BreakThrough Physical Therapy

05/08/2023

There’s no better feeling than pushing yourself to success.

Whether you want to try weightlifting or you want to set new weightlifting benchmarks for yourself, nothing feels better than knowing you are on the right path to do so.

So many of our patients have complained to us about how prior gym trainers or social media workout influencers have wasted their time and money with workouts and exercises that aren’t giving them the progress they need to excel to their full potential; the problem is that these trainers or influencers aren’t giving them a personalized training regimen that’s specific to them.

This is why BreakThrough is different from all of these typical trainers; we create personalized weightlifting plans that will meet our patient’s goals and needs.

If you’re interested in starting your weightlifting journey or looking to improve further in weightlifting, please feel free to contact us with any questions by contacting us at info@breakthroughpt.com or 408-736-7600.
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05/05/2023

When BreakThrough says to represent the Golden State Warriors…we say “bet” 😏

Check out some of our awesome BreakThrough team members repping amazing Warriors merch with some haters of course!

Hopefully, the Warriors take another win for Game 3!
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05/05/2023

Here are some reasons why you should not go to physical therapy 😉

Of course, there are no real reasons since physical therapy can benefit you so much!

So if you’re thinking about canceling your appointment, think twice!
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05/04/2023

We have a special patient who flew in from a galaxy far far away…

In honor of May 4th, Baby Yoda decided to come in for a quick physical therapy session at BreakThrough and we feel so honored to have him as our patient.

May the 4th be with you!

05/03/2023

Would you agree or disagree with this list?

We recently asked our team about reasons why patients love their physical therapists and this is what we collected.

Do you know any other reasons why patients may love their physical therapist? We would love to know in the comments!
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05/02/2023

Happy Women’s Health Month!

During May, Women’s Health Month is celebrated to bring awareness to women’s health and encourage more women to prioritize their health.

You can prioritize your health by exercising or taking walks more regularly, getting checked up more regularly, and eating healthy.

If you are also interested in improving your pelvic floor or looking to receive more information on our women’s pelvic floor program, please feel free to contact us at 408-736-7600 or info@breakthroughpt.com.

We hope you take this month to recharge and build healthy habits for yourself!
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04/28/2023

As HR, do you prioritize your employees’ physical and mental health?

Workplace ergonomics may not be the first thing you think about immediately when improving your employees’ mental and physical health but it plays a huge role in improving overall health.

Your employees’ physical and mental health affects work productivity, engagement, and overall job satisfaction, which is why proper ergonomics is needed.

Sitting or standing for hours in an uncomfortable position can lead to years of damage to your neck, back, and overall body which ultimately brings down overall work productivity and the health of your employees.

Through this article, linked below, you can learn about how workplace ergonomics can drastically reduce stress and pain while improving overall productivity and health.

What do you do to improve your employees’ health? Is there anything you can do to improve the workplace ergonomics? Please let us know in the comments.
https://www.corporatewellnessmagazine.com/article/the-role-of-ergonomics-in-employee-mental-health-and-well-being
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Discover how ergonomics can impact employee mental health and well-being in the workplace. Learn the benefits of incorporating ergonomics into corporate wellness programs and how it can reduce workplace injuries and healthcare costs. ergonomics, employee mental health, well-being, workplace, corpora...

04/26/2023

Happy Admin Professionals Day!

Thank you to our talented Admin Team for taking on the challenges of each day and for ensuring our BreakThrough Team goes above and beyond everyday.

We love you Admin Team!

04/25/2023

89% of workers have experienced burnout within the past year.

The worse part about this is that 21% of workers say their companies do not offer any programs or benefits to alleviate burnout.

With employees being the core of the company, it is unfortunate to see companies not providing their employees with the care they need to thrive in the workplace.

For HR professionals, do you do anything to ensure your employees do not burn out? Please let us know in the comments.
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04/24/2023

Meet Michael.

Michael is supposed to be a lifelike representation of gamers in 2040.

If you think Michael looks a bit odd, it is because he depicts multiple chronic symptoms of constantly sitting with barely any exposure to the sun and little exercise.

As you can see in this article, Michael displays bloodshot eyes from staring at the screen for too long and an indent in the skull from overuse of his headset.

Though Michael represents future gamers, he could also represent many desk workers who also aren’t paying attention to their posture as they are glued to their screens and typing away.

Regardless of the type of chair you have or the type of desk you have, it is important to start paying attention to how long you stare at the screen or how your posture is when you sit for a long period of time…otherwise you might end up becoming like Michael a lot sooner than you may think.

To our readers, do you think Michael is an accurate description of gamers and desk workers? Please read this article and let us know what you think about Michael in the comments.
https://www.designboom.com/art/meet-michael-lifelike-representation-future-gamer-in-2040-04-11-2020/
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04/21/2023

We asked our team what are some reasons why patients may leave their physical therapist and this is what we found…

Many patients may leave their therapist for many reasons such as financial reasons or work-life balance but from our different points of view, we can all agree that if a physical therapist doesn’t go above and beyond for a patient, they may want to search for another place.

To those who may have experienced these reasons in real life, why have you left your physical therapist? Why do you think patients would want to leave their physical therapist? Please let us know in the comments below.
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04/20/2023

We love this quote!

To all of our patients, whether you are in for a sports injury or for our pelvic floor program, just know that you're making amazing progress, even if you do not see it happening.

We are extremely grateful to have you as our patients/clients and for trusting us as your source of help.

For our patients, what's a milestone you have made ever since you started your sessions with us? Whether they're big or small milestones, we would love for you to share them with us!
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04/19/2023

With summer sneaking up on us, it’s time to prepare your kids for their fall sports.

Many parents are unaware that more than 3.5 million children get injured playing sports and without proper education and care, your kid could be part of the statistic.

Through proper training, your kid will not only prevent future injuries from happening on the field or the court, but they will also become star athletes by utilizing hidden potential you never thought they had.

If you want to be a part of your kids’ journey to athletic excellence, please feel free to contact us at 408-736-7600 or info@breakthroughpt.com and ask us about our child-adolescent program!
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04/17/2023

Do you ever feel frustrated because you are not making the progress you would like to?

One of our most recently onboarded patients expressed to us how frustrated he felt because although it has been months after his ACL surgery, he felt as if “each day felt like the day after my surgery.”

It’s disheartening and upsetting to hear that some of our patients and many people are experiencing the same emotions about their health every day since nothing is more frustrating than wasting time and money.

We are glad our patients recognize the problem so they can take initiative to find real solutions that work for them.

And of course, BreakThrough will always be here for you because we actually care about our people. Please feel free to contact us at 408-736-7600 or info@breakthroughpt.com if you have any concerns or questions about your overall health and what we can do for you!
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04/15/2023

Happy Birthday, John! Thank you for always being a supportive and amazing Aide member to your Aide team and the entire BreakThrough crew! We appreciate all of the hard work you provide to keep things running smoothly. We hope you enjoy this special day with your loved ones! P.S. Be sure to get your birthday shoulder presses in!

04/14/2023

In 2021, it was estimated that employers would spend over $5,000 (per employee) on musculoskeletal treatment, which is usually developed over time from poor ergonomics.

“Those working from home are seeing increasing pain and difficulty in their shoulders, neck, and lower back. This mostly stems from not working in a standard, well-designed office setting. Most at-working areas are not set up properly for ergonomics,” stated Bill Gianoukos.

At BreakThrough, we definitely agree that this is a prevalent issue in the corporate world, especially with so many companies transitioning their employees from being in the office to working from home completely.

If you would like to read more about why HR should pay extra attention to how ergonomics can affect your employees and their happiness level at work, please feel free to read the following article: https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/employee-relations/pages/why-hr-should-focus-on-ergonomics.aspx

If you’re unaware, BreakThrough has a corporate ergonomic program that HR professionals can implement for their employees so if you’re interested in learning more about that, please feel free to contact us at 408-736-7600 or info@breakthroughpt.com.
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Remote employees who have spent the pandemic working from kitchen tables, couches and beds may be feeling more aches and pains than usual. Compounded with stress and anxiety, a raft of physical ailments from poor ergonomics are leading to exploding health

04/12/2023

For this month’s skills lab, our physical therapists discussed and demonstrated ACL rehabilitation methods. They were joined by our Aide Team as a critical part of the rehab team.

The physical therapists collectively discussed timelines for different stages of rehabilitation, goals at each stage, and preparing patients for return to sport. They demonstrated manual therapy techniques and exercises for regaining full range of motion and strength during ACL rehab.

It was another amazing skills lab and it was great seeing each one of our physical therapists discuss their topic to educate our team and collaborate to improve the outcomes for this population.

04/11/2023

Petar thought his foot pain was going to last forever.

He has visited many podiatrists and tried different kinds of insoles but nothing was able to resolve the pain he had for years.

Petar asked his podiatrist if seeking physical therapy would be a great idea however his podiatrist believed it wasn’t going to work.

Fortunately, physical therapy benefitted him a lot better and faster than what he previously tried and the rest is history.

Please feel free to watch Petar’s Patient BreakThrough to learn more about his journey and his progress with physical therapy.

If you are also struggling with foot pain like Petar, please feel free to contact us at info@breakthroughpt.com or 408-736-7600. We hope to see you soon!
https://youtu.be/byp0WL2v1CA

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Our patient, Petar, was dealing with foot pain for years, and from seeing many podiatrists and testing out serval insoles, nothing was able to help resolve h...

04/09/2023

Happy Easter!

We hope our BreakThrough community is enjoying this Easter Sunday with their loved ones.

If you do not celebrate Easter, we hope you’re enjoying this day regardless!

04/08/2023

Happy Birthday, Diana! Thank you for being a supportive Care Team member and for being a fun person to be around. We appreciate having you be a part of our amazing team and without you, it would not be complete. Enjoy your birthday treating yourself or spending quality time with your loved ones!

04/06/2023

Happy National Pajama Day!

As you can see, the BreakThrough team is as comfy as we can be.

But don't worry, we're still here to provide you care, and definitely not going to bed anytime soon!

04/04/2023

One of our most recent patients is currently dealing with horrible lower back spasms.

She’s been dealing with lower back spasms for almost a week which caused difficulty in her everyday activities; she had to limit her exercise and everyday chores since it caused immense pain when she tried to do anything.

We’re so fortunate that she initiated her journey to a better back by seeking help from BreakThrough however we hope this teaches a lesson for everybody around the world: please do not start seeking help when it is too late!

If our patient started seeking help from the first day she was feeling pain but she was unsure of what the pain could be, she could’ve had answers to her questions through our Virtual Health Consultation program where she could’ve spoken to one of our physical therapists through a private one on one session.

Regardless, we’re glad we were able to onboard her and now we can start her journey toward better health!
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04/01/2023

BreakThrough has something exciting to introduce to everybody…

We are now introducing a new service called Reverse Gravity Therapy.

With Reverse Gravity Therapy, we are implementing our new technology to suspend our patients to the ceiling. Through this treatment method, we can improve treating specific body parts and increase blood flow to the brain.

We will start offering this service on 4/31/2023 so don’t forget to mark it on your calendar!

Oh, and also, don’t forget…

Happy April Fools! We hope you enjoyed this playful joke and our fun take on April Fools. And just to clarify, we will not be offering Reverse Gravity Therapy anytime soon!

03/30/2023

Happy National Doctor’s Day!

BreakThrough would like to take this opportunity to thank the doctors who trust us to refer their patients to us for high-quality physical therapy and care.

Thank you to our doctors for always being our trusted guide when it comes to health; we appreciate all the help you provide to every patient and every physical therapy clinic you all come across.
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03/28/2023

No one wants to put a pause on their active lifestyle, but when we are faced with knee pain, we have to do what we have to do.

If you start feeling pain & stiffness in your knee, your probability of having knee OA is high.

Knee OA, better known as knee osteoarthritis, is one of the most common forms of arthritis and about 46% of people will develop it in their lifetime.

To ensure you can continue to enjoy sports or even a brisk walk around your neighborhood, BreakThrough has a knee OA program that can provide you with an email series with knee OA management tips, a full guide with pictures and descriptions of knee OA exercises, 50% off virtual consultations, and exclusive insider invites to events.

If you would like to learn more about our knee OA program, please visit this link or please feel free to contact us at 408-736-7600 or info@breakthroughpt.com.

We hope you take advantage of this amazing program so we can see you thrive again in your daily activities again!
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03/23/2023

Now that spring is here, this means that spring sports are in full swing.

Many student-athletes have the habit of preparing horribly before a game or competition, however, that’s not necessarily their fault; many student-athletes may not have the resources readily available and they have to worry about their academics on top of their sport which makes it harder for them to seek out resources on their own time.

As a result of unpreparedness, we see too many student-athletes in physical therapy for preventable injuries, which takes time away from their studies and training.

Through BreakThrough’s Sports Program, not only can student-athletes avoid preventable injuries, but they can also discover new training methods to help excel them further in their sport.

If you want to set your student-athletes up for success, please do not hesitate to reach out to 408-736-7600 or info@breakthroughpt.com to receive more information on our Sports Program.
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03/21/2023

Happy Birthday, Daniel! We hope you have a fun and safe birthday spent well with your loved ones and your cat. Thank you for being an amazing physical therapist to all of your patients and for being a supportive team member!

03/20/2023

Sometimes things do not go as planned, and that’s okay.

One of our patients set a New Year’s Resolution of being more consistent at weightlifting but the unfortunate has happened: our patient developed a swelling knee from squatting too heavily at the gym.

Due to the incident, he had to put his gym membership on hold which set his New Year’s Resolution back even more.

To see how he can get back on track, he had to take time off work to visit the doctor, which is a hassle on his end.

At BreakThrough, we onboarded 5 people with similar situations last week so this is definitely not a rare occurrence we see here at the clinic.

Luckily, through their VHC seasons, our patients are able to explain their situation and their goals in detail to their therapist so their therapist can provide them with personal, expert guidance suited to their needs.

We are so glad to see so many of our patients thrive off of our VHC program and that reminds us why we do what we do; all we want to do is provide high-quality care to people so they can live their best lives.

Have you ever had your New Year’s Resolution set back before? Please feel free to share your story in the comments below!
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03/17/2023

At BreakThrough, we’re always feeling lucky 🍀

Be sure to wear green when you’re heading into your appointment today, otherwise, the Admin team will pinch ya!

Do you have St Patrick’s Day plans? Let us know in the comments below!