How to Keep up With Your Physical Therapy This Summer
Are you planning a vacation with your family this summer? Are you wondering how to keep up your PT treatments now that you finally feel better? At Prevail Physical Therapy Services, our physical therapists can help by providing you with home exercises that you can do no matter where you travel!
It is well known that patients who adhere to their prescribed exercises are significantly better at achieving their goals and have improved physical function. Non-adherence, on the other hand, increases the risk of re-injury or flare-ups and overall less positive outcomes long term.
Our team believes that providing a home exercise program to fit your needs is part of the solution to non-adherence. We understand that your life situation can make prioritizing exercises and physical therapy home programs difficult. We will work with you to provide the most important exercises and a straightforward program for you to follow so you can enjoy your summer vacations and do what you love!
Request an appointment with one of our specialists and see how we can help you feel better again!
How to Incorporate Home Exercises into Your Travels
One of the most challenging aspects of traveling is finding time to do all the things you want. Our physical therapists understand how difficult it is to do your home exercises when not attending regular physical therapy visits. We provide our patients with home exercises that take their daily lives into account.
Here are a few tips to keep up with your physical therapy:
Use the hotel gym:
Exercise in the pool:
Explore the town you are staying in:
Maintain a healthy diet on the go:
Our team understands that delivering personalized home exercise programs that take your daily lives and travel plans into account is the key to success in maintaining improvements you have made at physical therapy.
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It’s essential to keep your health a top priority no matter where you travel or what you do this summer. Keeping track of your progress with your physical therapy exercises is a great way to stay motivated on the go.
If you need guidance regarding your existing physical therapy treatment, or you’d like to begin participating in a regular exercise routine, call Prevail Physical Therapy Services to set up an appointment!
We’re here to help you and keep you feeling your best during the summer months, so you can continue to do all the fun things you love!
What Our Patients Are Saying
Real results. Real recovery. Real stories.
“Adam Waggoner at Prevail Physical Therapy has consistently provided evidence-based, state-of-the-art PT for me over the years. His therapy plans have been very effective and have gotten me back to full function. I highly recommend Adam!”
Recovery Happens One Phase at a Time
Understanding every stage of healing helps you recover safely, rebuild strength, and return to the activities you love with confidence.
Understanding the Four Phases of Recovery
If you’re preparing for a total shoulder replacement or another orthopedic surgery, knowing what to expect can make recovery less overwhelming and help you stay focused on long-term success.
At Prevail Physical Therapy Services, our physical therapists guide you through every stage of rehabilitation with personalized treatment plans that restore mobility, strength, and function while allowing your body to heal naturally.
Acute Phase
Week One
Pain management, swelling reduction, protection of the surgical site, and gentle range of motion begin the healing process.
Mobility Phase
Weeks 2-4
Gentle mobility exercises help prevent scar tissue buildup while gradually restoring healthy movement.
Strengthening Phase
Weeks 4-7
Therapy progresses to rebuilding strength, flexibility, and joint control through targeted rehabilitation exercises.
Functionality Phase
8 Weeks and Beyond
The final stage emphasizes restoring everyday function so you can confidently return to work, hobbies, and recreation.
Why Recovery Takes Time
Healing is a gradual biological process that requires patience. Advancing too quickly may increase pain or interfere with proper tissue healing.
- Protect healing tissues
- Control inflammation
- Restore joint mobility
- Rebuild muscle strength
- Safely resume daily activities
How Physical Therapy Helps
A structured rehabilitation program ensures every stage builds on the previous one, maximizing recovery while reducing setbacks.
- Individualized exercise progression
- Hands-on mobility techniques
- Pain and swelling management
- Strength and stability training
- Functional movement retraining
Every Phase Brings You Closer to Recovery
Recovery isn’t about rushing the process—it’s about progressing safely. Following a personalized rehabilitation plan with your physical therapist helps you heal properly, regain confidence, and return to the activities you enjoy as efficiently as possible.
July 4th Health & Safety Tips
Independence Day is a wonderful time to celebrate with family, gather for barbecues, and enjoy outdoor activities. A few simple movement habits can help protect your body so you can spend the holiday making memories instead of dealing with aches and pains.
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Pace Your Activities
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Lift Heavy Items Properly
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Change Positions Often
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Stay Hydrated
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Listen to Your Body
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Address Aches Early
Exercise of the Month
BENT OVER ROWS
Hold a weight in your hand. Slightly bend your knees and bend at your waist to bring your torso forward. Make sure your back remains flat and about parallel to the floor. Pull the weight towards you. Make sure your elbows stay close to your body. Slowly return to the starting position.
3 Sets, 10 Reps. (Materials needed: dumbbells)
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Feeling pain or slowed down? Come back to Prevail Physical Therapy for a personalized plan to get you strong, pain-free, and moving again!
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Cool off with these delicious strawberry & banana popsicles, a refreshing homemade treat bursting with fruity flavor and creamy goodness. They’re easy to make, naturally satisfying, and perfect for enjoying on a warm summer day!
Enjoy This Healthy Recipe!
Strawberry & Banana Popsicles
- 1 pound strawberries, washed and stems removed
- 1 large, ripe banana
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk
- sugar to taste (optional: let the fruit do the work instead!)
Add the strawberries, banana, milk, and yogurt to the bowl of a food processor or blender and blend until smooth. Taste and add sugar if needed, depending on the ripeness of your fruit and your taste preferences. Pour the liquid into popsicle molds (or even paper cups), insert the handles, and freeze until firm, generally overnight. Enjoy frozen the next day.
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Meet Our Team
Bruk Ballenger
PT, DPT
Rachel Krieder
PT, DPT
Keagan Tice
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Adam Waggoner
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Stephanie Dunagan
Office Manager
Vanessa N.
Client Services Coordinator
Jordan Agtarap
PT, DPT
Simone Stilley
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Keith Pike
PT, DPT
