March 2017 - Omaha Physical Therapy Institute : Omaha Physical Therapy Institute

Interval Impact Workout!

03/29/17

IMPACT PROGRAM Below is a simple cardiovascular and strength circuit that can be done at home! You can make this workout as easy or as hard as you want. If you are not able to perform impact activities, modify according to your needs. *You can repeat this circuit 2-3 times or as you desire Walking knee to chest stretch…

You Have a Choice

03/08/17

An unexpected or expected injury/surgery has recently occurred in your life or a family member’s life. You make sure and do your research on which physician is/will treat you because you want and deserve the highest quality of care for yourself or your family member. After an injury/surgery you typically are referred to physical therapy… what’s next? Where do you…

Cate Christopherson’s Comeback Story!

03/06/17

Cate Christopherson is a senior at Omaha North High Magnet School. As a former Omaha Physical Therapy Institute (OPTI) patient and current Sporting Omaha FC (SOFC) soccer player, Cate has faced adversity through many injuries that have kept her from playing the sport she loves most. Cate has dealt with ankle and knee injuries that sidelined her for several months…

10 Interesting Facts about Concussions

03/01/17

A concussion is the most common type of head injury in athletes. It occurs when a force jars the brain against the skull. It can result directly from a blow to the head or indirectly from a sudden jolt to the body, causing a whiplash type of effect to the spine and head. Concussions cause damage to brain tissue and…