Be Well Blog

Good Shepherd's Tricia Butynskyi, MPT, DPT, made her second appearance on the Mind, Body, Spirit podcast series to discuss the proper way to breathe, why our breath is so important, and more.

With an estimated 55 million participants worldwide, golf is a low-impact, aerobic-based exercise that allows players to have social interactions while competing with friends, family and colleagues. As with any sport, there are always opportunities for injury — and improvement.

Sue Golden, PT, NCS, neurorehabilitation director, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network, was recently featured in Rehab Management magazine. Sue discusses some of Good Shepherd's leading-edge technology that helps patients build strength and improve conditioning. Read more on pages 30-31.

Stephen Vandenberg, PT, DPT, ITPT, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network, was recently featured on the front cover of the Physical Therapy Products Magazine. Steve submitted an article on the unique approach and therapies used in Good Shepherd’s Comprehensive Concussion Program.

If you suffer from conditions such as joint pain, arthritis, carpal tunnel, bursitis, sprains, fibromyalgia or myofascial pain, special LED or laser lights can help to speed your recovery.

Tricia Butynskyi, MPT, DPT, Site Manager at Good Shepherd Physical Therapy – Macungie, joined Sensei Tim Hoover, of Hoover Karate Academy, and Steve Mittman on the Mind, Body, Spirit podcast series to discuss pain as it pertains to physical injuries, surgery and overuse.

Frank Hyland, executive director, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network, joined Main Street Radio to talk about the cutting edge exoskeleton technology being used at Good Shepherd to assist stroke and spinal cord injury patients.

Ruth Aragon, a Good Shepherd Associate and patient, also joined the podcast to talk about her story and experience with the exoskeleton.

Listen to the podcast below.  

Asare Christian, MD, MPH, Associate Outpatient Medical Director, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network, was recently featured on the front cover of the Lehigh County Health & Medicine publication in a story on protecting your brain during your favorite outdoor winter activities. Click here to read the story on pages 6-7 in the publication.

Long considered a recreational drug, people do not always have the most positive mental image when they hear the word “cannabis.” But as cannabis becomes more accepted and mainstream, I encourage you to consider the facts about the topic so you can make an informed conclusion.

The new year seems to bring with it endless possibilities. You vow to begin and stick with an exercise plan, and you’re extremely motivated…for now.  By the end of January, however, you’re probably ready to throw in the towel if you haven’t already. Sound familiar? 

Many people repeat this scenario year after year, and it’s not because they don’t have good intentions. The problem is that we live in an on-demand society. When we don’t see improvement quickly, it’s difficult to stay motivated.