Medical Professions Society Presentation - Wednesday, January 30, 2008 Sparkman High School
Michelle Nesin illustrating strength and balance
Sparkman High School sponsors the Medical Profession Society Program for students seeking a career in the medical profession. This program allows students to explore the avenues of the medical profession to better ensure success at the college level. In addition to a variety of educational alternatives, students are encouraged to pursue a formal degree program which will increase the level of their success and hopefully fulfill the dream of joining the medical profession. Our team was invited to inform and educate the students regarding the career path of a Physical Therapist. Michelle Nesin presented an educational and entertaining message which encouraged and created interest in our field. The program is an inspiration to young minds and a motivation to others to pursue their dreams.
NTS hosts Functional Orthopaedics Course - Thursday, January 24, 2008
We were fortunate to host a Functional Orthopaedics Course for Physical Therapists through the Institute of Physical Art. According to the IPA, Functional Orthopaedics is an integrated approach to patient care with emphasis on soft tissue mobilization with PNF, joint mobilization, and exercise training. This course presents a systematic and integrated approach for treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunction and pain, with emphasis on soft tissue mobilization. The cutting edge aspect of FOI is the integration of STM with PNF, joint mobilization, body mechanics training, and rehabilitative exercise programs. As course director, Cheryl Wardlaw was informative and entertaining. Our team was honored to host this course and look forward to hosting FO2 in June. The event was a great success due to the direction and leadership of Michelle Nesin and Brandi Lindsey.
2007 HELPline Turkey Trot - Thursday, November 22, 2007 Thanksgiving Day UAH Campus
Mr. Turkey, TJ, Janine Nesin and Bill Farris
Our team is excited to be a Tiny Turkey Trot Sponsor for the 14th Annual Turkey Trot scheduled for Thanksgiving morning on the campus of the University of Alabama in Huntsville. The race benefits HELPline, North Alabama’s crisis line and information referral service. This year the race will also benefit the new 2-1-1 call center, Huntsville’s local connection to the new national community information line. Five hundred runners are expected and the HELPline Turkey will be there again too.
He may not be the biggest turkey in the world (he probably is the biggest in Alabama) but the HELPline Turkey is indisputably the slowest living turkey in the world. He makes an appearance every year at the HELPline Turkey Trot. He’s finished dead last for the last 13 years in a row and he never even finishes the 5k run. His best race is the Tiny Tot Turkey Trot for children under 5. He always loses it too but at least he crosses the finish line. He’s also scheduled a tune up race at the Huntsville Hospital for Women and Children’s Child life Center on Tuesday before Thanksgiving.
Siemens Automotive VDO Health Fair - Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Our Team was fortunate to participate in the Siemens Automotive VDO Health Fair through the StayWell program. As an electronics parts manufacturer, the employees are presented with daily activities that require applying good body mechanics. We were excited to educate and promote the importance of correct posture and the value of physical therapy in maintaining good overall health. In addition to having fun with grip strength competitions and giving out door prizes, the health fair was a success and we look forward to next year.
Liz Hurley Ribbon Run - Saturday, October 20, 2007 Record Setting Event
Nesin Therapy Services Ribbon Run Team
The Nesin Team was pleased to participate in the 4th Annual Liz Hurley Ribbon Run. The Ribbon Run was successful with over 2700 runners participating and raising $100,000 which will be donated to The Breast Center at Huntsville Hospital. This year was a record setting event, a race to remember, and we are thankful to all the participants and supporters.
We are enthusiastic to support this event since; one of our Physical Therapist was recently diagnosed with the disease. Bridget Dietz has survived the disease with grace, and generously shared her experience to inspire and motivate. And to her credit, took part in the recent Susan G. Komen 60-mile Breast Cancer Walk for a Cure in Atlanta as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In addition to continuing her passion of treating clients, Bridget is a great example of the benefits of physical therapy associated with the recovery process.
Huntsville Chamber of Commerce Business EXPO - Thursday, October 18, 2007
The Nesin Therapy Team was featured among more than 190 local businesses participating in the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County’s Business Expo 2007 presented by Verizon Wireless.
With record setting attendance of more than 1,000 attendees, and themed A Smart Place to do Business; the EXPO was a great success. Our team was pleased to showcase the benefits of our service and enjoyed the excitement of testing grip strength, giving away door prizes and greeting the crowd. We look forward to the EXPO in 2008!
Breast Cancer Awareness Day - Thursday, October 11, 2007 Marshall Space Flight Center
NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center will commemorate National Breast Cancer Awareness Month with its fourth annual Breast Cancer Awareness program and Pink Ribbon walk. We are pleased to support the continued effort to understand and defeat this illness. The Nesin team was enthusiastic to participate in the EXPO to educate and promote the advantages of physical therapy, and the benefits associated with the recovery process of breast cancer.
Heel and Crank Duathlon - Saturday, October 06, 2007
Nesin Therapy Services is proud to be the title sponsor once for the 3rd annual Heel & Crank Duathlon. The Event is to be held at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 607 Airport Road, Huntsville, Alabama on October 6, 2007 at 8:00 am. This is a good “first-timers” event as well as a good test of speed for you veterans. All proceeds from this race will benefit the ALS Association of North Alabama (Lou Gehrig’s disease) in honor of Darin Kruse, one of our own triathletes who recently succumbed to ALS. Please join the Nesin staff as we help raise money and increase awareness of this deadly disease.
For more information visit www.knology.net/ricksplace or pick up an entry form at Nesin Therapy Services, 165 Whitesport Road, Suite 2, Huntsville, Alabama or our Madison Clinic, 540 Hughes Road, Suite 8, Madison, AL.
Join Nesin Therapy and the Spring City Triathletes at the Annual John Masterson Memorial Heart Center Rocketman Triathlon. The race begins at 8:00, Sunday, August 26, 2007. For more information or to register on- line visit www.springcitytri.org
HiWAAY Huntsville Sprint Triathlon - Saturday, August 18, 2007
Make plans now to enter the HIWAAY Huntsville Sprint Triathlon, August 18th at Huntsville Running Park & Natatorium. This 3 Mile Run,6 Mile Bike, and 400 Meter Swim begins at 7:00 AM. This is a great family event to enter. For more information visit http://www.huntsvilletrackclub.org
Business Success Strategies - Thursday, August 09, 2007 Holiday Inn, Madison, AL
The Madison Chamber of Commerce and the Organization of Small Business Owners have organized a Business Seminar and workshop training for Business owners, potential business owners, and employees. This day long event begins at 8:00 with Breakfast Keynote Speaker, Tana Torrano, president and founder of the Organization of Small Business Owners, which provides training, support and other services to small businesses. The Luncheon Keynote Speaker is Tim Knox, Huntsville Entrepreneur, Radio Host, Speaker, and Author of Everything I Know About Business I Learned From My Mama and Biscuits and Bizness. There will be workshops throughout the day covering a variety of topics helpful to Business owners, potential business owners, and employees. Some of the topics that will be covered are, Marketing on a Shoestring Budget; Small Business Accounting; SBA Financing; Security Solutions for Fraud and Embezzlement; HR Solutions and much more. There will be a panel of experts for a question and answer session and at the end of the day, Networking By the Pool with a meal. Cost for all meals and the entire day of workshops is fifty dollars per person. The cost to attend the workshops alone is twenty-five dollars. To register for the Seminar or for more information contact the Madison Chamber of Commerce, 204 Main Street, Madison, AL 35758 or if you prefer, Email the chamber at madisonalchamber@aol.com
Do not delay as seating is limited.
Huntsville Track Club Twilight 5K Run - Saturday, July 21, 2007
The Twilight 5K Run was a big success! We enjoyed cheering on the runners and had a bottle of cold water waiting for them on this hot July evening. To view the results of the race visit, http://www.huntsvilletrackclub.org
Nesin Anniversary Party - Thursday, June 21, 2007
Nesin Therapy employees were rewarded with an Anniversary party by Janet Nesin on June 21st. In her remarks Nesin thanked her employees and said that it has been a wonderful 20 years and she looks forward to many more. The night of fun involved a wide assortment of appetizers and dinner with a huge anniversary cake and ice cream for dessert. The entertainment followed with Bill Hanson performing magic tricks and Nick Hanson showing his talents as a juggler including juggling fire batons! Some of the families enjoyed the pool and playing tennis. The employees presented Janet with 20 year plaques for each of the clinics
28th Annual Mercedes Benz-Cotton Row Run - Monday, May 28, 2007 Huntsville, AL
May 28, 2007 Nesin employees will be manning an aid station at the 28th Annual MERCEDES-BENZ COTTON ROW RUN and the Huntsville, Alabama Memorial Day Celebration near the Big Spring Park. Run the Cotton Row 10K (6.2 miles)with a 7:00 A.M. start time , run-jog-walk the 5K Run (3.1 miles) with a 9:00 A.M. start time or the 1-Mile Fun Run with a 10:00 A.M. start time through the historic downtown area of Huntsville, Alabama. For the past 27 years the Cotton Row Run has been the premiere Memorial Day running event in the South. The Cotton Row Run is conducted by the Huntsville Track Club and is the final awards event on the Running Journal Grand Prix XXIX Championship Circuit. Cotton Row is for everybody. The 5K race was added three years ago to encourage more people to run a shorter course. Those wishing to walk this event will find a special starting area reserved for them to the rear of the runners. The fun run has been retained but shortened to a 1-mile and emphasis is placed on participation by the younger (10 and under) crowd. Parents who have run either of the other races are welcome to accompany their children in this run if they desire. All races start on Clinton Street north of the Von Braun Center. Visit www.huntsvilletrackclub.org for more information.
Charger Volleyball/Softball Golf Tournament - Monday, May 21, 2007 Huntsville Country Club
May 21, 2007 is the date set for the Charger Volleyball/Softball Golf Tournament at the Huntsville Country Club. This is a 4 person scramble (Men and Women) with a 1 PM Shot Gun start. Proceeds go to the UAH Volleyball and Softball programs. Nesin is a team and hole sponsor. If you are interested in participating in the tournament entry forms may be picked up at the Nesin Huntsville clinic at 165 Whitesport Drive or contact Coach Les Stuedeman at 256.824.2204 or Coach Laura Taube at 256.824.2203.
SADDLE UP! - Saturday, May 12, 2007 Hohenwald, Tennessee
Nesin provides horse and wagon rides
On Saturday, May 12th a fun day is planned for the whole family at Saddle Up!, the First Annual Helping Hands Trail Ride beginning at 9:00 AM. There will be food and entertainment all day at the Many Cedars Trail Rides and Camp Grounds in Hohenwald, Tennessee. Take advantage of the Horse and Wagon Rides with "Lacy" given by Bill with Nesin Therapy Services from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. All proceeds go to the Giles County Child Development Center.
Squeal n Wheel To Heal Benefit Bike Ride - Saturday, May 12, 2007 Pulaski, Tennessee
Come join Nesin as we support the riders at the Squeal n Wheel Benefit Bike Ride taking place on Saturday, May 12th beginning at 8:00 AM at the Giles County Agri Park, Hwy 31 S in Pulaski, TN. Proceeds from this ride will be divided between the family of Deanna Glossup, who died in April of Ewings Sarcoma Cancer at the age of fourteen, a disease in which she battled daily since she was ten years old and the Monroe Carell Jr. Childrens Hospital in Vanderbilt.
SAPP Shelter Results - Saturday, May 05, 2007
The Sapp Shelter’s first annual 5K run was a huge success earning just over $6000.00, more than double the original goal! There were 180 registered runners and 155 finishers on race day. That is excellent for a first annual race. The weather cooperated and there were many activities for everyone to enjoy including, a large moon bounce, a visit with local firefighters, an appearance from the Chick-fil-A mascot, and warm up music courtesy of Star 99.1. With the support of Publix, McAlister’s Deli, Bruggers Bakery, Fleet Feet, Nesin Therapy and individual donors there was an amazing array of beverages and goodies for runners to enjoy. Names were drawn for amazing door prizes and Chick-fil-A generously donated a free sandwich and milk shake to 150 runners. Huntsville is an amazing community because of support from businesses and individuals who care about our city. Make plans to join the fun next year as we are sure that this race will be even more incredible.
Breast Cancer Awareness Day - Tuesday, October 03, 2006 Marshall Space Flight Center
Dr. Janine Nesin testing an employee’s grip strength and explaining the importance of this.
Pink ribbon pins, balloons and treats were in abundance Tuesday, October 3rd at the Pink Ribbon Event. We enjoy participating in this annual event by setting up our booth and interacting with the employees about the importance of early breast cancer detection and educating on available pre- and post physical therapy treatment services.
It was our pleasure to be one of the sponsors for this event. With almost 300 participants it was very lively during the awards ceremony. Nesin employees enjoyed handing out water after the finish. If you enjoy attending or participating in this type of sporting event and didnt make it this year, we encourage you to make plans for next year. The food and awards were given out in the Lodge where it was nice and cool. This was definitely a family activity.
Huntsville Chamber of Commerce Business EXPO - Tuesday, August 22, 2006 Making Magic Happen!
Thank you to all who took time out of their busy schedules to visit our booth at the Expo, August 22, 2006. Our therapists conducted “mini” classes on the correct sitting posture, demonstrated use of the “Stick” and discussed different health issues and the vital role of physical therapy as part of the healing process.
The Big Hit – Grip strength testing. Using a dynamometer, grip strength is gauged according to your age and gender. The grip strength is indicative of overall upper body strength. Door prizes were given away every thirty minutes and we definitely enjoyed seeing old friends and making new ones at this fun event.
