Health Essentials - Summer 2010 - Marymount - (Page 3)

Back in the game Marymount’s Rehab Services gets soccer player back on the field again By Meta McMillian Everett Palache reminded himself that every knee bend and bicycle ride meant that he was closer to overcoming his knee injury and closer to playing soccer again. It was this anticipation of returning to the field that helped Palache complete rigorous and rewarding rehabilitation therapy at Marymount Hospital last fall. Palache, 30, of South Euclid, began a nearly eightweek treatment plan in November 2009, after having undergone surgery to replace a torn ligament. He needed to rebuild muscle strength, stamina and agility. Palache praises his therapist Sally Gregg, DPT, for helping him complete his regimen. “My rehabilitation plan was excellent, and the atmosphere provided added energy to keep me motivated,” says Palache. He is a soccer coach for boys through the Cleveland United Soccer Club. He also plays midfield for 1776, a local amateur soccer team. “Everett was very well motivated,” concurs Manny Economos, Marymount’s coordinator of outpatient rehabilitation. “He progressed nicely throughout his therapy.” after undergoing surgery and rehabilitation at Marymount Hospital for a torn ligament, Everett Palache has returned to soccer. Help is Here A range of comprehensive, leading-edge rehabilitation services is offered through the Marymount Rehabilitation Services Department, and at the hospital and its Garfield Heights and Broadview Heights locations. These services include: Physical therapy Occupational therapy Sports medicine Aquatic therapy Work rehab (CARF accredited) Therapists consult with the primary care physician about the diagnosis of each patient to develop a personalized treatment plan. The patient is assessed to determine current abilities, range of motion and level of pain. The goal is to get each patient to the highest level of functioning as quickly and safely as possible, by eliminating deficiencies caused by an injury or musculoskeletal problem. MaRYMoUnt.oRg A schedule of therapeutic exercises is designed for each patient, using the most advanced equipment and aggressive and creative approaches to rehabilitation. In addition to rehabilitation, wellness programs are provided through the department to promote overall physical fitness: Kids Fit for children, Sports Fit for athletes and Get Fit for personal training. Also, therapeutic services are available to help patients who have undergone joint replacement get the best results possible after surgery. (call) aRE YoU Sitting on tHE SidElinES of lifE? get back in your game! to speak with a rehab specialist at Marymount Hospital, call 216.518.3600. HEaltH ESSEntialS 3 http://www.MARYMOUNT.ORG

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Health Essentials - Summer 2010 - Marymount

Health Essentials - Summer 2010 - Marymount
Contents
A Message from the President of Marymount Hospital
Stop the Pain and Get Back into the Game of Life with Rehab Services
Serving Up Health
Questions on Blood Pressure Tests? Get the Answers from Our Physician
Special Delivery: Marymount’s Birth Place Offers Comfort and Care
Don’t Miss Our Upcoming Health Care Events

Health Essentials - Summer 2010 - Marymount