer injuries and fewer occurrences of work comp claims!

 Therapist Spotlight:

   May's spotlight focuses on physical therapist Whitney Hussey.  Whitney is a lifelong member of southwest Missouri and a graduate of Carthage High School.  She completed her education at the University of Missouri - Columbia, where she earned a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy.
    As the resident p.t. in our Webb City office, Whitney not only treats patients, but she is a certified administrator of our Physical Capacity Profile® Testing system.  Her credentials include membership in the American Physical Therapy Association, as well as extended certification in clinical wound care, manual therapy of the spine, segmental spinal stabilization and vestibular rehabilitation.
    When not working Whitney stays involved in chamber of commerce activities, as well Soroptimist International.  She and her husband, Shawn reside in Carthage.

 


Improve Balance & Prevent Falls

   Falls among the elderly are prevalent, dangerous, and can diminish their ability to lead an active and independent life. According to the National Aging Council, about one in three seniors above age 65, and nearly one in two seniors over age 80, will fall at least once this year, many times with disastrous consequences. A physical therapist can help you prevent falls by designing an individualized program of exercises and activities with an emphasis on strength, flexibility, and proper gait.

Balance may be improved with exercises that strengthen the ankle, knee, and hip muscles and with exercises that improve the function of the vestibular (balance) system.

Once a physical therapist has reviewed a complete medical history and conducted a thorough examination, he or she will develop a personalized plan of care. This may include a walking regimen with balance components such as changes in surfaces/terrains, distance, and elevations; Tai Chi (which emphasizes balance, weight shifting, coordination, and postural training); and aquatics classes geared toward balance and coordination. The physical therapist also may teach specific strengthening and balance exercises that can be performed at home. If necessary, the physical therapist will refer you to other medical professionals, such as an ophthalmologist or neurologist.

           

  
Quality Assurance

   Many of our clients have been getting phone calls from either our Webb City or Joplin IPT offices lately.  With our new office in Joplin, new clients and additional services that many of you have added recently, we are trying to ensure that we have the most up to date information for everyone we are doing business with.

   We appreciate your help and feedback as we gather and check data. 

   As the year goes on, if you have any changes in your information, please feel free to contact us as the Joplin IPT office at 417-781-0082, or the Webb City IPT office at 417-673-0600. 

   We strive to continually bring you the best information, products and services.  If you ever have a question or comment, please don't hesitate to pick up the phone and call us!

Summer Safety Tips...
It's that time of the year again: Fun in the sun, water and the great outdoors!  This month's tip: Playing it Safe at Amusement Parks! 

An inexpensive and short-term alternative to a regular vacation, amusement parks are great for a quick getaway and cooling off in the summer sun.  Adults and children alike can enjoy themselves by following just a few simple precautions.

Amusement Park Safety:
   Make sure that rides are age and size appropriate.  The reason that parks have minimum height requirements for rides is to ensure that no one gets hurt on them.  In other words, putting a child that is too short on a roller coaster may cause them to have back or neck problems because the restraints do not fit them in the right places.  These kind of incidents can possibly cause permanent damage, so make sure that you follow the rules.

   Always use the buddy system.  Unfortunately, places that attract children also attract the kind of people we don't want around our kids.  Report any suspicious behavior by others to a security guard.  Keep an eye out for people lurking around specific areas that don't seem to be traveling with any children of their own.  Watch out for people that try and offer gifts or food to your child that don't work at the park.  Most importantly - even though it sounds basic - remind your kids not to talk to strangers!  Now, more than ever, it seems like children are being taken right under our noses - don't give anyone a reason to target your child.

   Prepare yourself for a long day at the park.  It may sound silly, but doing a few stretches before hitting the pavement and the rides is a great idea.  Your body is probably not used to the amount of banging around, spinning and walking it endures on a typical day at the amusement park.  Many chiropractors say they see a large number of patients after they have ridden roller coasters or gone to amusement parks.  A few neck, back and leg stretches will definitely make a difference.

   Last, but not least, wear sunscreen!  Protecting yourself from the sun may seem like an afterthought, but it is very important.  A sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or above is a good idea, but young children may need a higher level, depending on the amount of exposure they have.  Play it safe and overprotect your skin.

With these tips in mind, go out and enjoy your summer safely. 

      

 Contact Us:  Industrial Physical Therapy, Inc.

Nevada     417-667-6673  *  Fax 417-667-7733
Webb City     417-673-0600  *  Fax 417-673-0601
Joplin        417-781-0082 * Fax 417-781-2893

www.industrialpt.com

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