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“When I did rehab at Gwinnett SportsRehab, I had a lot of one-on-one attention, which I didn’t receive at other rehabilitation centers,” Andrew says. “It was great because they knew me by name when I came in and were all very supportive. They knew I wanted to get back to what I loved, so they made sure to keep that the focus of my rehab.” “Andrew was a hard worker and very determined to get back to running and playing sports,” says Becky Thompson, P.T., CSCS, MDT, of Gwinnett SportsRehab. “He was very disciplined during rehab.” For more information about the Sports Medicine Program at Gwinnett Medical Center–Duluth or to find an orthopedic surgeon, call 678-312-5000 or visit gwinnettsportsmed.com. Choose Atlanta’s Sports Medicine Specialists Setting RecoRdS It was because of that discipline that Andrew was able to participate in the Lanier Under the Lights 5K race Nov. 13, just seven months after having his ACL and meniscus repaired. The race was a family affair, as Andrew’s parents, Bill and Susan, and brother, William, all participated. Andrew set a personal record of 22:21 and placed second in his age group, just behind his older brother. Andrew reports that his running has actually improved since the surgery, so it’s likely that Lanier Under the Lights will be the first of many racing triumphs post-surgery for this determined athlete. Playing sports is a love and passion of Andrew’s, and he won’t let an injury keep him from pursuing that. Rehabilitation for Runners at Gwinnett SportsRehab the running rehabilitation program at gwinnett SportsRehab (gSR) specializes in the evaluation and treatment of running-related injuries. every runner has a distinct gait pattern, stride length, body type and flexibility level. Using a variety of tools, gSR physical therapists assess each area to identify running problems and the potential for injury. the goal of rehabilitation is to manage common running injuries and to restore strength and flexibility, returning runners to their previous level of activity— from recreational to competitive—as soon as possible. evaluation and treatment of running injuries by a physical therapist requires a physician referral. For more information, call gSR’s Becky thompson, P.t., cScS, Mdt, at 678-312-2803. Andrew Fleming (left photo, from left), and his parents, Susan and Bill, and brother, William, ran a 5K just seven months after Andrew had his ACL and meniscus repaired. cALL Andrew Fleming (No. 236 above) says his running has improved since he had knee surgery. Vim & Vigor • Fall 201 1 51 http://www.gwinnettsportsmed.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Fall 2011 - Gwinnett Medical Center

Vim & Vigor - Fall 2011 - Gwinnett Medical Center
Contents
Phil's Feature
So Long, Suffering
The Will to Recover
Healthy Hues
The New Survivors
First (Aid) Things First
Find Your Groove
A Healthy Tune
Stay in Circulation
‘X’ Marks the Spot
Pregnancy Predictors
Play It Safe
Prime Time Health
Full Strength
Lifesaving Gift
Out of the White Coat
Transforming Healthcare

Vim & Vigor - Fall 2011 - Gwinnett Medical Center