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Please help us welcome the newest member of the Optimum Health & Wellness team, Stacy Fulcher, PTA! 💙🎉 With more than 13 years of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant, Stacy has helped patients in home health, post-acute rehabilitation, and outpatient care. Her background in the U.S. Army and local agriculture has shaped her compassionate, dependable approach to helping others.

Stacy is passionate about empowering people through movement, education, and whole-body wellness, believing physical therapy is about much more than recovering from an injury. She is committed to making wellness more accessible throughout the Ketchikan community while building meaningful relationships with every patient she serves. We are excited to have Stacy on our team and know our patients will benefit from her experience, kindness, and dedication. Join us in giving her a warm welcome!

❤️ Learn more or request an appointment today: https://optimumalaska.com/request-physical-therapy-appointment/?utm_source=pes_custom&utm_medium=social

Tingling, numbness, or unexplained pain could be coming from your nerves ⚡ EMG and Nerve Conduction Studies help identify the root cause so you can get the right treatment plan.

These advanced diagnostic tools provide clear answers and guide your recovery with precision. If you are unsure what is causing your symptoms, we are here to help.

Schedule your visit today: https://optimumalaska.com/request-physical-therapy-appointment/?utm_source=pes_custom&utm_medium=social 🔍

⚡ That pins-and-needles sensation may seem harmless, but recurring tingling, numbness, or “pins and needles” could be your body's way of telling you something needs attention.

Our latest newsletter explores some of the possible causes of these sensations and explains how physical therapy can help identify movement-related factors, improve mobility, restore strength, and support better nerve and muscle function. Understanding the source of your symptoms is an important first step toward finding the right treatment and preventing discomfort from interfering with your daily life.

Don't ignore the signals your body is sending you. Read the full article to discover what that pins-and-needles sensation could be trying to tell you! 💙

https://optimumalaska.com/newsletter/is-that-pins-and-needles-sensation-trying-to-tell-you-something/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=social

🏥 From stiffness and swelling to rebuilding strength and balance, post-surgery recovery comes with many challenges. Physical therapy helps guide patients through each phase with personalized care designed to improve mobility and support long-term success.

https://optimumalaska.com/post-surgery-recovery-how-physical-therapy-helps-heal/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=social

Hip pain can make walking, hiking, and everyday movement more difficult than it should be 🚶. Summer is the perfect time to stay active, but discomfort can hold you back from doing what you enjoy.

Physical therapy helps improve strength, mobility, and stability so you can move with ease again. Do not let hip pain limit your summer.

Request your appointment today: https://optimumalaska.com/request-physical-therapy-appointment/?utm_source=pes_custom&utm_medium=social 💪

Something exciting has arrived at Optimum Health & Wellness! 🌿✨ Meet Limber Lounge, our new one-on-one assisted stretching program designed to help you move more freely, feel better, and support your overall wellness.

Unlike stretching on your own, assisted stretching allows a trained specialist to guide your body through targeted stretches while you simply relax.

Here's what you can expect:
🟣 Improve flexibility and increase your range of motion
🟣 Reduce muscle tension and everyday stiffness
🟣 Support better posture and overall body alignment
🟣 Enhanced circulation improved energy levels
You'll also experience:
🟣 Support for athletic performance & recovery
🟣 Relax and recharge while promoting recovery and stress relief
🟣 Move with greater ease during work, hobbies, and daily activities
🟣 Home stretching guidance to keep progress moving forward
Every Limber Lounge session includes a personalized flexibility assessment, one-on-one guidance, targeted stretching for your areas of concern, and recommendations to help you maintain your progress at home.

Whether you're a fisherman, office worker, hiker, athlete, or simply looking to feel less stiff, Limber Lounge is designed to help you move with confidence. We're also excited that our newest Physical Therapist Assistant, Stacy Fulcher, PTA, is helping lead this new wellness program and bring assisted stretching to the Ketchikan community.

Ready to experience the difference? Call (907) 225-7808 to learn more or book your Limber Lounge session today! 🌿💜 https://optimumalaska.com/request-physical-therapy-appointment/?utm_source=pes_custom&utm_medium=social

Shoulder pain can sneak up during summer activities like kayaking, fishing, or lifting overhead 🎣 If left untreated, it can limit your strength and range of motion. Physical therapy helps reduce pain, restore mobility, and prevent the issue from getting worse. Get back to your favorite activities with confidence.

Request your appointment today: https://optimumalaska.com/request-physical-therapy-appointment/?utm_source=pes_custom&utm_medium=social 💪

Feeling run down or dealing with lingering soreness can make it harder to enjoy your summer activities ☀️ Our wellness services are designed to support recovery, improve circulation, and help your body feel more energized. Whether you are staying active or getting back on track, we are here to support your overall health and performance.

Take the next step toward feeling your best: https://optimumalaska.com/request-physical-therapy-appointment/?utm_source=pes_custom&utm_medium=social 🌿

✨ Did you know that movement, hydration, and proper positioning can all impact post-surgical swelling? Our latest blog explores simple but effective ways to support healing and reduce discomfort during recovery with guidance from physical therapy professionals.

https://optimumalaska.com/post-surgical-swelling-management-with-physical-therapy/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=social

Looking for a safe, supportive place to stay active? Our wellness gym membership gives you access to a professional environment focused on your health and goals 🏋️ Whether you’re continuing your therapy journey or maintaining your progress, we’re here to help you stay strong and moving well. It’s more than a gym, it’s a path to long-term wellness. Learn more or get started today: https://optimumalaska.com/request-physical-therapy-appointment/?utm_source=pes_custom&utm_medium=social 💪