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.

Happy Halloween from the Encore Corporate Office!

Encore Rehabilitation Halloween 2014

The Gang

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The Peanuts (Shannon and John)                   A Bowl Full of Happiness (Mary Jane)

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Wayne and Garth (Craig and Thomas)                The Ultimate Ceiling “Fans” (Jennie and Amanda)

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Spidersteph                                                                Hannapatra

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            Despicable Mandy                                     If She only had a Brain (Jennifer)

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The Ghost of Accounting Past (Perry)

“What should I eat for pre-game fuel?” We’ve got the solution.

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“So you’ve practiced hard all week.  You’ve hydrated and ate your pre-game meal 3-4 hours before kickoff.  But right before you go out for pregame warm-ups, your stomach is telling you it needs more fuel.  Keep it small and light.  1 hour prior to kickoff, eat 1-2 granola bars or a sports bar along with 1-2 cups of water or sports drink.  Find a bar high in carbohydrates (at least 20-30 grams) and light to moderate in protein (2-10 grams).  The carbs will give you the energy you need while the protein will satisfy your hunger but without giving you that full feeling.”

– Eric Oehms, Encore ATC

Hartselle Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Sydni Shelton!

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Congratulations to the Hartselle Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Sydni Shelton! Sydni has been a student at Danville high school for 12 years and is a member of the basketball & volleyball teams. She enjoys playing off season volleyball with the Smith Lake Jrs. Sydni’s future plans are to play volleyball for Kennesaw State University after graduation. Sydni’s Basketball Awards consist of 2011-2012 All County, and her volleyball awards consist of 2013 Huntsville Times/ All-Tennessee Valley Volleyball Team, 2011-2013 All State First Team, 2011 All State Tournament Team, 2011-2013 Decatur Daily All Area, 2011-2014 All County, All Area & Area MVP, 2014 Birmingham News/Al.com preseason A List, 2014 North All Star Team, and is currently on 2014 Under Armour Watch List Nomination (results 11/5/2014). Good luck the rest of the season, Sydni! Keep up the good work!

Russellville Encore Athlete of the Month, Casey Galloway.

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Congratulations to the Russellville Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Casey Galloway! Casey is a senior at Phil Campbell high school and a member of the Bobcat’s football team. His future plans are to attend Northwest Shoals Community College/UNA and major in nursing. Casey is the son of Gill and Tanya Galloway. Good luck the rest of the season, Casey! Keep up the good work!

Muscle Shoals Athlete of the Month, Hollis Abernathy.

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Congratulations to the Muscle Shoals Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Hollis Abernathy! Hollis is a senior at Muscle Shoals high school and a member of the Trojan’s football team (#96). His sports awards consist of Trojan of the Week for his school and Athlete of the Month. He plans to attend a University on football scholarship. Hollis is the son of Terrell Abernathy and Shante Brown. Good luck the rest of the season, Hollis, keep up the good work!

Diamondhead Athlete of the Month, Lane Ladner.

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Congratulations to the Diamondhead Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Lane Ladner! Lane is a junior at Hancock high school and a member of the football team (#44). His sports awards consist of MVP, Defensive Player of the Week, and Defensive Captain. He plans to attend a four year university on scholarship and major in Sports Medicine. Lane is the son of Leah and James Ladner. Good luck and keep up the good work, Lane!

William Carey University’s Encore Athlete of the Month, Maren Hasselbusch.

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Congratulations to the Encore Athlete of the Month from William Carey University, Maren Hasselbusch! Maren is a 21 year old, sophomore at William Carey University majoring in Health, Physical Education, and Fitness, and minoring in Business. She is a transfer student from Germany, where she went to high school in Petershagen. Her plans are to finish her Bachelor of Science degree here in the US, and then return to Germany. Maren is a member of the WCU Crusaders women’s soccer team, who won their first ever Southern States Athletic Conference Championship last fall. Good Luck during your season, Maren, and keep up the good work!


PT Tip of the Week: Stretching myths. “Do I stretch before, or after I workout?”

“Research shows that stretching is best done AFTER you workout. You should actually jog, walk, or bike for about 10-20 minutes before you workout to warm your body up & better prevent injury. You get more results out of stretching/flexibility exercises post workout when your muscles are fatigued.”
– Josh Davis, PT at the Encore Rehabilitation-Hayden Clinic.


Arab Encore Athlete of the Month, Megan Klink.

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Congratulations to the Arab Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Megan Klink! Megan is a senior and multi-sport athlete at Brindlee Mountain High School. She plays Varsity Volleyball (#14) and Softball (#14) for the Lady Lions. Good luck Megan, keep up the good work!