 As humans, we are made to worship. We long to believe in something bigger than ourselves. Many times, this presents itself in our pursuit of money, fame, success, or any other worldly pleasure. We chase after fleeting happiness, temporary pleasure, or even godly desires that have taken the place of the Giver Himself. The awe factor of each of these quickly diminishes as we realize the emptiness that comes with worshiping the created instead of the Creator. This week, may we stand in awe of the Almighty. He exists to be glorified and our hearts long to be filled with life that only He can give. The nature of God demands our worship and in return, our souls are filled as we experience a glimpse into a restored relationship with our Creator. Through Jesus’ death on the cross, we are able to experience true fulfillment due to the righteousness we receive through him.
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"Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain. Even if I am to be poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrificial offering of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all. Likewise, you also should be glad and rejoice with me." Phil. 2:14-18
Have you ever stopped to think about the impact your attitude can have on the people around you? We have the ability to choose whether we live a life filled with the joy of the Lord or muddle through, dragging everyone down around us. As Christians, we are called to be a light in the darkness. What better way to stand out in the midst of our culture than to be full of joy, even when the world around us is dark as night. Throughout this week, be aware of your attitude and notice the difference that occurs when you radiate God's glory, power, and hope due to the promise you have in Christ. Patients that have experienced symptoms related to Covid-19 can display varying side effects after recovery. A physical therapist will assess the patient through an evaluation to determine their baseline and limitations following their illness. Following the virus, some limitations you might notice are decreased cardiovascular endurance, excessive fatigue, difficulty with deep breathing, decreased strength, joint pain, and balance. These ailments can translate into difficulty with returning to daily activities. Physical therapists can aid in improving the patient’s limitations and educate the patient to assist with return to their prior level of activity.
We have also seen patients that were not diagnosed with Covid-19 but are de-conditioned following inactivity over the past year. These patients will also benefit from physical therapy to improve restrictions and return to activity. -Chris Markham, PTPatients that have experienced symptoms related to Covid-19 can display varying side effects after recovery. A physical therapist will assess the patient through an evaluation to determine their baseline and limitations following their illness. Following the virus, some limitations you might notice are decreased cardiovascular endurance, excessive fatigue, difficulty with deep breathing, decreased strength, joint pain, and balance. These ailments can translate into difficulty with returning to daily activities. Physical therapists can aid in improving the patient’s limitations and educate the patient to assist with return to their prior level of activity. We have also seen patients that were not diagnosed with Covid-19 but are de-conditioned following inactivity over the past year. These patients will also benefit from physical therapy to improve restrictions and return to activity. -Chris Markham, PT To understand the difference between PT and OT, we first have to define the scope of each of their practices. PT is defined by the APTA as movement experts who optimizes quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education. OT is defined as a therapy to maximize participation and engagement with meaningful, everyday life activities. For example, a patient with hip issues would see a PT to increase strength and decrease pain. go upstairs in their home or get into a car with less difficulty. A patient with hip issues would see an OT to better perform daily tasks such as improving the ability to get dressed, go upstairs in their home, or get into a car with less difficulty.
-Josh Ross, PTA “I'm not what I do. I'm not what I have. I'm not what other people say about me. I am the beloved of God. It's who I am and no one can take it from me. I don't have to worry. I don't have to hurry. I can trust my friend Jesus and share His love with the world.” I came across this quote and it struck something in my heart to begin unpacking the deep implications its truths have on my life. We all have a fear of being rejected, left out, seen as weird, or uncool. Our society has put so much focus on conforming to a certain image, forcing us to find our identity in being successful, popular, and politically correct. Even as strong Christians, these cultural messages seep into our thinking and rob us of the freedom we have in Christ. It enslaves us, bonds us to constantly searching for fulfillment in anything other than Christ. Satan uses these distractions not to make us hate God, but to distract us from living a life dedicated to His glory. He sidelines us, making our testimony obsolete and meaningless. My fear of rejection from the world often silenced me from boldly living into Christ and who He created me to be. I knew the truth of the Gospel in my head and heart, but I was still attached to the world’s perception of Christ-followers. I wanted to love Jesus, but not too much. I wanted to follow Christ, but not too much. I wanted to live differently, but not too much...not too much that I couldn't fall back into what the world saw as acceptable. I was enslaved to the middle ground, constantly bouncing between the truths I believed and the world I wanted to fit into. Simply put, I was attempting to serving two masters. Slowly, the Lord started to show me where I was clinging to the world and how it was preventing me from fully walking into the freedom Christ offers me. He allowed situations in my life to help reveal where I put my identity and trust. As I came face to face with the decision to walk out what I claimed to believe or abandon it and follow the world, the full gravity of Christ’s faithfulness to bring me through the fiery trials of life left me with a clear vision of where my identity was founded. The Lord often strips away our faulty views of the Gospel by allowing suffering to lead us to our limitations. He brings us to the ends of ourselves, into our deepest fears and sorrows to grow new faith and dependence on Him. In 1 Peter, He calls us to suffer well, explaining that suffering produces a genuine dependence on Christ. If we cling to the promises of The Lord while our lives are broken through trials, He reveals Himself to be the ultimate source of Life, our only Hope, Redeemer, Healer, Sustainer, and Faithful Father. This produces the relationship needed to boldly stand up to the world and proclaim the Truth of who God is, what He has done, and who we are in Him. Our identity and allegiance are made known to us, propelling us forward into the world with unmatched confidence in Christ. We are no longer held down by the fear that once kept us from sharing the work of Christ with those around us. God’s love, mercy, and faithfulness enable us to get back into the game of life, fully committed to running after Jesus and living a life that gives all glory to Christ. We are freed from the desire to live up to the expectations of the world and become the hands and feet of Jesus, reaching a lost world desperate for hope and searching for confidence. Ephesians 3:12 "In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence." 2 Corinthians 12:9 "But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me."  “But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds, we are healed.”
Somehow The Lord always knows how to remind us of His sovereignty. This morning was like every other busy Wednesday morning until I saw Lou waving me over and reaching out his fist. Thinking he was giving me knuckles, I playfully fist-bumped him back and starting laughing. I quickly realized he was waiting to drop something into my hands. Lou is a fantastic woodworker, surprising our staff with gifts that leave us in awe. His love for giving gifts has touched each one of us in the clinic, exactly when we least expected it. This morning was no different. This little handmade cross dropped into my hands, reminding me of Easter and Isaiah 53. Such a simple gift represents so much sacrifice, rejection, love, and hope to a lost world longing to be reconciled to God the Father through Christ’s death on the cross. The cross represents a turning point in history and in eternity. From the time Jesus hung on that cross until forever, the angels and saints celebrate our sinless Savior stepping into His creation, conquering sin, pouring out His blood, and rising again. Oh, glorious day! May we worship at His feet, for Christ has set our wretched souls free. This little handmade cross, a free gift from Lou, reminds me of the ultimate free gift, my sweet salvation in Jesus Christ. 🤍 “Our savior displayed on a criminal's cross. Darkness rejoiced as though heaven had lost, but then Jesus arose with our freedom in hand. Oh, Your grace so free washes over me. It's your endless love pouring down on us. You have made us new, now life begins with You.” -Ellie Grace Darlington  What are Cervicogenic Headaches? These specific types of headaches originate in the cervical area and present themselves with pain in the head and neck. In simple terms, these headaches are a result of musculoskeletal impairments in the neck which send pain to the head. How do you know if you have CGHs? Some of the most common characteristics are pain on one side of the head, headaches lasting longer than 3 days in duration, and neck pain decreasing movement and/or range of motion. Arm pain on one side of the body would also further indicate the neck is the origin of your problems. Cervicogenic headaches typically affect individuals over the age of 40, additionally, women are 4x more likely to experience these headaches than men. This condition is more common than you may think, so if you feel you are suffering from Cervicogenic Headaches we are more than willing to help. Our Physical Therapists are specifically trained to treat CGHs and would love to evaluate you and set you on the road to a pain-free life.
Give us a call at (901)756-1650 or visit us at 8110 Cordova Road, Cordova TN in order to schedule an initial evaluation. |
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