Dehydration By: Michelle Ripperger, PT, DPT As the weather warms and students get back in to the swing of fall athletics, dehydration is a concern that should be addressed. Dehydration occurs when more water exits the human system than is taken in. Since nearly 75% of the human body’s weight is made up of water,. . .
Month: August 2014
Meet a New Member of Our Team: Colton Aman
Colton Aman PT, DPT Colton Aman is a Blair, NE native who attended Blair High School with his favorite memories involving high school soccer and Omaha club soccer. He then moved to Omaha to attend the University of Nebraska at Omaha, majoring in Civil Engineering. After discovering his passion for Physical Therapy, Colton attended the. . .
Concussion Pre- and Post-Screening
The first concern of every athlete or parent should be protection of the head. When safety measures fail, the injury doesn’t end with the insult. Understanding a patient’s difficulty with balance and unique healing process is vital to full recovery. Every injury is different, because every person is different. Focused assessment with our concussion specialist. . .
The Hidden Dangers
We hear about it all the time, but is it really necessary for your son, the star running back to sit out of the big game because of a concussion? The answer is yes, and the Athletic Trainer’s decision could have saved his life. Concussion injury rates are typically found to range from 3% –. . .
Player Safety
It’s that time of year… School and sports are around the corner. It is necessary to take precautions to stay safe and healthy. The Makovicka Physical Therapy family wants to help you prepare for this upcoming season. Please stay tuned for our upcoming blog discussion covering varying topics from concussions, hydration and many more! Physical. . .