Physiotherapy Oriented Weight Reduction

What if your doctor recommended a prescription that reduced your risk for developing dozens of chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer? Would you take it?.... SOAR's POWR program is that prescription!!

• SOAR's POWR Program was developed in response to the growing epidemic of obesity, diabetes, and their associated diseases like heart disease and cancer. An alarming 68% of the U.S. population is overweight or obese and 1 in 6 children are obese. Weight loss has been demonstrated to be critical in the reduction of these obesity related diseases and should be incorporated in a comprehensive approach for these medical problems. Research shows just a 5-10% reduction of body weight will significantly improve your health including reduction in blood pressure, total cholesterol, and reducing the risk of developing diabetes.
• Research has told us that 95% of those who lose weight eventually gain it back within three years. This means that most "diet" programs fail to achieve life and health changing results. In addition, the majority of our population does not feel comfortable attending a regular fitness center.
• SOAR's POWR program is different because it is a medically supervised program designed to help children and adults achieve their healthiest body weight. This evidence based program incorporates nutrition, exercise, education, behavior modification, and accountability to help people permanently change their lives. "We are accustomed to handling patients with complicated medical conditions and know there is an exercise and nutritional program for everyone." Our Board Certified Physical Therapist, Dr. Burt Stevens, and staff are helping their clients fulfill their dreams by providing the solutions they need to lose weight and sustain it for life.

Benefits of Program

1. Nutritional program specifically designed for weight loss and improved health.
2. Educational modules on food choices, exercise, and their role in a healthy lifestyle.
3. Motivational support and tips to overcome obstacles and help achieve your goals.
4. Customized exercise program tailored around your orthopedic and health conditions.

Be Wary of...

1. Fad diets and quick weight loss programs that only result in temporary changes in your weight and health - 95% of those who lose weight eventually gain it back within three years.
2. Programs developed by unqualified individuals without medical knowledge.
3. Fitness/ exercise programs that do not account for your personal health or medical conditions.
4. "Starvation" diets or use of medications/ supplements to lose weight - programs that do not change poor eating habits or emphasize an active lifestyle rarely sustain results.

This program may be covered by insurance when you are referred with a primary orthopedic diagnosis.