PardeeSelect Provider Spotlight: Chona Reguyal, M.D.

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Created on Monday, 28 January 2013 14:51

Written by Kristie Jones

Karen Winch, PTA, ATRIC, receives certification to offer Ai Chi courses at Pardee Rehab & Wellness

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Created on Monday, 28 January 2013 13:39

Karen Winch, PTA, ATRIC, at Pardee Rehab & Wellness Center has met the certification requirements to offer Ai Chi courses by The Aquatic Therapy and Rehab Institute, in conjunction with Ai Chi International.

Ai Chi is a water exercise and relaxation program that has been created to help aquatic practitioners and students decrease stress and increase energy by using the water in a flowing yet powerful progression. Personal trainers have found Ai Chi to be a valuable relaxation technique. Aquatic therapy and rehabilitation practitioners use this type of therapy for pain reduction, balance and improved range of motion and mobility for patients.

Winch also received her Back Hab certification through The Aquatic Therapy and Rehab Institute. Back Hab is used following trauma, for overuse injuries, surgery for discs and fusion, osteoporosis and to decrease stress and tension.

These services are available at the Pardee Rehab & Wellness Center located at 212-B Thompson Street. For more information call (828) 698-6774.

Pardee Urgent Care receives Certified Urgent Care designation

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Created on Thursday, 24 January 2013 13:16

Pardee Urgent Care has been designated as a Certified Urgent Care (Category I) by the Urgent Care Association of America, which distinguishes the quality of the operating model used at this location.  

“The health care environment is changing and it is becoming more important to patients to understand their treatment options. This new certification that Pardee Urgent Care has received emphasizes our commitment to serving our patients,” said Jennifer Hoots, CEO of Pardee Urgent Care.

X-ray and EKG services, as well as having the capability to perform minor procedures were some components Pardee Urgent Care provides that fulfill requirements for eligibility for this designation. Providing access to care seven days a week and commitment to having a licensed physician on-site during all posted hours of operation set Pardee Urgent Care apart from others.

Pardee Urgent Care provides expert medical attention seven days a week for unscheduled or urgent medical needs that are not considered emergencies. Pardee Urgent Care always provides patients with a board-certified physician on duty as well as a registered X-ray technologist and a registered nurse. There are also a dedicated occupational medicine nurse and experienced occupational medical staff as well.

Urgent Care Association of America (UCAOA) represents all professionals working in urgent care and was founded in 2004. There are over 3,200 members of the UCAOA from all over the world. UCAOA exist to advance and distinguish the role of urgent care medicine as a health care destination and support the ongoing success of our membership through education, advocacy, community awareness, benchmarking and promoting standards of excellence.

Have you checked out our wellness classes at Pardee Rehab & Wellness Center?

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Created on Tuesday, 22 January 2013 14:26

Written by Lauren Landon

Check out our wellness schedule for February at Pardee Rehab & Wellness Center. Remember, you don't have to be a member to take one of our classes.

Yogalates (yoga + pilates) - $8 for non-members

A blend of mind-body strength, balance, core and flexibility movements with clear, compassionate instruction for all levels. Practice is done in sitting, lying and standing positions. Mats are available. Mondays, 12 p.m. – 1p.m.                

Gentle Yoga - $8 for non-members 

A slower interpretation of the same full body movements and guided breathing that yoga offers. Great for beginners. Focus is on safely practicing strength, balance and flexibility postures for whole body health. Tuesdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Pilates-based Core - $3 for non-members

A mat class geared to strengthen and tone the core muscles of your abdomen, back, hips and thighs. All levels welcome. Mats provided. Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:30-11 a.m.

Flow Yoga - $8 for non-members.  

This is a moderate-paced flow of strength, flexibility and balancing postures guided with inspiring thoughts and options for most levels. Come see how a little work on the mat translates to happier living. Mats provided. Wednesdays & Fridays, 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

SilverSneakers Muscular Strength and Range of Motion (MSROM) - Available for SilverSneakers members only

This core class for Healthways' group exercise program is designed to increase strength, range of movement, agility, balance and coordination, and to improve participants' functional capacities, physical fitness level and sense of well-being. Must have physician permission to participate. Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30 p.m. & Fridays, 9 – 10 a.m.

Standing and Chair Yoga - $3 for non-members

Mind-body movement paired with deep breathing for individuals who cannot get up and down off the ground independently. Postures will include sitting and standing movements to relieve stiffness, improve balance and stability, and think more clearly. No experience required. Thursdays, 12:30 – 1 p.m.
 

Pardee protects patients from flu

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Created on Tuesday, 15 January 2013 15:31

Pardee Hospital has enforced the Visitor Restriction Policy which limits hospital patient's visitation to immediate family only and no one under 18 years of age.

"The health of our patients and the community are the highest concern of Pardee Hospital. Our policies and actions are designed to protect those at greatest risk during the flu season," said Robert T. Kiskaddon, M.D., FACEP Chief Medical Officer and Vice President Medical Affairs at Pardee.

This policy was put in action based off new information released from the Center of Disease Control (CDC). From statewide data of the 72 samples submitted to the State Laboratory of Public Health (SLPH) for viral testing, 50 tested positive for influenza during the past week. One tested positive for influenza B and one for 2009 H1N1; the rest were influenza A/H3. Hospital-based Public Health Epidemiologists (PHEs) reported 363 positive influenza results for week ending 12/15/12: 304 influenza A (not subtyped), 58 influenza A/H3 and 1 influenza B.

CDC can't predict how severe the upcoming flu season will be. However, the agency recommends that everyone six months of age and older get vaccinated against influenza each year. More than 112 million doses of seasonal influenza vaccine already have been distributed by vaccine manufacturers in the United States this season and more is expected.