Physical Therapy
Minden's Kids & Horses celebrates Sam's Dream with party at Crystal Bay Casino
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/15/2022 - 4:04pmMinden-based Kids & Horses was founded in 1999 by local businessman Sam Waldman and his wife Lorri to enhance the physical and mental well-being of children and adults who suffer from autism, cerebral palsy, Down’s syndrome and other developmental disabilities.
Physical Therapy Pilates and more in Roundhill
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/16/2021 - 11:08amMind Body Physical Therapy has been serving Tahoe’s athletes since 2013. We had definitely outgrown our original location and were looking for a change. So when the chance to move to Nevada presented itself, I knew this was an incredible opportunity for us to reach more clients and build a larger clinic. Luckily my awesome coworkers are on board and we’ve been working together to create a healing space.
Carson City deputies make DUI, graffiti arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/21/2021 - 11:38amA 63-year-old Carson City man was arrested Jan. 18 for suspicion of misdemeanor DUI and two counts resisting and obstructing, a sheriff's deputy report states.
Senator Square: Carson High School teacher publishes her latest short story
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/03/2021 - 2:18amAs CHS teachers and students return to school, from, hopefully, a relaxing winter break, would it not be great to know one of their teachers recently published a short story? CHS Language Arts Department teacher Brigette Pugh is excited to share her latest published piece of writing.
Nevada lawmakers sign off on $20M commercial rent assistance program aimed at small business
Submitted by admin on Thu, 07/30/2020 - 2:11pmSmall businesses struggling to pay rent during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic may soon have a lifeline: a new state-run, federally funded commercial rent assistance grant program that will pay up to $10,000 to help prevent evictions.
Carson High School students compete in virtual Future Health Leaders state competition
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/19/2020 - 8:45amCARSON CITY — Carson High School Career and Technical Education, Future Health Professionals students, also known as HOSA, competed in the 2020 Virtual Nevada State Leadership Conference hosted April 15 through May 8. More than 1,000 students from across the state of Nevada competed in more than 40 medical competition events.
Understanding Telehealth
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/11/2020 - 3:09pmWith COVID-19 keeping most of us home these days, otherwise healthy patients are being forced to make some tougher than usual decisions regarding their medical and musculoskeletal healthcare, including orthopedic, sports medicine and podiatric care.
Carson City's Rebecca Ostrander overcomes brain tumor, set to graduate from UNLV
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 02/03/2020 - 12:35pmObstacles are nothing new for Carson City native Rebecca Ostrander.
Ostrander, 21, suffered a brain tumor shortly after her 18th birthday. She was forced to spend most of her senior year of high school in hospitals and physical therapy recovery centers.
Carson City's Labor Day Weekend Events: Saturday, August 31
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/30/2019 - 11:29pmHappy Saturday, Carson City! We have a beautiful, hot labor day weekend ahead of us with highs of 93 and lows in the mid 50s through Monday. There are tons of great summer-time events this weekend, and enjoy them while you can because Fall is just around the corner!
Check below to see the events through the weekend in Carson City and our surrounding area:
Saturday, August 31
Rolling Stones tribute, outdoor movies, parade and more: Carson City region readies for Labor Day weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/29/2019 - 6:49pmHeading into Labor Day weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next four days, which include guided tours at the Nevada State Museum, movie showings at Mills and Schulz Ranch Park, a school supply car cruise and Bingo fundraiser at the Carson Mall, trash pickup at Lake Tahoe, a Rolling Stones tribute band at Carson Nugget, Virginia City’s Labor Day Parade and more!
Carson Mall Bingo to benefit Jimenez Brothers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/26/2019 - 1:30pmOn Sunday, July 14 the Jimenez brothers were involved in a head-on collision with other friends. This occurred during a return trip from Las Vegas. Alberto Jimenez surfed a broken femur along with a serious facial laceration. His brother Alejandro Jimenez will need physical therapy to strengthen his body after the crash.
Senator Square: Carson High School's Carneta yearbook staff have successful year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 04/27/2019 - 4:52pmAs the school year comes to an end, the 2018-2019 Carneta yearbook staff can finally slow down and take a breath. At the end of the week before Spring Break, at 8:30 p.m., the final pages were submitted, and the book was officially finished. After months of interviewing, photographing, and editing, the book is currently being printed by Walsworth Publishing Co., in Marceline, Kansas.
Neck and Back Pain 101: Free wellness lecture offered Thursday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/23/2019 - 3:50pmAttention back and neck pain sufferers: You can learning ways to help alleviate what you are experiencing. Learn how Thursday during a wellness lecture at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.
Carson City HOSA students compete in state competition, take home 6 chapter awards
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/27/2019 - 8:52amCARSON CITY — A total of 93 Career and Technical Education (CTE) and HOSA (Future Health Professionals) students competed in the Nevada State Leadership Conference held at the Rio in Las Vegas March 18-20.
There were a total of 74 students from Carson High School (CHS), 6 from Pioneer High School (PHS) and 13 from Carson Middle School (CMS). More than 1,000 students from across the state of Nevada competed in more than 40 medical competition events.
Senator Square: Unplugged and loving it at Carson High School
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/24/2019 - 8:41amCHS celebrated its Second Annual Carson Unplugged event this past week where staff and students were encouraged to unplug from technology and be present in the moment, enjoying more face-to-face interactions and less screen time.
Pet lovers invited to celebrate Bobby the Boxer's life; urged to bring dog food instead of flowers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/06/2019 - 2:25pmI would like to take a moment and introduce you to an extraordinary dog, Bobby the Boxer. Bobby was born with a neurological disorder that controlled his motor skills; it’s like Parkinson's for a human.
Reno Orthopedic Clinic celebrates opening of new Carson City facility
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 7:23pmReno Orthopedic Clinic (ROC) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating its newest facility at 1365 Medical Parkway in Carson City Thursday evening.
Sierra Nevada Holistic Services makes primary care services available to Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/09/2019 - 6:59amSierra Nevada Holistic Services (SNVHS) has been in business for the last 5 years. Until recently, the organization’s primary services were massage, energy work, and aromatherapy. The business owner, Andrea Felesina, has since become a dual board-certified family nurse practitioner. With a background in holistic/alternative practice, Andrea seeks to provide the communities of Northern Nevada with an east meets west approach to health care. In a comfortable home environment, Andrea sees patients in no rush pace so that effective communication and care is provided.
Central Lyon Fire District welcomes new firefighters
Submitted by editor on Mon, 12/31/2018 - 10:30amDAYTON — Central Lyon Fire Protection District adds three new hires to the ranks after the Carson Regional Fire Academy graduation ceremony held earlier this month. Tim Senger, Alan Mier Y Teran and Clayton Van Duyn join as firefighters starting in January.
Health and Fitness Seminar: FMS: What is it and how can it Benefit me?
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/23/2018 - 4:49pm2019 is here! And Well Being kicks off the New Year with its first Health and Fitness Seminar, "FMS: What is it and how can it benefit me?"
The presenter, Scott Williams (PT, OCS) and FMS Level 2 certified is the owner and trainer at Synergy Therapeutics located in Truckee, California.
He will explain the FMS (Functional Movement Screen) body assessment system and how it can be used to influence and maximize your outcomes during your fitness journey. Scott earned his Masters in Physical Therapy from UC San Francisco in 1992.
University of Nevada, Reno's nationally ranked Online Executive MBA program graduates 27
Submitted by editor on Thu, 09/06/2018 - 12:42pmThe University of Nevada, Reno’s College of Business recently celebrated the commencement of 27 students from its nationally ranked Online Executive MBA program. The program, which is ranked No. 33 of 199 schools in U.S. News and World Report’s “2018 Best Online MBA Programs” category, has now graduated six cohorts.
Salvation Army Apple Tree Back Pack Drive underway in Carson City, Douglas County
Submitted by editor on Fri, 07/27/2018 - 12:18pmThe Salvation Army is collecting school supplies and back packs for children in need through August 20. Children from Carson City, Douglas County and the surrounding communities will receive school supplies and back packs as needed.
Carson Valley Medical Center Hires Jeff Prater As Chief Executive Officer
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 12:27pm“You find the heart of an organization on the front lines,” new Carson Valley Medical Center Chief Executive Officer Jeff Prater said during his first day of work June 4. “That’s where the defining work is being done. That’s where our focus needs to be.”
Carson High School HOSA students shine in state competition
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/11/2018 - 9:21amCARSON CITY — More than 115 Carson High School Career and Technical Education, Health Occupations Students of America shined in the Nevada State Leadership Conference held at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks, Nev. last month. More than 1,000 students from across the state of Nevada competed in more than 40 medical competition events.
Retired Carson City teacher talks Parkinson's, his wife's cancer and their mission to help others
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Mon, 03/12/2018 - 12:10pmFollowing a serious car accident in 2008 and two years later the discovery of a genetic predisposition for young onset Parkinson’s Disease, a career Carson High School teacher may have had to retire from the school district, but he has never stopped gaining and offering knowledge through his lifelong passion as an educator.
Catherine Fuller Joins Staff Of Primary Care Providers At Carson Valley Medical Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/25/2018 - 3:09pmLongtime Carson Valley resident and family nurse practitioner Catherine Fuller is the latest addition to the staff of primary care providers at Carson Valley Medical Center.
Carson City native brings proactive message to community health
Submitted by editor on Wed, 12/06/2017 - 12:44pmThe newest staff member at Partnership Carson City is a “perfect fit” for the organization, which strives to improve the community’s health at the same time it battles drug problems.
Friday, Oct. 6: Things to do in Carson City and beyond
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 11:12pmThis weekend is going to be packed. Vintage Airstreams will line the streets, a wine walk, the Aviation Roundup in Minden, Virginia City’s Outhouse Races, Oktoberfest at Fandango: and that is just the tip of the iceberg. Get a jump on the festivities tonight with plenty of live music, two artists’ receptions, karaoke, comedy, or the Witchcraft and Wizardry Ball at the Boys and Girls Club. Join in solidarity with our famous city to the south by wearing blue and silver today and attending the Candlelight Vigil at the Capitol Building.
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Senator Square: Competition within classes at Carson High connects students to future careers
Submitted by editor on Sun, 10/01/2017 - 6:09amThe Carson High School HOSA, Future Health Professionals had a Health Career Display Competition with 34 teams from 3 Health Science II classes. Each was judged on the display board’s information, artistic value and originality as well as a 5 minute oral presentation.
Rock Steady Boxing in Carson City announces August Boxer of the Month
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 08/21/2017 - 6:42pmRock Steady Boxing Northern Nevada, a Carson City-based exercise program for persons suffering from Parkinson's Disease, has named club member Ron Olson as its August Boxer of the Month.
Here is his story: