All adults should have their cholesterol measured, learn their cholesterol numbers and their risk for heart disease, and follow a heart‐healthy lifestyle to lower their risk for disease. To learn more go to www.cdc.gov/cholesterol
September is National Cholesterol Education Month
Aug 29, 2018
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Welcome Kaytlyn Heick, PT, DPT
We are pleased to welcome Kaytlyn Heick, PT, DPT, to our Rehabilitation Team. Kaytlyn began practicing at SMC in May.
Home Instead Donates $10,000 to Support SMC Hospice
SMC Hospice recently received a generous $10,000 donation from Home Instead. We are so grateful for their continued partnership and support. This donation will help us continue providing compassionate care and comfort to our hospice patients and their families. Thank you, Home Instead!
SMC Rehab Offers Blood Flow Restriction Therapy
SMC Rehab offers an innovative therapy that helps with the development of muscle strength for a variety of patients. Steve Ziegler, PT, DPT, is certified to offer Blood Flow Restriction Therapy which is often used on patients prior to or following surgery in their extremities. Research has proven that BFRT can minimize loss of muscle mass, decrease bone healing time, and allow patients to improve muscle size and strength. BFRT is also a great option for patients with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteopenia, or osteoporosis.