Rainier Family PT

RFPT Welcomes New Staff

rainierfamilypt — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 22:32:04 +0000

Rainier Family Physical Therapy welcomes physical therapist, Sue Beardemphl to their staff. Sue has been practicing and living in the Puyallup area for over 15 years. She was with Apple Physical Therapy until recently. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience and is well respected in the medical community. Her patients think highly of her and have followed her to her new location. Sue enjoys spending her free time with family and friends.

Stacey Knoblauch, our new front desk coordinator greets our patients with a warm smile. Her previous experience in customer service gives her the edge she needs to make everyone feel special. Her excellent attention to detail makes her job of verifying insurances go smoothly for our patients.

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Summer Injuries

rainierfamilypt — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 23:33:44 +0000

Summer is almost here. Longer days mean more activities and more activities mean more aches, pains, and injuries. Don’t delay treatment. Don’t wait until school starts. Don’t wait until after vacation. Don’t wait until you lose 10 pounds. DO NOT WAIT! Getting appropriate treatment as soon as possible helps speed recovery to get you back doing everything you love to do and a lot of the things you rather not.

Most of you have met your insurance deductible. You pay your premiums, use the insurance. You have it for a reason. Be proactive in your healthcare. You will most likely have fewer problems down the road. Invest some time in yourself. You deserve it.

Rainier Family Physical Therapy and Kline

rainierfamilypt — Mon, 18 May 2009 22:26:30 +0000

Kline, a black, lab puppy arrived at the Sea-tac airport cargo area on May 13th a little bewildered and wondering where his mom and siblings were. His first day was a busy one meeting new people, learning about the Pacific Northwest and all its wonders, and pictures, lots of them. Kline even had to attend his first (Canine Companions for Independence) CCI puppy training class that first night. Sleep came easily as he settled into his kennel for the night.

The next day, Kline went to work at Rainier Family Physical Therapy. He went on marketing calls and was introduced to the doctor offices and clinics that we visit. He greeted patients at the clinic and put them at ease as they began their treatments. Kline went home after a hard days work only to do it all over again today. Stay tuned…..

Puyallup Transmissions – 5 things to check when your car won’t start – AAMCO TRANSMISSIONS

rainierfamilypt — Mon, 11 May 2009 04:30:57 +0000

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We have all been in the situation where we wake up at 5:00 am on a rainy, windy morning and we go out to our car and it won’t start. We go into a panic and don’t know what to do. Well here are a few tips for you to do before you go and spend money on getting your car towed.

5 things to check when your car won’t start:

1.) Check to make sure you have the right key in the ignition. I know it sounds silly, but it can and has happened.

2.) Check to make sure your vehicle is in park before you turn the key over.

3.) Check to make sure that you have enough gas to operate the vehicle.

4.) Check to make sure your battery cables have not come loose. Also, check the battery posts and make sure they aren’t corroded.

5.) Check the ignition switch, it may be worn out.

Kline is on his way…..

rainierfamilypt — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 20:49:42 +0000

One of our co-owners, Susan, has been a puppy raiser for Canine Companions for Independence for a few years. When I was a physical therapy patient, I first met Jaker, a yellow lab. He was service dog in training helping patients through difficult rehab. I can remember stroking his head as he would visit on the side of the treatment table. Now, almost 2 years later, I will be a puppy raiser too. Actually, Susan and I will be co-raising a puppy. We recently found out our puppy’s name is Kline. Once you hear the puppy’s name; the reality sets in that yes, the puppy is really ours. We will meet Kline for the first time May 13th. I am very excited and even though Susan has been through this 3 other times, she is just as excited. We have been watching him via webcam and have determined he is quite the boy. I am sure he will entertain our patients with his antics. This should be an interesting experience. So, stay tuned for Kline and his adventures.

Puyallup Photography – You NEED to see Chris McKenna’s Blog Site

rainierfamilypt — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 20:57:52 +0000

Chris McKenna is one of Puget Sounds premier photographers. Check out his blog website here.

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rainierfamilypt — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 18:57:57 +0000

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Tacoma Physical Therapy – Rainier Family Physical Therapy recommends the Wii

rainierfamilypt — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 18:39:38 +0000

I read in an Atlanta Journal-Constitution article Forget rehab, try Nintendo “Wiihab”. The article states that Nintendo’s Wii video game system is becoming the craze in rehab therapy for patients recovering from strokes, broken bones, surgery and even combat injuries.
Using the game console’s unique, motion-sensitive controller, Wii games require body movements similar to traditional therapy exercises. patients become so engrossed mentally; they are almost oblivious to the physical rigor. Many hospitals and physical therapy clinics are using this as a tool in their treatment programs to motivate patients to exercise.

The Wii has been used effectively for many of our patients and they often look forward to it. I remember one patient reporting how sore he was the next day. That was not our intention, but certainly shows that the body gets a good workout.

If you don’t already have a Nintendo Wii, take the plunge and enjoy it as part of your regular exercise program. You can’t go wrong with FUN!

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Have a “Wii” Bit of Fun

rainierfamilypt — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 20:34:52 +0000

Using the game console’s unique, motion-sensitive controller, Wii games require body movements similar to traditional therapy exercises. Patients become so engrossed mentally; they are almost oblivious to the physical rigor. Many hospitals and physical therapy clinics are using this as a tool in their treatment programs to motivate patients to exercise.

If you don’t already have a Nintendo Wii, take the plunge and enjoy it as part of your regular exercise program. You can’t go wrong with FUN!

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