Places to
Kurt Bruenderman Physical Therapy
stop aches and pains
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2907 Beaumont Rd. 502.456.5199
By Jessica Smith / Photos by melissa donald
Why you’ll love it: Norton’s Headache & Concussion Center develops a custom treatment and prevention plan addressing the whole person, from nutrition to physical therapy. And, its proximity to the newly developing Norton Women’s Hospital means smooth transitions between inpatient and outpatient treatments to find the most effective solution for headaches. What else you’ll find: Physicians who are specially trained in treating headache disorders and treatment options range from physical therapy to trigger point injections and surgeries. You’ll also find clinical trials of new Norton Headache & treatments and free monthly Concussion Center education classes led by physicians. Located at Norton Suburban Hospital 502.629.1234 nortonhealthcare.com
Why you’ll love it: Physical therapist Kurt Bruenderman has “healing hands.” He uses only his hands and ultrasound equipment to find the root of pain problems and work them out physiologically. His small practice ensures you get a quality appointment time with him. “Most patients get an hour of my time, which is almost unheard of in the physical therapy industry,” he says. What else you’ll find: Pain control techniques, special attention to the connective tissues between muscles and bones, customized instruction on strengthening yourself between appointments, and an independent care philosophy: “Hopefully, people only come to see me a few times before they learn to control pain and strengthen themselves,” Kurt says.
Occupational Kinetics 13100 Magisterial Dr., Suite 100 502.245.0767 myockn.com
A Therapeutic Touch 3640 Brownsboro Road (2 locations) 502.899.3949 atherapeutictouch.com Why you’ll love it: A Therapeutic Touch offers more than 10 types of massages to target pain anywhere on your body. Their new second location offers some special massages, including Ashiatsu, the deepest deep tissue massage you’ll find — it involves the therapist gently walking on your back while supporting herself with suspended parallel bars. What else you’ll find: Aromatherapy, skin exfoliation treatments, foot detox services, massage party. They’ll come to your home or office with private rooms and complimentary snacks.
Why you’ll love it: Occupational Kinetics offers healthcare services for your entire family under one roof. Offering everything from massage therapy and hormone treatments to sports injury rehab and chiropractic to allergy and cold or flu care, Occupational Kinetics is a one-stop shop. What else you’ll find: You’ll also find a new electronic medical record system designed for the iPad that will let you access your notes and appointments, receive reminders via text, phone, or email, and communicate with your clinician without having to make an appointment.
Ideal Feet
Why you’ll love it: You can’t go many places and see results in less than 10 minutes, but Ideal Feet specializes in speedy solutions for foot, knee, and back pain. Their arch supports carry a lifetime guarantee and are designed to fit any shoe.
4600 Shelbyville Road #218 502.893.7999 Idealfeet.com
What else you’ll find: More than 100 sizes and styles of arch support products, free walk-in consultations, and results in an advertised seven minutes or less.
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January
2013
Today’s Woman