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Ask the Experts: I’m under 40, and I’m having menopause symptoms. Where can I turn for help?

Menopause usually occurs between age 51 and 52, but some women stop having menstrual cycles before age 40. This is known as premature menopause. Women who experience possible signs of premature menopause, like irregular periods and hot flashes, should visit their health care provider. A provider trained in menopause care can help you manage [...]

2021-09-14T07:42:00-06:00December 28th, 2021|

“It made me feel like a rock star!” Rebecca Bishop achieved her childbirth goals with the support of our Certified Nurse Midwives

Regional One Health's certified nurse midwives provide personalized care for all stages of life, with a goal of empowering patients to take an active role in improving their health. For Rebecca Bishop, that meant exceptional prenatal and labor & delivery care that helped her achieve her goal of having a natural childbirth. Rebecca's experience is [...]

2021-09-14T06:51:01-06:00October 1st, 2021|

Post-Rehab Wellness Program combines personal training and rehabilitation expertise to help patients build strength and agility safely

Learning to exercise properly, with good technique and correct use of equipment, can help you build strength while preventing injury. Regional One Health's Post-Rehab Wellness Program combines the expertise of physical therapists and certified personal trainers to give patients the knowledge they need to get fit the right way. It's a great way for athletes [...]

2021-09-15T07:16:47-06:00September 23rd, 2021|

Ask the Experts: How can speech therapy help patients overcome cognitive impairments caused by illness or injury?

Speech-language pathologists can help patients with a wide variety of speech and swallowing disorders caused by illness and injury. When a communication challenge is brought about by a cognitive issue, they use techniques that help patients restore their abilities or compensate for lost skills. The goal is to help patients communicate effectively and confidently so [...]

2021-09-10T09:20:28-06:00September 21st, 2021|

Ask the Experts: How does a rehabilitation therapist determine if I can return to work?

The goal of rehabilitation therapy is to help patients return to normal activities following an injury or illness. Part of the process includes a Functional Capacity Evaluation, where a therapist and rehabilitation medicine physician determine whether a patient can safely return to work. Regional One Health's Dardhielle Jean, OTR/L, CHT says patients can expect to [...]

2021-09-10T06:55:20-06:00September 21st, 2021|

Ask the Experts: What is pelvic floor therapy and dry needling, and how can they reduce pain and improve quality of life?

Physical therapy is a great tool to help patients recover from injuries, address pain and improve their strength and mobility. At Regional One Health, therapists incorporate a number of techniques to help patients achieve those goals, including pelvic floor physical therapy and dry needling. When paired with therapeutic exercises and lifestyle changes, both options can [...]

2021-09-15T07:18:51-06:00September 20th, 2021|

Ask the Experts: Adding physical therapy to your healthy aging plan can reduce pain and improve mobility

Joint pain, weakness and stiffness are very common complaints, especially as we age. Physical therapy can help by strengthening the muscles around the joints, reducing inflammation, and teaching patients good habits in terms of caring for their joints. Regional One Health offers outpatient physical therapy at its main campus and East Campus, and patients [...]

2021-08-17T14:04:33-06:00September 19th, 2021|

Ask the Experts: Eat right all day long with our experts’ tips for healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner options

Regional One Health's clinical nutrition team provides education and counseling that help patients improve their health and manage chronic conditions. They focus on helping patients make easy, sustainable changes to their diet. They're offering advice you can use to make each meal of the day healthier. Consistency is important when it comes to a healthy [...]

2021-09-14T07:45:34-06:00September 14th, 2021|
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