Cheshire Community YMCA Presents Gaylord with “Healthy Living Award”

Gaylord Physical Therapy, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine of Cheshire was recently honored by the Cheshire Community YMCA with its 2016 Healthy Living Award. This recognition is given annually to a local organization who demonstrates an unwavering commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of the Cheshire community.

In 2016, a new Gaylord Physical Therapy, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine (PTOSM) office opened on Highland Avenue. In accepting the award Jacob Hunter, Manager of Gaylord PTOSM, said, “With a rich history in rehabilitation and medical care, we continuously strive to extend our reach to serve those in need. Opening a new location in Cheshire has allowed us to integrate Gaylord’s mission into the heart of the Cheshire community.”

Since the facility opened in June, Cheshire Gaylord PTOSM staff have formed collaborative relationships with the YMCA, as well as local businesses, the senior center, and the athletic community. In addition to providing patient care to hundreds of local patients, Gaylord’s highly trained physical therapists have participated in multiple community events which included education to the Cheshire YMCA about the principles of physical therapy and ways to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. Gaylord PTOSM therapists have also volunteered by providing manual stretching for athletes at local racing events such as Running with the Rams, Ives Farm Land Trust Tractor Trot, and the Hot Cocoa 5K and plan to participate in more community events in the coming year.

“Events such as these allow our entire Gaylord team to become part of the fabric of this warm Cheshire community,” said Hunter. “We look forward to continuing to build strong bonds, serving those in need of physical therapy services and to reinforce our commitment to public service.”