Author: Encore Rehabilitation, Inc.

As the largest privately-owned rehabilitation company in the Southeast, Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. helps people get back to their lives through physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, aquatic therapy, vestibular rehab, pediatric rehab, industrial rehab, sports medicine, and other orthopedic rehabilitation programs. Rehabilitation services are provided at Encore Rehabilitation Centers in Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, and Tennessee, as well as on-site at healthcare facilities, schools, companies, sporting events, and other locations.

“Every day and every patient is different.” – Josh Lenox, PT, Encore Rehabilitation – Hartselle
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“Every day and every patient is different. No two injuries are exactly the same. It is rewarding to come up with different approaches for each patient, ” says Josh Lenox, PT. Josh is the Clinic Director for Encore Rehabilitation – Hartselle and Encore Rehabilitation – Brewer High School.
Josh has a degree in Physical Therapy from the University of South Alabama and has been the Director at Hartselle since 2007. He has specialty certification in Dry Needling, FCEs (Functional Capacity Evaluations), and Impairment Ratings.
Josh started working for Encore 23 years ago as an aide at Summerford Nursing Home. At the time, he was a  high school student at Falkville High School.
Thank you, Josh, for all of your hard work and dedication!

Jarrett Bailey – Athlete of the Month -Hanceville High School and Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman

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Congratulations to Jarrett Bailey, Athlete of the Month for Hanceville High School and Encore Rehabilitation – Cullman! Jarrett played on the Bulldogs Football team (#33) as Wide Receiver and Outside Line Backer.

We wish you the best of success in your Senior year, Jarrett!

Montrel Alexander- Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation – Long Beach

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Congratulations to Montrel Alexander for being selected as the Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation – Long Beach! As a Sophomore at Pass Christian High, he participates in Football (#34) and Track where he has enjoyed varsity sports for two years.

Montrel plans to pursue a college degree in scientific technology or agriculture, perhaps in veterinary science. His parents are Tonya Alexander and Lionel Alexander.

Way to go, Montrel! We wish you the best of success!

Harleigh LaFontaine – Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Diamondhead

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Congratulations to Harleigh LaFontaine, Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Diamondhead! Harleigh is a Junior at Hancock High School where she has played varsity sports for three years. She participates in Volleyball (#3), Softball, and Dance and has been selected as Most Athletic for the Class of 2019.

After graduation, Harleigh plans to attend the University of Mississippi and become a Pediatrician. She is the daughter of Herbie and Marlena LaFontaine.

We wish you all the best in your pursuits, Harleigh!

At Encore Rehabilitation, we LOVE to see you move!

Grayson smiling at Santa!

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Grayson Richardson has Down Syndrome and attends the Ocean Springs Pediatric Clinic for Speech Therapy.  He smiles all the time and has a special talent for remembering the  name of everyone he meets at the clinic.  You have a great smile, Grayson!

Santa stopped by the clinic on Monday, December 11th to visit all the kids.  We enjoy Santa’s visit every year! Merry Christmas from Ocean Springs Pediatric Clinic and Encore Rehabilitation!

Rachael Jones, DPT – Encore Rehabilitation Regional Director

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Rachael Jones is passionate about her patients! “The best thing about being a Physical Therapist is my patients! As a Physical Therapist, I spend one-on-one time with each patient over a period of weeks and often months. I not only educate, facilitate, and assist in their healing, but I also get to know patients on a personal level. I meet their families and hear their struggles. I am honored to watch their success. I am privileged to experience the joy when they walk again, return to sports, return to work, gain their independence and when they are finally pain-free. I am thankful for my role as physical therapist and consider it a great honor.”

A native of Guin, Alabama, Rachael is the Regional Director of the Encore Rehabilitation Clinics in Fayette, Vernon, Hamilton, and Winfield. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from The University of Mississippi and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from The University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. Rachael also holds a certification in Dry Needling.  She has been a clinician for seven years and has practiced with Encore Rehabilitation for five years.

Thank you, Rachael, for all that you do for your patients and Encore Rehabilitation!

 

 

Asa Martin – Gatorade Football Player of the Year for Alabama

Congratulations to Asa Martin of Austin High School for being named Gatorade Player of the Year in Alabama in Football!

Asa rushed for 2,228 yards and scored 33 TDs in 2017. He is a Senior at Austin High where he maintains a 3.23 GPA. Asa also spends time with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes providing service in the community. He has verbally committed to play at Auburn University. Way to go Asa! We wish you the best in obtaining National Gatorade Player of the Year!

**The Gatorade Player of the Year award was established in 1985 to recognize the nation’s most elite high school student-athletes for their athletic excellence, academic achievement and exemplary character.

#GatoradePOY

Click to access 2018_FB_AMartin.pdf

Tony Brown – Gatorade Football Player of the Year for Mississippi

Congratulations to Tony Brown of East Central High School for being named Gatorade Player of the Year in Mississippi in Football!

Tony rushed for 2,748 yards and scored 47 TDs in 2017. He is a Senior at East Central where he maintains a 3.42 GPA. Tony also spends time with his church youth group providing community service. Way to go Tony! We wish you the best in obtaining National Gatorade Player of the Year!

**The Gatorade Player of the Year award was established in 1985 to recognize the nation’s most elite high school student-athletes for their athletic excellence, academic achievement and exemplary character.

#GatoradePOY

Click to access 2018_FB_TBrown.pdf

 

Hand problems?

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At Encore Rehabilitation, our Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists have the knowledge and expertise to evaluate and treat hand injuries, weakness, and dysfunction. Our goal is to return our patients back to an active and healthy lifestyle by relieving pain, improving circulation, reducing swelling, and strengthening grip. Treatments may include exercise, spitting, modalities, and patient education.

Common diagnoses we treat are:

  • Fractures
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Arthritis & Tendonitis
  • Open Wounds
  • Burns
  • Soft Tissue Injuries
  • Tendon Injuries and Repairs

Hand-related rehabilitation is covered under most insurances. If rehabilitation and therapy are in your future, Choose Encore Rehabilitation!

Amber Willis – Athlete of the Month, Encore Rehabilitation of Columbia

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Congratulations to Amber Willis, Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation of Columbia, Mississippi! Amber is a Senior at East Marion High School where she successfully competes in four sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, and Track.

Amber has played varsity sports four years for the Eagles and has won multiple awards and honors including Ironlady; District Best Defensive Basketball Player; All District Volleyball Team; and Best Softball Batting Average.

When not competing, Amber enjoys spending time with family and playing sports. She intends to pursue a college degree in Biology and Health.  Amber is the daughter of Ronald and Laveta Willis.

Congratulations again, Amber! Have a great Senior year!