Stay Healthy South Sound Jennifer Penrose

Dr. Penrose interviews JV, PTA, at Penrose PT who has experience with boxing and is teaching our small group training boxing classes. Boxing works on agility, balance, coordination, strength and cardio. Boxing has been very helpful for fighting back against Parkinson's and is one of the best things seniors can do to fight back against aging. Listen in to how this helps, what is involved, and how to sign up.

If you think you are stuck living with your pain then this episode is for you. Bill, who is nearly 80, talks about how he had lost hope and really didn't think physical therapy could help. He had tried it before and thought it was a waste of time. However, the Penrose team had a different approach and he found sure enough we could help. He talks about his journey with his knee, his shoulder, and now his back. He reports how his hope has been restored and that he has improved quality of life and less pain - even at the near age of 80.

Dr. Penrose interviews class instructor expert Nicole about the benefits of Pilates and what class participants are reporting. Pilates is a great way to keep your spine healthy, improve your overall strength, posture & balance. It is the number one exercise spine specialists recommend. You can attend your first one for free! www.penrosept.com

Dr. Penrose discusses the notion of "I thought it would just get better" and when you really need to pay attention to your pain. Penrose Physical Therapy is the #1 Physical Therapy Clinic in the South Sound and we help people stay mobile and active. If you are struggling to live as mobile as you would like then let us help you. If something has been hurting for 2 weeks or longer it is time for professional help and quite trying the DIY Dr. Google and YouTube University method. Yes we all do it but our bodies are complex and the experts often has simple easy tips that help right away. www.penrosept.com has lots of free tips you can use. Happy to help.

Dr. Penrose interviews an 83 year old patient, Beth Davis, about a fall that caused a fracture in her knee requiring surgery and her journey from a leg brace, a walker, to a cane and now back to participating in her water aerobics classes again and most importantly able to care for her spouse.  We discuss how falls can take out your independence and mobility as well as what things you should be looking for that make you at risk for a fall.  Can you stand on one leg for at LEAST 10 seconds?  Can you stand on foam feet together with eyes closed?  These are important things to minimize a fall.  If you need your balance screened to see if you are at risk for falls call us for a free balance screen 360-456-1444.  Penrose Physical Therapy is located in Lacey, WA.

Dr. Penrose discusses the common causes of neck pain, tension headaches, and TMJ dysfunction.  Dr. Penrose gives tips to help with each and how physical therapy can play a big role in helping you manage these conditions so you can live a more active and pain-free life.