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RESTORING FUNCTION ONE PATIENT AT A TIME
Integrated Medical Group-Physical Therapy (IMG-PT), 805 N. Richmond St. #103, Fleetwood PA 19522
www.imgpt.com - email: imgpt@imgpc.com - 610-944-8140
From the Desk of Chris Gordos:
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From the Desk of...
G’Day Mate,
I have to admit, I had an awesome trip to see
my brother and his family to Australia in August.
There were so many things that happened during the
trip that I could talk about, but I want to make sure I
keep this letter to an appropriate length. Look for
some of the great pictures of the trip and if you have
any questions or want to know more, feel free to stop
by the office. Just as an FYI: Yes they really do say
Good Day Mate, I reckon (all the time), and many
more stereotypical sayings; but, nobody says “Throw
another shrimp on the Barbie!!” Shrimp is known as a
prawn in Australia.
I think one of the best things that I learned in
Australia was how my brother and sister-in-law end
the night with their children. They ask the children
during the day what was their “Rose, Thorn, and
Bud?” A “Rose” is the best thing that happened that
day. The “Thorn(s)” are the bad things that
happened in the day. While “Buds” are good things
that happened, but maybe there was a reason it
wasn’t quite a “Rose”. As an example: My “Rose(s)”
during my trip to Australia were watching my children
do some amazing things that they will never have the
opportunity to do at home. My son was able to Scuba
Dive on the Great Barrier Reef. My daughters had the
largest smiles while holding Koalas (they are
incredibly soft in case you are wondering; and
Australians get very agitated if you call them Koala
Bears). Having my children argue over whose picture
had the best breaching Humpback Whale in the
background, and watching all my kids run around the
zoo feeding the kangaroos. My “Thorn(s)” (which were
mild in comparison) were being sick during part of my
trip, my wife cutting her shin on the coral at the
Great Barrier Reef, and falling asleep at 8pm every
night. My “Buds” were many. Some included
watching my wife dig deep for inner strength that she
didn't think she had to reach the top of a climb of a
Mountain that involved some scary climbs. Doing a
Tree Top Challenge with my brother and my two
oldest children, we actually zip lined over crocodiles,
climbed ropes, ladders, crawled through tubes, etc.
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Australia Pictures
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Soccer Program
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Watching my 4 year old nephew out fish his uncle who
thought he knew how to fish. Going 5 complete days
without any form of electronic communication. And
most important was spending 2 amazing weeks with my
brother, his family, and my family.
I think the idea of a “Rose, Thorn, and Buds”
are very applicable to the therapy world. Each week we
are striving to help patients accomplish Roses, while
minimizing their thorns, and experiencing countless
buds. The biggest internal problem that we have as
humans is often focusing on just the “Thorns” for the
day. To use my examples during my trip, if I have
focused just on being sick during my trip, I would not
have done the Tree Top Challenge with my children. My
wife would have missed a great view and sense of
accomplishment if she hadn’t pushed through a major
thorn on our hike up to the top of Mt. Warning. Now
honestly, with a name like Mt. Warning, it should have
been a clue that some difficulty might be encountered
along the way. The other thing that cannot be
understated during therapy is all of the “Buds” that
happen along the way. The ultimate goal is the Rose,
but you cannot get to a Rose unless you have Buds along
the way. For my patients who are focused on ability to
play golf, walk without pain, put away dishes in the
cabinet, etc, if they do not reach the mini-goals (Buds)
of balancing on 1 leg for 30 seconds, go a full revolution
around the bike, walk without a walker, put on their
own shirt, and more first, then their long term goal(s)
cannot be achieved.
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We often are so focused on what we cannot do, that we miss what we can currently accomplish that only 2 weeks ago
seemed impossible. I label it the “watching your kids grow” phenomenon. Have you ever been away from your kids for
a week and come home and be amazed at how much older and taller your kids seem? Ever go months without seeing
your niece, nephew, cousin, etc and the next time you see them you cannot believe they are the same person? That is
what happens in therapy. Patients forget all the little growth spurts during therapy. It is not until a friend or relative
gushes over how much more you are able to do that it brings it home about how you are progressing. During Therapy,
do not forget to stop and admire the buds among the thorns. Otherwise, you may never see that amazing Rose bloom
while the sun is setting over a breaching whale on the beach at the edge of the world. And trust me when I say, you do
not want to miss that View. It is pretty Amazing!!
Andrew
Happy faces before
Mt. Warning hike
Mackenzie
Maddie
Mt. Warning rock wall
Mt. Warning family photoWE MADE IT!!!
Lady Elliott Sunset
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The 11+
A complete soccer warm up and training program to prevent
injuries in soccer players by 30-50%.
(Developed By FIFA)
The 11+ Manual for soccer warm up.
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The 11+ is a complete warm-up program to reduce injuries among male and female soccer players ages 14 years and older. The program
was developed by an international group of experts, and its effectiveness has been proven in a scientific study. Teams that performed
the 11+ at least twice a week had 30-50% fewer injured players. The program should be performed as a standard warm up, at the start of
each training session at least twice a week, and it takes around 20 minutes to complete. Prior to matches only the running exercises
(phases 1 and 3) should be performed. For all exercises, correct performance is of great importance. Therefore, the coach/ Physical
Therapist should supervise the program and correct the players if necessary.
Exercises to be done in the below listed sequence, starting with the beginner phase and advancing only when the exercise can be
performed without difficulty for the specified duration and number of repetitions.
Phase 1: Running Exercises
Field Set Up: The course is made up of six pairs of parallel cones, approximately 5-6 meters apart. Two players start at the same
time from the first pair of cones and do the various exercises on the way. After the last cone they run back along the outside. On
the way back speed can be progressively increased as players warm up.
1. Straight ahead running- jog to the last cone run slightly more quickly back - 2 reps
2. Hip out- open the gate exercise jog and stop at each cone, open the gate - 2 reps
3. Hip in- close the gate exercise- jog and stop at each cone, close the gate - 2 reps
4. Circling Partner-Jog to cone, cut 90 deg angle toward partner , circle facing same way- 2 reps
5. Jumping with shoulder contact- Jog to cone 90 deg angle toward partner jump into- 2 reps
6. Quick forward and backward sprints- run 2 cones forward 1 cone back- 2 reps
Phase 2: Strength, Plyometrics, and Balance Exercises
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The Bench- laying on your front support yourself with forearms and feet- 3 sets (20-30 sec)
Intermediate: lift alternate legs hold 2 sec for 40-60 sec / Advanced: lift leg hold 20-30 sec 3 reps each leg
Sideways Bench Static- lower leg bent 90, support on forearm raise up straight- 3 sets each side (20-30 sec)
Intermediate: feet support 20-30 sec 3 reps each side / Advanced- raise leg side 20-30 sec 3 reps each side.
Russian Hamstrings- Kneel in front of partner, partner holds legs slowly lower leg. 3-5 reps/int. 7-10/ adv. 12-15
Single Leg Stance Hold the Ball- stand on 1 leg with ball held directly in front 2 sets, 30 sec each leg.
Intermediate: throw a ball with a partner 2 sets 30 sec each / Advanced: Push partner 2 sets 30 sec each leg
Squats with Toe Raises- squat to knees 90 deg then return to stand end with heel raise repeat 2 sets of 30 sec.
Intermediate- walking lunges 2 sets 10 lunges each leg / Advanced: 1 leg squat 2 sets 10 reps each leg partner
Jumping Vertical Jumps- Squat until knees at 90° hold 1 sec. jump and land softly ball of feet 2 sets 30 sec.
Intermediate- lateral jumps onto each leg 2 sets 30 sec. / Advanced: Box jump/ grid jump 2 sets 30 sec.
Phase 3: Running exercises
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3.
Running across the Field- Run Approx. 40 meters across the field at 75-80% of maximum pace and then jog the rest of the way. Jog
back at an easy pace. Do 2 reps.
Running Bounding- Take a few warm-up steps then take 6-8 bounding steps with a high knee and jog the rest of the way. With each
bound, try to lift the knee on the leading leg as high as possible and swing the opposite arm across the body until you reach the
other side of the field, then jog back at an easy pace. Do 2 reps.
Running Plant and Cut- Jog four to five steps straight ahead, then plant on the right leg and cut to change direction to the left and
accelerate again. Sprint for 5-7 steps (80-90% maximum) before you decelerate and plant on the left foot and cut and change
direction to the right. Do this exercise 2 times.
Chris and Eric recommend doing phases 1 and 3, any questions please call
IMG-Physical Therapy 610-944-8140
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IMG-PT Staff Profile:
Katherine Rathman
Hi everyone! My name is Katherine Rathman but most people call me Katie. I’m a second year
graduate student of Physical Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University. I’m a Lancaster County
native and commute each day to Fleetwood. I graduated with my undergraduate degree in Exercise
Science from Slippery Rock University in 2014.
I first became interested in physical therapy after tearing my ACL in high school. When attending
physical therapy for this injury, I quickly learned the impact physical therapists have on an
individual’s journey in returning to their previous level of function. I was appreciative of the
influence physical therapy had in allowing me to return to playing the sports I loved. This is when I
realized that one day I wanted to be able to provide patients with the same kind of satisfaction.
While studying Exercise Science at “The Rock”, I gained even more interest in human anatomy,
which further reinforced my passion for physical therapy.
I played soccer in high school and basketball in both high school and college. In my free time I
enjoy skiing, hiking, biking, running, and kayaking with my family and friends. I am also a huge dog
lover, and spend lots of time relaxing with my two dogs.
I couldn’t ask for a better experience so far at IMG-PT. I have really enjoyed meeting every patient
and helping each of you work toward your goals. I am look forwarding to the next couple of weeks
here at IMG-PT and what they may have in store. I would also like to thank Chris and Eric for this
great opportunity and for taking the time out of their busy schedule to share their knowledge with
me.
Common mode of
transportation in
Lancaster County
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Chris-Zip Line
Andrew-Rope Swing
Mackenzie -Cargo Net
Andrew-Ropes
Mackenzie-Rope Course
Mackenzie-Zip Line
Time to feed the Kangaroos
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Happenings at IMG-PT
Kaylie went to Columbia, South America,
with her boyfriend and his family.
Aunt Amanda and Mason, enjoying
some summertime golfing.
(Denise's daughter and grandson.)
Amanda's last first day of high
school. She has hit the ground
running with her volleyball
schedule, FBLA project and Student
Council activities. Her senior year
should be a fun one.
First day of school for Andrew (8th),
Mackenzie (6th) and Maddie (3rd).
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Kansas City-Style Ribs
Prep: 1 hour + chilling Grill:1 hour 25 min Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients
1 1/3 cups packed brown sugar
2 tsp each garlic powder, onion powder and smoked paprika
1 1/4 tsp each ground cumin, coarsely ground pepper and cayenne pepper
12 bone-in country-style pork ribs (about 7 pounds)
Sauce
2 T canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 C tomato sauce
1/3 C dark brown sugar
1/4 C ketchup
1/4 C molasses
1 T apple cider vinegar
2 tsp worcestershire sauce
1 tsp salt
1 tsp ground mustard
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Directions
1. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and seasonings; sprinkle over ribs. Refrigerate, covered, at
least 1 hour.
2. For sauce, in a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 5 -6
minutes or until tender. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat.
3. Wrap ribs in a large peice of heavy-duty foil; seal edges of foil. Grill, covered, over indirect
medium heat 1 1/4 to 1 3/4 hours or until ribs are tender.
4. Carefully remove ribs from foil. Place ribs over direct medium heat; baste with some of the
sauce. Grill, covered, 8-10 minutes or until browned, turning and basting occasionally with
remaining sauce.
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Amish Chow Chow Relish
yields 10 cups
prep time 10 min
What you will need:
2 C frozen cauliflower, thawed and cut into small pieces
2 C frozen sliced carrots, thawed
2 C frozen cut green beans, thawed
2 C frozen cut yellow wax beans, thawed
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
2 C water
1 C white vinegar
2 1/2 C sugar
1/2 tsp celery seed
1/4 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp salt
What to do:
1. In a large heat-proof bowl, combine all vegetables; set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring water, vinegar, sugar, celery seed, turmeric, and salt to a boil
over high heat; stir occasionally. Pour over vegetables; mix gently.
3. Let mixture sit until cool then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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