Come join us as we revisit a routine that highlights the music from the movie Slumdog Millionaire.
For Restorative Yoga, find some cushions, large books, yoga blocks, blankets, whatever you can use instead of bolsters and blocks. We make it work. For more information on Restorative yoga, check out my site, niawithlinda.com. It is a lovely passive practice that gives the participant relaxation and calm. Who couldn’t use that right now.
If you are new to Nia and Restorative Yoga with Linda, these streaming classes are free. Share with anyone who you feel needs a little movement or peace in their lives during this period of social isolation.
So here is how it works. It will be easier for you if you download the Zoom client for meetings for a desktop or laptop, or the app for phones and tablets.
At my website, niawithlinda.com, you will want to click on the link for the class and time you are trying to join. Otherwise you will be all alone!
If you have downloaded the client/app, the meeting will open automatically in that interface.
If you have not downloaded the app/client, it should open in a web browser.
You can join early and sit in the waiting room. No magazines but no doctors either.
I’ll leave the audio open till the class starts. If I leave the audio on, it interferes with my audio and we can’t have that! I’ll open it back up at the end. If you need to get my attention, you can raise your hand. It is an icon in the middle of the bottom of the screen.
Over the last several weeks we’ve been getting to know the folks who help keep the Gloucester office of Harmeling PT running! In this week’s post we’re getting to know Jackie Wonson, PTA!
Jackie is a new addition to the Harmeling Physical Therapy team. She enjoys working with a wide variety of patients and diagnoses. Jackie is a Gloucester native and in her free time she loves camping, working out, traveling and going to the beach with her friends!
Give a call today to set up your appointment at the Gloucester office, and make sure you say hi to Jackie when you come in!
WHAT IS CONSIDERED ROAD RANGE AND LEARN IF YOU MIGHT BE THE CAUSE OF IT?
(1) Aggressive driving has been a problem on our roadways for a while, and it seems to only be getting worse. Incidents of screaming, rude gestures, and sometimes even violence are reported frequently on our roadways to the point where it has earned its own name: road rage. Learn what causes road rage, whether you are prone to it, and how you can help to keep our roads safe by not giving in to road rage.
Definition of Road Rage
Written by SafeMotorist.comThe term Road Rage was coined by local news station KTLA in Los Angeles after a string of shootings occurred on several freeways in the city. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration defines road rage as when a driver “commits moving traffic offenses so as to endanger other persons or property; an assault with a motor vehicle or other dangerous weapon by the operator or passenger of one motor vehicle on the operator or passengers of another motor vehicle”.
The NHTSA makes a clear distinction between road rage and aggressive driving, where the former is a criminal charge and the latter a traffic offense. This definition places the blame on the driver.
Road Rage Quiz
You may like to think that road rage is something that only happens to other people, but the truth is many of us are guilty of aggressive behavior on the road. Ask yourself these questions and answer honestly:
Do you regularly drive over the speed limit, or try to “beat” red lights because you are in a hurry?
Do you tailgate or flash your headlights at a driver in front of you that you believe is driving too slowly?
Do you honk the horn often?
Do you ever use obscene gestures or otherwise communicate angrily at another driver?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, it is possible you are susceptible to road rage. Many times when a road rage incident occurs it is because the person was under stress in other areas of their life. The addition of congested traffic can add to stress, which then explodes when it is perceived someone else on the road has acted in an aggressive way, whether intentional or not.
Do You Cause Road Rage?
Even if you answered no to the questions above, are you sure you aren’t causing others to lash out with road rage? Ask yourself these questions as well:
Do you keep your high beams on, regardless of oncoming traffic?
Do you switch lanes or make turns without using your turn signal?
Do you fail to check your blind spot before switching lanes to make sure you aren’t cutting someone off?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be contributing to causing road rage in others. While a violent reaction to switching lanes without a turn signal isn’t warranted, it’s best to not put yourself in that situation to begin with by always being aware of other drivers and driving cautiously.
Road Rage Statistics
The following statistics compiled from the NHTSA and the Auto Vantage auto club show that aggressive driving and road rage are causing serious problems on our roads.
66% of traffic fatalities are caused by aggressive driving.
37% of aggressive driving incidents involve a firearm.
Males under the age of 19 are the most likely to exhibit road rage.
Half of drivers who are on the receiving end of an aggressive behavior, such as horn honking, a rude gesture, or tailgating admit to responding with aggressive behavior themselves.
Over a seven year period, 218 murders and 12,610 injuries were attributed to road rage.
2% of drivers admit to trying to run an aggressor off the road!
How to Handle Road Rage
If you find that you have agitated another driver, whether the fault is truly yours or not, do not react or retaliate to the other driver on the road. This will only cause the situation to escalate. Remind yourself that the other driver is just bad at handling stress, avoid eye contact and continue to practice safe driving habits.
Unfortunately, it does not look like this problem is going away any time soon. All you can do is be a considerate, aware driver that follows the rules of the road. While it may be difficult in the heat of the moment, do not give in to feelings of anger or rage on the road. Think twice before you honk the horn or flip that finger, because you never know what may set off the person in the cars around you. Getting home safely is more important than teaching someone a dangerous lesson.
SafeMotorist.com Driving Safety Articles: This article was written by SafeMotorist.com defensive driving staff writers and reviewed for accuracy by defensive driving instructors. All articles are based on current traffic laws and defensive driving practices. This article is intended for educational purposes only, and should not be taken as legal advice or literal interpretation of any specific traffic law.
Come join us as we revisit a routine that highlights the music from the movie Slumdog Millionaire.
For Restorative Yoga, find some cushions, large books, yoga blocks, blankets, whatever you can use instead of bolsters and blocks. We make it work. For more information on Restorative yoga, check out my site, niawithlinda.com. It is a lovely passive practice that gives the participant relaxation and calm. Who couldn’t use that right now.
If you are new to Nia and Restorative Yoga with Linda, these streaming classes are free. Share with anyone who you feel needs a little movement or peace in their lives during this period of social isolation.
So here is how it works. It will be easier for you if you download the Zoom client for meetings for a desktop or laptop, or the app for phones and tablets.
At my website, niawithlinda.com, you will want to click on the link for the class and time you are trying to join. Otherwise you will be all alone!
If you have downloaded the client/app, the meeting will open automatically in that interface.
If you have not downloaded the app/client, it should open in a web browser.
You can join early and sit in the waiting room. No magazines but no doctors either.
I’ll leave the audio open till the class starts. If I leave the audio on, it interferes with my audio and we can’t have that! I’ll open it back up at the end. If you need to get my attention, you can raise your hand. It is an icon in the middle of the bottom of the screen.
In this week’s post we wanted to feature the Gloucester office’s favorite Physical Therapy Assistant, Ambar Cerrud, PTA!
Ambar has been with Harmeling Physical Therapy for 5 years. She is a certified postpartum exercise specialist, specializes in sports therapy and is a certified holistic nutritionist. Ambar is a Panamanian native, raised in New Orleans, and in her free time she loves to race paddleboards, travel and take her dog on adventures!
Give a call today to set up your appointment at the Gloucester office, and make sure you say hi to Ambar when you come in!
Come join us as we revisit a routine celebrating the great and groovy music of Motown. Hits like, Superstition, My Guy, Baby Love. You will be singing and dancing and having a great time!
For Restorative Yoga, find some cushions, large books, yoga blocks, blankets, whatever you can use instead of bolsters and blocks. We make it work. For more information on Restorative yoga, check out my site, niawithlinda.com. It is a lovely passive practice that gives the participant relaxation and calm. Who couldn’t use that right now.
If you are new to Nia and Restorative Yoga with Linda, these streaming classes are free. Share with anyone who you feel needs a little movement or peace in their lives during this period of social isolation.
So here is how it works. It will be easier for you if you download the Zoom client for meetings for a desktop or laptop, or the app for phones and tablets.
At my website, niawithlinda.com, you will want to click on the link for the class and time you are trying to join. Otherwise you will be all alone!
If you have downloaded the client/app, the meeting will open automatically in that interface.
If you have not downloaded the app/client, it should open in a web browser.
You can join early and sit in the waiting room. No magazines but no doctors either.
I’ll leave the audio open till the class starts. If I leave the audio on, it interferes with my audio and we can’t have that! I’ll open it back up at the end. If you need to get my attention, you can raise your hand. It is an icon in the middle of the bottom of the screen.
At Harmeling PT, we pride ourselves in the outstanding character of our staff! Not only will you receive top notch care from our physical therapists, you will also get to work with some of the most talented PT aides around. Today we wanted to take a moment to recognize some of our great Cape Ann aides! These individuals help keep our Gloucester, Manchester, and Wenham office running smoothly!
Hayley Willis is a 4 year veteran at HPT and an MCPHS student, and will be hitting the road to sunny California soon to complete her occupational therapy clinical requirements!
Dylan Leblanc, a 2019 graduate from Franklin Pierce University, has worked with us for over a year and will soon be heading back to Franklin Pierce to pursue his doctorate of physical therapy. His areas of interest in the clinic include neurological and sports rehabilitation. We will miss them both when they move on to their next big adventures!
Erin Reed-Coates has worked with us for 2 years and is pursuing her COTA at North Shore Community College.
Taylor Abbott just completed her third year at Franklin Pierce University in their PT program. She is a Gloucester grad and star athlete, helping us out while she is home for the summer!
Come on in and meet all of our fantastic staff if you have any orthopedic issues that we can help you with!
Visit us on the web at http://www.harmelingpt.com or give us a call at 978-283-0888 to set up an appointment!
