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“I love living in the community, ” Brooke Owens, DPT, Encore Rehabilitation – Gordo

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The best thing about being a Physical Therapist? Brooke Owens, Physical Therapist at Encore Rehabilitation – Gordo says, “I love living in the community I work in and seeing patients functioning well in their daily lives after we work with them!”

Brooke has been a clinician for three years, all of her time with Encore Rehabilitation. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Alabama-Birmingham. She is also Certified in Dry Needling, ErgoScience FEC Certification, and PPI Certification.

Thank you, Brooke, for your wonderful care. Happy National Physical Therapy Month!

And if you see Brooke out and about in Gordo, be sure to say hello!

At Encore Rehabilitation, we LOVE to see you move!

“I feel great,” Beth Maldonado at Encore Rehabilitation – Long Beach

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“I could not even touch the top of my shoulder without severe pain,” says Beth Maldonado of Pass Christian. Beth has been coming to Encore Rehabilitation – Long Beach, Mississippi for treatment of her shoulder pain. Beth relates, “After having treatment for 2 1/2 weeks – three times a week with Karen and the other employees, I feel great. The clinic has great employees to work with. They are all very kind and therapy is great.”

Thank you, Beth, and Happy National Physical Therapy Month!

Allen Huckaby-Athlete of the Month for Hanceville High School and Encore Rehabilitation – Cullman

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Congratulations to Allen Huckaby, Athlete of the Month for Hanceville High School and Encore Rehabilitation Cullman!

Allen is a freshman on the Bulldogs Football team, playing running back and linebacker. He also enjoys baseball, track, and fishing.

We wish you all the best, Allen!

Matthew Dixon- Athlete of the Month for Good Hope High School – Encore Rehabilitation Cullman

Congratulations to Matthew Dixon, Athlete of the Month for Good Hope High School – Encore Rehabilitation Cullman. Matthew (#44) put up impressive stats for September as running back for the Raiders: 1 interception, 7 touchdowns, averaging 127 yards rushing, 37 yards receiving, and 7 tackles per game. Way to go, Matthew!

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Matthew Dixon- Athlete of the Month for Good Hope High School – Encore Rehabilitation Cullman

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“I get to help people every day!” Tori Kennedy, PTA – Celebrating National Physical Therapy Month

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“I love that I get to interact with different people everyday,” says Physical Therapist Assistant Tori Kennedy. “Being a PTA, I get to help people everyday even if it does not necessarily pertain to the physical therapy world. I love helping people make progress towards their goals-whether it is getting athletes back to sports events or women back to their morning walking routine! I also love getting to make the patient’s therapy visits more meaningful and not just work for them or us.”

Tori received her Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Wallace State Community College. She has been practicing for two years and has been with Encore Rehabilitation for one year. Tori treats patients at the Encore Rehabilitation Clinics in Haleyville and Russellville, Alabama.

We appreciate all you do, Tori! Happy National Physical Therapy Month!

Helping others – Suzanne Jarvis, PT, Celebrating National Physical Therapy Month

Encore Rehabilitation- Columbiana Physical Therapist Suzanne Jarvis shares the best thing about being a PT is helping others. “I enjoy getting to know people and helping them meet their goals. The quality of one’s life is important, so each plan of care is developed around the individual’s goals. It is rewarding for the patient as well as the therapist to see people regain the ability to do the activities they want and need to do. Whether it is recovering from surgery, regaining strength and independence after an illness, or returning to a sport or hobby, physical therapy can play a key role.”

Suzanne received her physical therapy degree from the University of South Alabama. She has been practicing for 25 years with ten of those years with Encore Rehabilitation. Suzanne recently received her Certification in Dry Needling.

Happy National Physical Therapy Month, Suzanne! Thank you for helping others get back to doing the activities they love!

Leahrose Mami – Encore Rehabilitation – Cullman Athlete of the Month

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Congratulations to Leahrose Mami, Encore Rehabilitation – Cullman Athlete of the Month!

Leahrose is a Senior at Saint Bernard Preparatory School where she runs Cross-Country for the Saints. She has had an excellent record this year placing 2nd at the Randolph Classic; 3rd at the Fairview Invitational and the Cullman High School Invitational; and 4th at the Cold Springs Kudzu Hills Run and the Scottsboro Invitational.

We wish you all the best, Leahrose!

Encore Rehabilitation – Diamondhead Athlete of the Month – Sebastian Fausett

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Congratulations to Sebastian Fausett for being selected as the Encore Rehabilitation – Diamondhead Athlete of the Month!

Sebastian is a 10th Grade athlete at Hancock High School where he enjoys playing multiple sports: football (#35), soccer (#99) and track. He has played varsity sports for the Hawks for one year.

After high school, Sebastian plans to attend Mississippi State University and major in the medical field.

Sebastian’s parents are Caroline and Todd Fausett.

Way to go, Sebastian!

“THERE ARE MANY THINGS I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB” – ENCORE REHABILITATION CELEBRATES NATIONAL PHYSICAL THERAPY MONTH WITH LAURA WATERS

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Encore Rehabilitation therapist Laura Waters, PTA, loves her job! Laura says, “There are many things I love about my job, so it is hard to point out just one. If I had to say the best thing about being a Physical Therapist Assistant, it would be how rewarding it is to help someone to return to their life. An accident or surgery can be life altering and as a therapist, I play a role in helping people recover and return to an active life.”

Laura Waters has been a Physical Therapist Assistant for Encore Rehabilitation for 17 years. She is treats patients in the Encore Rehabilitation – Tillman’s Corner/Theodore clinic.

Laura writes, “I personally had an injury and know, firsthand, how devastating it can be. As a therapist, we treat the entire person. Sometimes it requires holding their hand or simply giving them hug. I truly love my job and am so happy to help my patients return to their lives!”

And what does Laura have to say about Encore Rehabilitation? “Encore Rehabilitation is a wonderful place to work. They truly care about their employees.”

Thank you, Laura, for all you do! Happy National Physical Therapy Month!

At Encore Rehabilitation, we LOVE to see you move!