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Low Back Pain?

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Low Back Pain? According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NIH)*, “80% percent of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lifetimes. It is the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading contributor to missed work days. In a large survey, more than a quarter of adults reported experiencing low back pain during the past 3 months.” Low back pain may affect sleep, work, family life, and recreational activities. Yet many individuals do not seek professional medical help for low back pain.

How can physical therapy help? Physical therapy may be beneficial to relieve pain, increase movement, strengthen the back and core muscles, and improve mobility and flexibility. Physical therapists also work with patients to teach them proper positioning, movement, and lifting techniques. At Encore Rehabilitation, we assist patients in recovery and prevention as well as educate patients on how to avoid re-injury.

If you are experiencing low back pain, seek professional medical help. Encore Rehabilitation is ready to help you get back to living!

*NIH Source: https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/Patient-Caregiver-Education/Fact-Sheets/Low-Back-Pain-Fact-Sheet

Brandi Fennell – Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-William Carey University

Congratulations to Brandi Fennell, Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-William Carey University!

Brandi participates in Cross Country and Track& Field events for the Crusaders. She is a Junior majoring in Nursing with plans to become NICU Nurse after graduation.

We wish you all the best, Brandi! Congratulations again!

Tyler Borden – Athlete of the Month for Addison High School & Encore Rehabilitation – Cullman

Congratulations to Tyler Borden, Athlete of the Month for Addison High School and Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman! Tyler is a Senior at Addison where he plays Running Back and Defensive Back (#17) for the Bulldogs. For the month of October, Tyler posted 450 years and 7 touchdowns in only 3 games. We wish you all the best in your senior year, Tyler!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving-Day

On this Thanksgiving Day, Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. would like to express our gratitude to all of our patients, athletes, members, employees, professional associates, family, and friends. We appreciate the opportunity to be a part of your journey of health and wellness. We are deeply thankful for all our blessings and extend to you our best wishes for a happy and healthy Thanksgiving Day.

LaTora Duff – Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation – Enterprise

Congratulations to LaTora Duff, Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation – Enterprise, Alabama! LaTora is a Senior at Samson High School where she plays Basketball (#30) for the Tigers. She has played Varsity for five years and has received the Dothan Eagle Super 12 and Honorable Mention-Super 12 honors. In addition LaTora has earned several accolades from the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) including AHSAA All-State Team Member, and AHSAA All-Star Team Member. She has been named game MVP on multiple occasions.

LaTora plans to continue playing basketball in college while she pursues a degree in Physical Therapy. We like your career choice, LaTora! She is the daughter of Frereka Regina Owens.

We wish you all the best, LaTora! Congratulations again!

Norm Moore – Patient of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation – Foley

Norm Moore Foley Photo

Congratulations to Norm Moore, Patient of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation – Foley!

Norm has been receiving physical therapy at Encore Rehabilitation in Foley for three weeks as he recovers from Hip Replacement Surgery. He selected Encore because his doctors and friends recommended the Foley Clinic.

Norm says, “Encore has friendly, knowledgeable and dedicated staff. Do the work and you get excellent results!”

Thank you, Norm, for your kind words! We wish you the best as you continue to receive physical therapy.

Encore Rehabilitation at Tuscaloosa Tinsel Trail

Kyler and Braiden invite you to come enjoy the Encore Rehabilitation Tree at Tuscaloosa’s Tinsel Trail! The Trail is open until January 14th and is free for viewing on Tuscaloosa’s Riverwalk!

Tinsel Trail is a project of Tuscaloosa’s One Place, a Family Resource Center, (TOP) a 501(c)(3) organization, dedicated to making a difference in the lives of local families. TOP serves over 8,500 people per year through afterschool programs, parenting and fatherhood, healthy relationship education, career development, GED classes, and teen intervention programs. Proceeds from Tinsel Trail are used to support these programs and serve the local community in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Khania Tolbert – Encore Rehabilitation Dothan Athlete of the Month

Khania Tolbert Photo

Congratulations to Khania Tolbert, Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation – Dothan! Khania is a Freshman at Geneva High School where she participates in multiple sports including Basketball, Cheerleading, and Softball. This is her first year to play varsity basketball (#10). She has received Top 5 Basketball Players Award, as well as Highest Jump on Cheer Squad Award.

When not playing sports, Khania enjoys shopping, talking on the phone, and watching movies. Her future plans include running track and pursuing a psychologist degree. She is the daughter of Koreser Tolbert.

We wish you all the best, Khania!

Kate Kent – Athlete of the Month for Good Hope High School-Encore Rehabilitation Cullman

Congratulations to Kate Kent, Good Hope High School & Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman Athlete of the Month! Kate is a Senior at Good Hope High School where she plays Volleyball for the Raiders. In October 2017, she led her team to the runner-up in the Cullman County Volleyball Tournament, won the Area Championship, and to the Regional Tournament. She had 163 kills, 46 solo blocks, and 29 aces. She was named to the All County Team and the All Area Team.

Best of success to you, Kate!

Helping people- Chantry Hagood, LPTA

Chantry Hagood PTA

“I became a Physical Therapist Assistant for one reason and that was to help people. When I was 15 years old, my mother and I were in a bad motor vehicle accident which broke her neck and crushed her right ankle. After seeing what she went through and the importance of physical therapy in her recovery, I knew I wanted to help others like my mother.”

Chantry received his Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Wallace State Community College and has been a clinician for six years. He has worked for Encore Rehabilitation for one year, treating patients at the Encore Rehabilitation offices in Haleyville and Russellville. Chantry is also a Certified Personal Trainer.

Chantry continues, “I love seeing people thrive and meet new people. I have developed some good friendships that stand to this day. I was a sports fanatic and so I love to see athletes get back to what they love to do and have success. I believe all of us therapists desire to make a difference.”

Thank you, Chantry for all you do!