Giving Back Opportunity – St. Jude Toy Drive In celebration of 15 years as partner in rehabilitation, Therapy Center plans to host several giving back events in the communities we serve. Our current project is a toy drive for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The toy drive started on May 1st and will end on June […]
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In recognition of National Stroke Awareness Month, Therapy Center would like to share important details and information regarding prevention and surviving strokes. Did You Know? According to the American Stroke Association, it is predicted that 55,000 more women than men will suffer a stroke this year! Statistics provided by the association regarding stroke include: Stroke
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As a part of Therapy Center’s company-wide safety efforts, all of our facilities are encouraged to work as a team and seek preventative measures when presented with potentially harmful situations. For the fourth consecutive year, Therapy Center has been has been presented a Safest 70 Award by the Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Corporation. The award recognizes excellence, outstanding
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Throughout the month of April, we recognize our occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants as a part of Occupational Therapy Month. What is occupational therapy? Occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistants help people across the lifespan participate in the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. They use
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It’s no secret that Therapy Center has the BEST team of professionals in the business! We know that it’s our wonderful group of dedicated, hard-working team members who make us who we are. We want to take time each quarter to recognize just a few of our many awesome team members who consistently go above
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Like most things, we find with the turn of the season, we are rejuvenated. Whether it is the warmer weather, flowers blooming, or just a chance to start something new – we would like the opportunity to focus on practices that will improve our lives. Did you know that the word “April” is derived from
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During the month of March, we continue to celebrate Therapy Center’s team of Athletic Trainers (ATs). With the change in season marks the beginning of a sport noted for shin splints and stress fractures – Track and Field. What are Shin Splints and Stress Fractures? Shin Splints: As noted in an article by sportsinjuryclinic.net, “Medial
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During the month of March, we continue to celebrate Therapy Center’s team of Athletic Trainers (ATs). Overuse injuries account for nearly half of all sports related injuries and are a key focus area for those in the field of sports medicine. Why Do Overuse Injuries Occur? According to stopsportsinjuries.com, “The human body has a tremendous
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In December of 2016, Ms. Yvonne Murray was found unresponsive in her home due to a drop in blood sugar. After a stay at the Rehabilitation Hospital of Jennings, she was admitted to Jeff Davis Living Center for ongoing speech, occupational, and physical therapy. Her goal was to return home, so Yvonne’s family chose for her
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During the month of March, we continue to celebrate Therapy Center’s team of Athletic Trainers (ATs). One topic of interest in the area of sports medicine is the proper management of concussion prevention and care. Therapy Center – Playing a Key Role in Concussion Care and Prevention As noted in a previous blog, Therapy Center’s
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