Slowing the Progression of Parkinson’s Disease with LSVT BIG Therapy
“Research, research, research,” Ken Adkins repeated this over and over again. But it was just that, research, that put Ken on the right track to save his mobility, and ultimately, his life, following his diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease. Through his research, Ken discovered LSVT BIG therapy at Riverview Health Rehab & Fitness. Parkinson’s disease affects […]
Overcoming Hip Pain to Serve Our Community
Laura Krieg, 54, walks steadily across the lawn of the historic Noblesville courthouse. It’s a beautiful day—and until recently—a walk this long would have caused her excruciating pain. Laura is a deputy with the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and has served at the Hamilton County Government and Judicial Center since 2004. While on the job, […]
Overcoming COVID-19, a Stroke and Cancer: Janeen’s Story
If you’ve visited the maternity unit at Riverview Health, there is a strong chance you’ve encountered Janeen Wuwert’s smiling face. Janeen has been a unit secretary at Riverview Health for nine years. She says what she loves most about her job is meeting all the patients, family and friends who come through the door. Janeen […]
A Comeback Story: Gaining Strength With Physical Therapy
High school senior Jada Propst is a busy teenager. She has a variety of hobbies, which range from reading and writing to show choir and baking. She’s also an athlete and has been swimming competitively for seven years. Like many other students, Jada’s high school journey was altered because of COVID-19. At the onset of […]
A Tall Order: Beating Breast Cancer and Lymphedema
Shannon Watson’s phone began to ring. As a Riverview Health employee herself, she quickly recognized the number as her doctor’s office. Shannon excused herself from her desk to take the call in private. During the call Shannon got the news she had been fearing—she had breast cancer. Once back at her desk, the severity of […]
Eyes of Kindness
Kim Hogge pulls her sketchbooks out of her bag and opens them to display the work inside. The sketches start simple—the outline of a face with nothing more than eyes, a nose and a mouth. Some of the drawings are even a little sloppy, while others more precise. But as you flip through the sketchbook, […]
#MyFocus: Just Keep Moving
Noblesville resident James D. Anderson (JD) is a proud band parent. His son, Connor, is a percussionist in the Noblesville High School band. Someone who loves being involved with his community, JD volunteers to help build props for the band’s halftime shows. It’s something he loves doing and continues to do—even after a traumatic accident […]
A Few Helping Hands: Treating Patients as a Team
Noblesville resident Jenni Backs had just finished a meeting at her church, Our Lady of Grace, on the evening of Monday, Aug. 27, 2018. She stopped by the Noblesville Wal-Mart to grab a few items before heading home. Little did Jenni know, her evening was about to go from normal to traumatic. Jenni stopped to […]
Is Oncology Rehab for You?
Today is World Cancer Day, making it the perfect opportunity to talk about the potentially life changing resources available for those who have received or are currently receiving treatment for cancer. Each oncology patient has unique health needs throughout treatment and survivorship. Outpatient therapy is one way to provide relief from long-term side effects caused […]
Get the DL on Treating Low Back Pain
By Susan Beckwith, Outpatient Rehab Clinical Liaison, and Sherrill Seibert, PT Low back pain is the second leading cause of disability in the United States. It can affect sleep, the ability to exercise and general activities of daily living—making our spine health an important part of our health and well-being. Here are some practical ways […]