If you have recently undergone surgery or have sustained an injury, accident, or illness, physical therapy can play a vital role in reducing your pain and restoring your mobility during the healing process. First, however, you need to find the right certified physical therapist (PT) to ensure the most successful recovery. Where do you start
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How a Physical Therapist Can Help You
For some conditions, your doctor recommends you undergo a physical therapy program. That’s a great idea because physical therapy treatments assist people of all ages in their recovery from and managing a wide array of injuries, surgeries, and ongoing medical conditions. Let’s talk about some of the many ways a physical therapist can help you
Read MoreWho Needs DOT Physicals?
If you operate a heavy vehicle, such as a freight-carrying truck or school bus, you must qualify for a Commercial Driver’s License or CDL. Part of the qualification process is a physical examination with a certified medical provider listed in the national registry of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration or FMCSA. Let’s talk about
Read More10 Physical Therapy Activities For Sciatica Pain
As anyone who has experienced it will tell you, there are few conditions as agonizing and debilitating as sciatica pain. It occurs when the sciatic nerve – which extends all the way from your lower back to your legs — becomes pinched. It is usually caused by a herniated disc in the spine but can
Read MoreThe Top Benefits Of Outpatient Surgery
For most people, the word “surgery” conjures up unsettling images of a complex operation followed by a lengthy stay recuperating in a hospital bed. Fortunately, however, modern technology and techniques have made it possible to undergo minimally invasive procedures for a wide variety of conditions that enable you to go home on the same day.
Read MorePatient Testimonials for RCH
Earlier this year, Ringgold County Hospital (RCH) was recognized as a top-performing rural hospital in The Chartis Group Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals for 2022. Therefore, it is unsurprising that patient testimonials for RCH reflect the high standard of care, making it a great choice for all your medical needs. Let’s look at what makes
Read MoreWhat Services/Orders Can We Complete at RCH for Another Provider?
Ringgold County Hospital (RCH) provides high-quality, comprehensive, and convenient medical care to patients of all ages in Mount Ayr, Iowa, and the surrounding communities. The hospital offers a wide range of services to ensure patients get the high-quality and diverse healthcare they need without having to travel to a big city hospital. RCH is a
Read MoreThe Importance of Community Involvement in Rural Hospitals
Data shows that rural healthcare organizations – like Ringgold County Hospital (RCH) in Mount Ayr, Iowa – that implement community involvement strategies can improve the quality of healthcare in the communities they serve. That’s because community engagement addresses socioeconomic issues that are at the root causes of many healthcare issues which, in turn, improves health
Read MoreCommon Procedures A General Surgeon Performs
Everyone is familiar with the term “surgeon.” However, the title “general surgeon” might have you wondering exactly what differentiates one specialist from another. Basically, general surgeons are physicians who are specially trained to diagnose and manage an extensive range of diseases and disorders that may require surgical treatment. In fact, they are qualified to perform
Read MoreGeneral Surgery Procedures That Are Typically Performed
The surgeons at Ringgold County Hospital (RCH) are highly trained physicians who perform a wide range of surgeries on the head, neck, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, and more. The procedures may be diagnostic or curative in nature, or both. Thanks to advances in medicine, these operations are less invasive than ever before. Here are
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