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Physical Therapy Rehab and Covid-19 While most people make a full recovery from Covid-19, others aren’t as lucky. Covid-19 can affect the body in many ways, with illness severity ranging from mild to critical. While 81 of people experience severe symptoms that could last several weeks or months. We probably will not know the long-term effects of this virus until many years from now; however, there are many symptoms of covid that present themselves today that physical therapy can help trea...

Instant Pot Beef and Barley Soup This Instant Pot Beef and Barley Soup is a quick way to enjoy this hearty and flavorful soup. It’s full of tender meat and vegetables, and it’s perfectly satisfying for these cold winter months. Made by our very own Melissa Preece PT, DPT! Enjoy.Melissa Preece's dog Zuko staring down her soup. Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 30 mins Total time: 40 mins Servings: 8 Calories: 334 kcal Ingredients: 2 pounds (1kg) beef stew meat 2 tablespoo...

Home Workout Ideas As we get further along into the winter months, many people have turned to at-home workouts. With Covid-19 still present, many can’t go to a gym or workout classes anymore. But your workouts don’t need to suffer! Staying active is not only important for your physical health but also your mental health as well. Here are some workout ideas to keep you on track this winter. Cardio Alternatives: Need to get in a quick high-intensity workout at home? Listed below a...

Grilled Shrimp Kabobs Need a quick and healthy meal during a busy week that can be easily customized? These grilled shrimp paired with vibrant colored veggies give your tastebuds a treat.  Ingredients  1lb of shrimp frozen or fresh 2 bell peppers (any color works) 1 red onion Cajun seasoning  Olive oil 1 bag of microwavable jasmine rice  Skewers soaked in water                             &nbs...

Outdoor Activities To Do This Winter  Looking for new outdoor activities to keep you active this winter? We’ve got you covered. Listed below are three  activities that are great for the whole family, and are physically distanced from others.    Chickadee Ridge Snowshoe Hike- New Washoe City, NV  If you haven’t been to Chickadee Ridge, you’re in for a treat. This 3-mile hike has amazing views of Lake Tahoe, and you can feed the Chickadee birds right ...