Mississippi

Chinese Medical Professionals visit Singing River Health System Facilities and Encore Rehabilitation-Mississippi-Part 4
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Medical Professionals from China visit with Encore Rehabilitation Physical Therapists at East Lake Physical Therapy and Sports Center.

After touring Encore Rehabilitation clinics in northern Alabama, visiting Medical Professionals from China continued their tour by visiting Encore Rehabilitation Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists working in the healthcare facilities of the Singing River Health System in the Gulf Coast area of Mississippi.

The use of Western rehabilitation practices such as physical therapy and occupational therapy is growing in China. The visitors were observing and learning how Western rehab is used in a variety of settings such as outpatient clinics, hospitals, industries, and sports settings.

Singing River Health System locations visited by the group included:

  • Ocean Springs Pediatrics Center
  • Ocean Springs Hospital
  • Ocean Springs Neuro Rehab Center
  • Gautier Physical Therapy and Industrial Center
  • East Lake Physical Therapy and Sports Center.

Singing River Health System is both a mission-driven provider of health services and one of the largest employers on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Singing River provides critical health services, numerous community outreach programs, and charitable services and educational programs. Community-owned, Singing River is also home to the award-winning Blue Distinction Center of Excellence in cardiac care, stroke care, and spine and joint surgery.

Encore Rehabilitation is proud of our association with Singing River Health System, providing quality therapists and support staff in rehabilitative settings for Singing River. Encore Rehabilitation is the largest privately owned provider of rehabilitation services in the southeast United States. Encore has been serving communities in Alabama and Mississippi for over 35 years.

Group posing for photo inside the lobby of Ocean Springs Hospital, Ocean Springs, Mississippi
Ocean Springs Hospital Administrator Heath Thompson, center, along with representatives of Encore Rehabilitation, provided a tour of Ocean Springs Hospital to the visiting Chinese Medical Professionals.

Part 4 of a 5 part series.

Encore Rehabilitation, Inc.- Corporate Office
251 Johnston Street SE, Suite 200
Decatur, Alabama 35610
256-350-1764
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At Encore Rehabilitation, we LOVE to see you move.

Part 5-Medical Professionals from China visit University of South Alabama Health System and Encore Rehabilitation-Tillman’s Corner, Alabama

Part 3- Chinese Medical Professionals visit Encore Rehabilitation-Corporate Office, Decatur, Alabama

Part 2- Chinese Medical Professionals visit Encore Rehabilitation-Hartselle

Part 1- Chinese Medical Professionals visit Encore Rehabilitation-Athens

MLB Bound-Jonathan Gettys- Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Dothan

Headache Relief- “I Feel Like a New Person!”

Physical Therapy instead of Knee Surgery – One patient’s success

Stone County Hospital and Encore Rehabilitation, Wiggins, Mississippi

Check out the recent edition of Grand Moments published
by The Stone County Enterprise!

 

Stone County Hospital – Encore Rehabilitation
1434 East Central Avenue
Wiggins, Mississippi 39577
601-928-6628

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Madelyn Robbins – Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Diamondhead

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Congratulations to Madelyn Robbins, Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Diamondhead!

Madelyn is a Senior at Hancock High School. She participates in All Star Cheerleading with Stunt Force Cheer. She is a member of various clubs and organizations including Vice-President in the Spanish National Honor Society; Beta Club; National Honor Society; Class Representative for Student Council; and Mu Alpha Theta Rho Kappa. She has completed Residential Advisor Advanced Seminar. She is on the Principal’s Honor Roll and the Superintendent’s Honor Roll.

Her future plans include obtaining a Biology degree from Ole Miss. Madelyn is the daughter of Katherine Robbins and Michael Robbins.

Way to go, Madelyn! May you continue to have success!

Encore Rehabilitation-Diamondhead
5427 Gex Road
Diamondhead, Mississippi 39525
228-222-4765
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Parkinson’s Fitness Class

We are happy to announce a group fitness class for anyone with Parkinson’s at Ocean Springs Neurological Vestibular Rehab,
every Thursday at 2 pm! We’ll see you there!

Parkinsons Fitness Class

Ocean Springs Neurological Vestibular Rehab
3603 Bienville Boulevard
Ocean Springs, Mississippi 39564
Register at 228-875-5050

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SportsFit-Leakesville Yeti Cooler Winners

 

Congratulations to Mitchell Dixon and Jo Roberts! They are the winners of the Yeti Coolers from SportsFit Leakesville! Thanks to everyone who participated!

 

SportsFit Wellness Center – Leakesville
433 Main Street
Leakesville, Mississippi 39451
601-394-4545
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New Day for Parkinson’s Support Group

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Our monthly Parkinson’s Support Group has changed the day of the month for our meetings. The new meeting time is the 2nd Thursday of each month at 4 pm.

This group is for people diagnosed wit Parkinson’s Disease and their family members. A variety of healthcare providers lead the group to provide information and better understanding of problems associated with the disease and resources for how to improve daily life. Members will be encouraged to share their experiences and questions with other members and healthcare providers. Questions are welcomed!

Ocean Springs Neurological Vestibular Rehabilitation-Adult Neuro Center
3603 Bienville Boulevard, Suite 200
Ocean Springs, MS 39564
228-818-1207
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After stroke, David Drives Again! with Ocean Springs Neurological Vestibular Driving Program

Meet the St. Martin Physical Therapy Staff

Meet our excellent Physical Therapy Staff from
St. Martin Physical Therapy, Biloxi, Mississippi!

Physical Therapist Jim Hunt of St. Martin Physical Therapy, Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Clinical Director Jim Hunt, Physical Therapist

St. Martin Physical Therapist Kaitlin Quave

Kaitlin Quave, Physical Therapist

Kyle Strunk, ATC-St. Martin Physical Therapy, Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Kyle Strunk, Athletic Trainer

LesLeigh Mason, Lead Tech, St. Martin Physical Therapy, Hattiesburg, Mississippi

LesLeigh Mason, Lead Technician

St Martin Physical Therapy, Hattiesburg, Mississippi

St Martin Physical Therapy, Biloxi, Mississippi

St. Martin Physical Therapy
15012 Lemoyne Boulevard
Biloxi, Mississippi 39532
228-396-1285
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Jacob Smith- Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-William Carey University

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Jacob Smith has been selected as Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-William Carey University!

Jacob plays Baseball (#11) for the William Carey Crusaders. He says, “I plan on graduating with a major in education and become a coach, then getting my master’s degree in administration. I love Jesus, my family, baseball, and the outdoors.”

Jacob is the son of Kelton and Jill Smith.

Congratulations, Jacob! We wish you a great baseball season!

Encore Rehabilitation-William Carey
710 William Carey Parkway
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
601-543-0221
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Phyllis Tingle – Patient of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Beaumont

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We are pleased to announce Phyllis Tingle as our Patient of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Beaumont!

Phyllis has been receiving treatment at Encore for her shoulder. Phyllis chose Encore because the clinic was convenient and close to home.

Thank you, Phyllis, for making Encore Rehabilitation-Beaumont your rehabilitation provider! 

 

Encore Rehabilitation-Beaumont
1411 Bradley Avenue, Beaumont, MS 39423
769-390-8080
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Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month

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  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an abnormal response of the body’s immune system  against the central nervous system (brain, spinal cord, and optical nerves). It affects the flow of information in the brain and between the brain and the rest of the body.
  • Anyone may develop MS.
  • 2-3 times more women than men develop MS.
  • MS is not contagious or directly inherited.
  • More than 2.3 million people are affected by MS worldwide.
  • MS symptoms occur when the immune-system produces inflammation within the CNS.  The inflammatory attack damages myelin, (the protective insulation surrounding nerve fibers), oligodendrocytes (cells that make CNS myelin) and sometimes the underlying nerve fiber.
  • Common MS symptoms include: fatigue; vision problems/ ringing/numbness; vertigo/dizziness; muscle weakness; balance/coordination problems; walking difficulties; speech and swallowing problems; bladder/bowel problems; cognitive difficulties; emotional changes; sexual dysfunction; and mood swings/depression.
  • The damage caused by inflammation can produce symptoms that resolve over weeks to months or symptoms that are permanent.
  • MS does not always cause paralysis. The majority of people with MS do not become severely disabled. Two-thirds of people who have MS remain able to walk, though many will need an aid, such as a cane or crutches.
  • Environmental factors, such as low Vitamin D and cigarette smoking have been shown to increase the risk of MS.
  • MS occurs in most ethnic groups but is most common in Caucasians of northern European ancestry.
  • Managing MS is an ongoing process, beginning with the very first symptoms and continuing throughout the disease course. It’s never too soon or too late to think about how to access high quality, comprehensive, interdisciplinary care.  **

    At Encore Rehabilitation, our team of Physical, Occupational,
    and Speech Therapists can help patients with MS
    to ease many of your symptoms and move, think, and feel better.

    If you are one of the estimated 2.5 million people
    diagnosed with MS, ask your doctor about
    rehabilitation with Encore or call us today.

    **Facts and Statistics from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society webpage. To find more information about Multiple Sclerosis on their website, click here.