{"id":3832,"date":"2017-10-13T08:00:09","date_gmt":"2017-10-13T08:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.liveyourlifept.com\/blog\/?p=3832"},"modified":"2017-10-13T08:00:09","modified_gmt":"2017-10-13T08:00:09","slug":"national-physical-therapy-month-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liveyourlifept.com\/blog\/2017\/10\/13\/national-physical-therapy-month-3\/","title":{"rendered":"National Physical Therapy Month"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In honor of National Physical Therapy Month here in October, we as physical therapists would like to spread awareness about the benefits our profession can offer to the public at large and in our local communities.\u00a0Physical therapy over time has extended their services to reach people in acute hospitals, outpatient clinics, school systems and directly in the homes of our patients. With the diversity that makes our profession so complex, the common theme that unites us all is the idea that human beings are designed for movement.\u00a0We as physical therapists are specifically educated at the doctoral level to address the human movement system, which is a collection of human organ systems including the nervous, muscular, skeletal, and cardiovascular systems.\u00a0 Intricately woven together, these systems help support and produce movement of the human body.\u00a0Provided with a one-on-one evaluation, a physical therapist can perform a series of movement tests in order to diagnose or determine the specific movement quality that may be limiting your ability to perform your work, recreation or functional activities of the day-to-day which have a great impact on your quality of life.<\/p>\n<p>This may beg the question, \u201cWhy is movement so important?\u201d\u00a0I would then counter with a question of \u201cWhat is important in life to you?\u201d\u00a0Do you enjoy quality time with your family? Do you find rejuvenation from spending time among the outdoor beauty of fall in Minnesota?\u00a0Or how meaningful is it for you to feel safe in your own home and remaining independent?\u00a0At the core foundation of these activities, movement is what allows us to participate and enjoy the experiences which are most important to sustain and enhance our quality of life.\u00a0Having a physical therapist as part of your support network can make the difference between living with pain or impairment and living without it while enjoying life to its fullest.<\/p>\n<p>One particular form of movement that is personal to me, and of which has provided benefit to my patients\/clients, is the practice of kettlebell resistance training and gaining understanding of bodily awareness. Physical loading, as provided by weighted resistance of the kettlebell, when added to essential human movements can allow for new sensory activation of the nervous system as well as develop resilience to our muscles, bones, and joint tissues. By specifically designing a program that is appropriately matched to the individual, we as physical therapists can enhance the human movement system and improve the quality of life for the individuals in our local communities.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, you may utilize resources provided by the American Physical Therapy Association at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.moveforwardpt.com\">www.moveforwardpt.com<\/a> to learn more about the benefits provided by our profession. \u00a0In the words of physical therapist and strength coach, Gray Cook, I hope you \u201cmove well, and move often.\u201d<sup>1<\/sup><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Kindest Regards,<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steven Babcock, P.T., DPT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Physical Therapist<br \/>\n<strong>Live Your Life<sup>TM<\/sup><\/strong><strong><br \/>\nBringing Physical Therapy &amp; Wellness to You!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-3834\" src=\"http:\/\/www.liveyourlifept.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/LYL_Steven-Babcock.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"263\" height=\"262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/liveyourlifept.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/LYL_Steven-Babcock.jpg 263w, https:\/\/liveyourlifept.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/LYL_Steven-Babcock-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/liveyourlifept.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/LYL_Steven-Babcock-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/liveyourlifept.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/LYL_Steven-Babcock-80x80.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 263px) 100vw, 263px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Dr. Steven Babcock has a passion for movement and is motivated to facilitate others in their journey towards physical performance goals. He obtained his undergraduate degree at Saint John&#8217;s University in 2008 and furthered his education in achieving a Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Washington University in St. Louis in 2015.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Babcock has experience treating a variety of musculoskeletal complaints and utilizes Postural Restoration to help his patients obtain proper joint position required to train and perform at their best. He is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.<\/p>\n<p>As a lifelong enthusiast for exercise, health and wellness, Dr. Babcock has infectious care to help others realize the power each individual possesses to take control of their personal health.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>References<br \/>\n<\/strong><sup>1<\/sup>Cook, Gray, et al. Movement: Functional Movement Systems: Screening, Assessment, and Corrective Strategies. 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