Reconnecting: Ann MacDonald Finds Her Footing For Ann MacDonald, life has always been about connection — to people, to places, and to the quiet beauty of the outdoors. Three years ago though, she had a fall that threw her off her path – in more ways than one. While out…
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Back Out There With Kiki Cutter
Alpine skier, Kiki Cutter, is the first American to win a World Cup Event (1968), amassing five victories in total and competing in the Grenoble Winter Games. At 74, many knee surgeries later, she remains just as committed to getting outside and exploring the Upper Valley, where she has resided since 2010. We recently had a chance to sit down and chat with her about how she does it, her tips to a successful rehab, and the keys to staying active.
Read MoreWhere I Am Today With Sarah Hils
WHERE I AM TODAY -Sarah Hils When Sarah Hils ruptured her ACL playing softball, she was worried and frustrated about getting back to her favorite activities. Nine months later, post reconstruction surgery and Physical Therapy at Cioffredi & Associates in Lebanon, she had this to say… “I feel stronger than…
Read MoreMAKE IT HAPPEN: From the ER to 4000ft With Kristin Judge
MAKE IT HAPPEN With Kristin Judge BOY, DO I HAVE A STORY TO TELL about not being able to do what I love (hiking the high peaks) and how I have been able to get back to being me! It all started In October of 2020, when I was sidelined from…
Read MoreAna’s Dream: Ana Utell Embarks On Dream Trip Despite Setbacks
Ana’s Dream “It is my dream… One day I want to go to Paris!” -Ana Utell “Originally, I’m from Colombia. I went to a French school and I learned everything in French: math and science and everything. It was like being in France in school! So the culture is for…
Read MoreBrighter Days With Sharon Guaraldi: A Post-Stroke New Normal
Brighter Days -Sharon Guaraldi This past July, I was rushed to the hospital with what I learned had been a stroke. After 4 days in a rehab facility, it was decided I would be able to go home for further rehab and medical visits. Results of the stroke included huge…
Read MoreThe Challenge: At 73, Judy Lombardi Rises to New Challenges
The Challenge Soon to be 73, Judy Lombardi is still putting on a clinic at the CrossFit gym… “When I was in high school or college, we had nothing like CrossFit. Women never lifted weights… [But when I turned 61], my friends said, “You should try this,” And so I…
Read MoreThe Latest in Pain Relief Technology: The NEUBIE
The Latest in Pain Relief Technology: The NEUBIE The latest in pain relief technology, the NEUBIE has a unique and profound effect in managing acute and chronic pain. Clinic trials have shown this technology works best as part of a comprehensive, multi-faceted, treatment plan targeted at your unique physiology, condition,…
Read MoreBack On Top With Doug Teschner
Back On Top with Doug Teschner At 72, after two knee replacement, Doug Teschner spent the last winter and spring hiking, climbing, and skiing… “In October 2019, I had my left knee replaced followed by the right in January 2020. It was a long road to recovery, set back by…
Read MoreOvercoming Pelvic Pain: Learning That You Don’t Have To Live With It
Overcoming Pelvic Pain Pelvic pain can be uncomfortable to discuss and even worse to experience. But because it isn’t talked about, many people don’t understand that many times, there are non-invasive strategies to effectively manage their pain including Pelvic Floor PT. Our patients have graciously shared their stories about their…
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