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New Hangar on Horizon For Geauga County Airport By Ann Wishart ann@geaugamapleleaf.com
An expansion of Geauga County Airport, in the works since 2000, is expected to get off the ground by the end of April, said airport Manager Richard Blamer. Bids for a T hangar for 10 airplanes will be opened April 22 and he said he hopes for a groundbreaking in May. The building, shaped like a T, will be about 230 feet long by 50 feet wide and is designed for parking efficiency, Blamer said. “The shape allows us to put in planes from either side and stagger them so the tails are in the middle,” he said in a phone interview April 9. The county has budgeted about $750,000 and Blamer said he is hopeful the bids will come in low enough that the project won’t be delayed. Demand for protected plane parking is apparent. The airport website shows only three units available and several tie-down spaces open on the ramp. The website also said the Geauga County Airport Authority is taking reservations for all 10 private spaces in the new T hangar. As of April 1, the site lists a rental fee of $197 per month for a semi-private space in building 5 and two other spaces in buildings 4 and 5 for $176 per month. Rental fees for the new building are to be determined. The airport is located in the southeast corner of Middlefield Village, making it convenient for companies to fly in clients, customers, consultants and other visitors over the years, Blamer said. “The Geauga County Airport is a link to the rest of the world. Business people fly in to visit MASCO (Cabinetry) and Flambeau (Inc.),” he said, adding he has seen an uptick of Canadians flying in to purchase hardwood lumber and having it shipped north to use in high-end luxury condos. See Airport • Page 7
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Rick Krahe provided a rendering of the Willo Wash car wash he and partners operate in Willoughby for Middlefield Village planning and zoning commission and council members last week. He plans to build his third car wash near the Walmart Superstore in Middlefield.
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By Ann Wishart ann@geaugamapleleaf.com Former Bainbridge Township resident Rick Krahe is one step closer to expanding his car wash mini-empire since the Middlefield Village Planning and Zoning Commission had no objections to lot splits and a lot consolidation at Harrington Square April 6. The plans show the 130-foot long carwash located on less than an acre on South Springdale Avenue in front of Walmart. Krahe said in a phone interview he and his partners have been looking at Middlefield for a long time as a potential site for a third carwash. He also has partners in car washes in Euclid and in Willoughby, where he now lives, he said. The village appeals to him because of its atmosphere and he has
done his demographic research. “I like what’s going on with development in Middlefield,” he said, noting the new Aldi grocery store on South Springdale is an example of the community’s commercial expansion. “You have nice, continuing, steady growth there,” he said. The car wash tunnel, which uses a conveyor to take vehicles through while driver and passengers stay seated, may have nine outside vacuum stations free for anyone to use, Krahe said. He added he hopes people who use the vacuums will also pay to go through the car wash. In addition, the operation, open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. all week, will have a membership program with unlimited washes. A staff of four will be on site, Krahe said. Construction is planned for this summer.
“We’re hoping to start in July, but that’s up to the engineers and architects. The goal is to open by November so we can get everything right before the holidays,” Krahe said, adding car washes are busiest during winter months because car owners want the road salt washed off their vehicles. Since it will be the only car wash in the village, the name was a slam dunk. “We’re going to call it the Middlefield Carwash because we’re not very creative,” Krahe quipped. Slicing off part of the parcel owned by the Harrington Family Limited Partnership required a hearing in front of the commission. At their April 6 meeting, commission members discussed the venture with Dave Harrington and zoning inspector John Boksansky. See Car Wash • Page 3
Christmas in July Events at Santa’s Hide-A-Way Hollow Return After pivoting to virtual events in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Santa’s Hide-A-Way Hollow will host Christmas in July events during the summer. The events for the Cleveland Clinic, Akron Children’s, Rainbow Babies, craniofacial groups, Down syndrome groups, autism groups, veterans, Hattie Larlham and more will return. Families will be invited through their organizations for a Christmas celebration in the summer. Santa’s Hide-A-Way is not open to the public and is through invitation only. Santa’s Hide-A-Way Hollow, Middlefield, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comfort and support to seriously and terminally ill children, veterans and their families. Visit www.santashideawayhollow.com for information.
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A Glimpse of Yesteryear By Rick Seyer BIG ELM DAIRY was located just south of Middlefield on land now occupied by the Geauga County Airport. It was owned by Malcolm Boorn, who operated the dairy from 1936-1946. He also owned Middlefield Community Sales, the forerunner to the Monday sale held at the sale barn on Nauvoo Road. He also owned a Chrysler Plymouth dealership, from 1949-1955, that was located on the site of Quest For Health, next to the cemetery. After getting out of the dairy business and the car business, he became an industrial developer and real estate broker in the Middlefield area. The area around the intersection of routes 608 and 528 is still called “Boorn’s Corners” by some old-timers. He moved to Florida in his retirement. BIG ELM DAIRY was one of three dairy’s that called Middlefield home in the 30s and 40s. The other two were the Middlefield Dairy and the Glen Valley Farms Dairy. Regulations in the dairy industry were not what they are today and many communities in Geauga County had their own local dairies. Shown in the picture is Malcolm Boorn and his delivery truck. He would deliver milk house to house. The other picture shows a paper seal from the dairy.
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A small part of the 10-acre parcel on which Walmart Superstore sets will also be split off and consolidated with Harrington’s neighboring parcel, according to the hearing agenda. Harrington said he would like to split the parcel into three sections for potential businesses, but he wanted to wait on the other two. The parcel Krahe is interested in only has 81.7 feet of frontage and the village zoning requires 90 feet of frontage, so a variance is
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Town Crier Drive-Thru Food Distribution
Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m. United Way Services of Geauga County has teamed up the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to provide boxes of food to Geauga residents. The drive-thru food distribution will now take place each Wednesday in April at Kent State University, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road Burton. Registration is required weekly at wefeedgeauga.com or by calling 216-738-2265 or 211. Arrive with a clean trunk and stay in vehicle. Masks are required.
Red Cross Blood Drive
April 29, 12-6 p.m. American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Middlefield Library, 16167 East High St., Middlefield. Donation appointments may be made by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800733-2767. Walk-ins are welcome.
FGP Explorers Series
May 1, 10:30 a.m. Join The Foundation for Geauga Parks and a Geauga Park District naturalist to explore The Rookery in Chester Township using binoculars. Preregistration is required. Masks are required. Bring water, binoculars and cameras, if desired. Visit www.foundationforgeaugaparks.org for information.
Geauga Skywatchers Club
May 3, 6 p.m. Explore ancient astronomical ruins, lifestyles, mythology and more during a virtual program on “Ancient Astronomy.” Learn how the night sky was of extreme importance to the ancient peoples and civilizations all over the world To register, visit www.GeaugaLibrary.libcal.com.
SNPJ Music Fest & Craft Show
May 22, 11 a.m. Slovenska Narodna Podporna Jednota (SNPJ)) is hosting a music fest and craft show, rain or shine, at the SNPJ farm located at 10946 Heath Road in Kirtland. The craft show runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the
music fest running from noon to 10 p.m. A fundraiser for the Cultural Preservation of Slovenian Heritage, the event features 30 vendors, 15 polka bands, a dance floor, playground, games and food and beverages. Gates open at 11 a.m. Gate fee is $15, or $10 in advance. For information, visit www.snpjfarmkirtland.com or call Don at 440-283-9373.
Middlefield Senior Trash Pickup
May 27 Middlefield Village Road Crew will again work with the Geauga County Department on Aging employees and volunteers to remove unwanted items from senior citizens’ garages and yards during locally scheduled pick-ups. Seniors must be registered with the department on aging for 2021 at least one week prior to the pick-up in order to be placed on the pickup list. No more than 10 items per household; small items may be boxed together. Call 440-279-2130 to register by May 20.
Summer Youth Aviation Camp The Experimental Aviation Association Chapter 5 is hosting its annual week-long day camp for middle school students going into grades six through 10 who are interested in flying. The EAA Chapter 5 Summer Youth Aviation Camp will take place June 14 -18 for new campers at the Geauga County Airport in Hangar 3 in Middlefield from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Space is limited to 18 students. Registration forms and $150 fee are due by May 7. Scholarships are available. For more information, contact Sherry Niederkorn at 440-477-1198 or sherry.niederkorn23@gmail.com to obtain an application packet.
Community Meetings Listed are public meetings and executive sessions in Huntsburg, Middlefield and Parkman townships, the Village of Middlefield and Cardinal Schools for the coming weeks. (Please note: These meeting notices are NOT legal notices. To find out whether a government or school board meeting is in person or virtual contact the appropriate township, village or district office. Huntsburg Township: May 4, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings held at the Town Hall, 16534 Mayfield Road. Parkman Township: May 4, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, unless otherwise noted. (Trustees will hold the second meeting of the month via Microsoft Teams. Those interested in joining the meeting should contact the fiscal officer for the link.) Cardinal BOE: April 28, 6 p.m., work session. All meetings held at BOE Office, 15982 E. High St., Middlefield, unless otherwise indicated.
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Students Place in FCCLA
Cardinal High School senior Lawrence A. and junior Xander R. recently received silver standings in the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) competition for Auburn. A national career and technical Organization for students, FCCLA provides opportunities for personal growth and leadership in the organization. As part of their studies at Auburn, students are required to participate in a career and technical organization (CTSO) and compete in competitions. Both Lawrence and Xander are studying culinary arts at Auburn, so both competed within that field. Lawrence participated in the Garde Manager category, which is a cold appetizer tray. Xander participated in the Pastry Tray category. Cardinal is proud of their work and congratulates them on their silver standings.
Hall Of Fame Applications
Applications for the Cardinal Athletic and Distinguished Alumni Halls of Fame are available on the district website: www.cardinalschools.org. Nominations will be accepted until May 1. In order to be considered, all nominees
must have graduated from Cardinal High School at least 10 years ago. For the Athletic Hall of Fame, the nominee should have made outstanding contributions to the athletic program as an athlete, coach, administrator or community member. Distinguished alumni criteria includes educational achievements at Cardinal and elsewhere, job-related achievements, professional honors/awards, professional affiliations, community and civic involvement, personal achievements and other appropriate qualifications that merit consideration. Applications may be emailed to jimmy.soltis@cardinalschools.org or mailed to Mr. Soltis at PO Box 7, Middlefield, OH 44062.
CMS Students of the Month
Cardinal Middle School is bringing back Student of the Month recognitions to finish out the 2020-21 school year. One student per grade is selected by his or her teacher for the honor. Students are selected based off their academic performance and Huskie PRIDE behaviors. March winners are Sam G., Bobby W., Adelyn G. and Aubreigh K.; and April winners are Brooke B., Madison H., Abagail S., Jack D. and Morgan C.
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Schools GCRTA Grant-in-Aid Program
The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association has applications available for its grant-in-aid financial assistance program for four deserving college students. Applicants must be enrolled in the college of education and must be student teaching in the 2021-22 academic year. In addition, interested candidates must be present or past residents of Geauga County or a graduate of a Geauga County high school. To download the online application, visit www.gcrta.net and click on Grant-in-Aid. Completed applications must be postmarked by July 1. Award selections will be announced in July, and the presentations will be made in August at the annual GCRTA picnic.
Resource Center Sessions
The Lake/Geauga Educational Assistance Foundation is holding free sessions virtually on LEAF Google Meets for high school juniors and seniors featuring alternatives to four-year college. Both sessions meet at 6:30 p.m. The military enrollment session on April 28 highlights career and educational opportunities in the United States military branches.
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“Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio have fantastic cherry,” he said. One reason the T hangar construction has been held up is its location on the west end of the airfield, Blamer said. The elevation there is high enough the Federal Aviation Administration conducted a special analysis to ensure the hangar, planned to be taller than usually allowed, wouldn’t be creating a safety problem when clouds are hanging around 300 feet, he said. “We get a lot of night traffic since we finished the lighting project the end of 2019,” Blamer said, adding the east end of the runway was also lowered to make nighttime approaches safer. The county airport authority is working with the engineering firm General Aviation
On May 12, explore the high-tech world of manufacturing. Participants will take a virtual tour of a manufacturing facility with Alliance for Working Together (AWT). Reservations are required; capacity is limited. Register online at www.leaf-ohio.org or call LEAF at 440-525-7095.
Academic Awards Available
The Awards Committee for the First Congregational Church of Claridon announces the availability of awards for the academic year 2020-21. The purpose of the award is to encourage students to further their education through a traditional college, trade school or the equivalent. Persons who are graduating high school seniors, college students or high school graduates are encouraged to apply. Applications are available through the guidance office of Chardon, Berkshire and Cardinal schools, or by writing to Carane Ladd, Awards Chair, 12141 Bass Lake Road, Chardon, OH 44024. The applications require evidence of church, community and school involvement, work and volunteer experience and financial need. The awards committee will give preference to applicants affiliated with the church. Completed applications must be postmarked by April 23. Consultants Ltd. from the Toledo area to lay out the new hangar. Updating the airport has included a new pilot-controlled lighting system. Fortunately, the FAA analysis determined a beacon would be sufficient to let pilots know there is a building there now, Blamer said. “(The changes) will make Geauga County and Middlefield more of a destination for business and recreational pilots,” he said, crediting Geauga County Commissioners and Middlefield Village for the progress. “We couldn’t have done it without them. They have been a great help.” Blamer said he would also like to establish an automated weather observation system on some donated land to replace the low-level observation system that was installed in 2019. “It gives pilots some idea of what’s happening (in Geauga County), but it’s not an FAA-recognized system,” he said.
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Faith Matters Avoiding the ‘Old Dog’ Syndrome The old adage tells us that “You can’t fact, the Bible says that “God opposes the teach an old dog new tricks.” One of our proud but gives grace to the humble.” When dogs, Rusty, falls into that category. At age we humble ourselves before the Lord, He 12, he is mostly deaf and has two preoccu- lifts us up. pations: mooching food and sleeping. If I try One of the joys of training leaders in Into tell him anything different, he just ignores dia is seeing their hunger to learn and grow. me. How about you? Are you still teachable They are teachable and ready to put what or have you settled in to a posture of thinking they learn into action. I continue to coach that there is basically nothing you leaders virtually, via What’s App need to learn? Hopefully, you are and Zoom. not a “know-it-all.” Such a person James is a dynamic young leadquickly wears out his welcome er who loves to learn. His growth by always claiming to know the as a leader amazes me, as he con“right way” to do something. sistently keeps himself humble, Did you know that having a ready to understand new things, teachable mind and heart is aband applies the lessons learned. solutely vital to being a growing Another co-worker is Cody, an enperson? There is so much we can By Roger Kruse thusiastic learner from Texas. He learn. You would be wise to consider yourepitomizes a leader who soaks in wisdom and self a lifelong student. However, the mere knowledge in order to serve others. knowledge of facts is not the goal. Rather, we Let me add that learning is a two-way seek understanding and wisdom. Ultimately, street. “As iron sharpens iron, so one man wisdom comes from God. In fact, the Scripsharpens another.” I continually learn from ture says that wisdom begins with a respect others who bring insights from God’s Word or reverential awe of the Lord. The book of and applications that challenge me to grow. Proverbs commends the person who seeks God, who searches for wisdom as for hidden Sometimes I go to YouTube to discover new practical ways of doing things. It’s fun to treasure. When Jesus arrived on the scene, he keep learning. So where does that leave us? Don’t be an called his disciples to “Come and follow me.” “old dog!” Cultivate a humility that makes He was looking for individuals who were you teachable. Have you ever had someone ready to learn from Him and willing to be correct you? How did you respond? After your shaped by His teaching. The word “disciple” initial flush of emotion and defensiveness, actually means “a learner.” I hope you determined to examine yourself It is interesting that Jesus did not call any honestly. Perhaps there was some truth you trained, religious leaders to be his disciples. needed to hear in order to grow and become He focused on ordinary persons who were eaa better, more Christ-like person. ger learners and teachable. By contrast, the We are all in process. One day the wisdom Jewish religious leaders clung to a system of laws and traditions that shut Jesus out. They with which we build our lives will be revealed were caught up in the externals of legalism in the light of God’s holy love. while Jesus was looking into the human heart. Roger Kruse is a lifelong learner who seeks Perhaps the real issue in cultivating a teachable spirit is humility. Pride is a very to embrace the wisdom that God gives generousreal roadblock to being a willing learner. In ly to all those who ask for It.
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Elementary Township for $1 as opposed toSchool theproperty, Trustee Erwin Leffel. board spending $320,000 to demolish it. If not demolished or if sold to a new owner, the designated demolition funds could be spent on the new Berkshire Schools all-grade facility currently under construction on the See Ledgemont • Page 5
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In the original plan, the school property was offered to Thompson Township for $1 as opposed to the board spending $320,000 to demolish it. If not demolished or if sold to a new owner, the designated demolition funds could be spent on the new Berkshire Schools all-grade facility currently under construction on the See Ledgemont • Page 5
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Police Blotter The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Middlefield Village Police Department April 1-14, 2021.
advised male to alert his bank, credit bureaus and Experian to put a flag on his SSN. Nothing further.
CITIZEN DISPUTE April 13 1:06 p.m., North State Avenue. Caller wants to speak to an officer because he is tired of being told to wear a mask. Business called in, they would like officers to come and handle. Male was asked to put a mask on. Report to follow.
SUSPICIOUS April 7 11:11 a.m., Sperry Lane. Caller asked to speak with an officer regarding a strange person that was at the park yesterday around 1-2 p.m. Male mid 50s riding a pink bike with a pink backpack hanging out on the playground and was asking the age of the children. When caller moved to the other side of the playground he came over too. Caller said male did not approach her children but did ask her how old her children were. Caller said he was suspicious and made her feel a little uncomfortable. Caller advised to contact MVPD if she sees male in park again.
DOMESTIC DISPUTE April 2 11:02 p.m., East High Street. Female in bathroom crying. Male shoved her up against the wall. She’s claiming no injury. Caller has no information. Male left in a black minivan. Caller has no idea who the female is and said the female does not want to get involved. Officer responded. Victim was pushed by her boyfriend at the tavern during an argument. She does not wish to file a statement or press charges. DV waiver form signed. FRAUD April 5 3:20 p.m., North State Avenue. Officer spoke with male subject in lobby. He stated he received a phone call from someone claiming to be a police officer in Texas and asked for his Social Security Number, which he gave them. They asked for his bank account information but he did not give that information to them. Officer
6:45 p.m., Sperry Lane. Complainant called about a suspicious male earlier today. He is now at the park sitting at the picnic table by the slides. He is not doing anything wrong but was acting strange yesterday. Officer responded. Nothing suspicious occurring. Clear. Nothing further. THEFT April 2 3:19 p.m., East High Street. Caller believes his guns were stolen out of his vehicle on March 13. Caller was out hunting and he had three guns in his vehicle. They stopped for lunch at the tavern. They just discovered they are missing. All are shotguns.
Real Estate Transfers Following is a list of area real estate transfers for the weeks ending April 2 and April 9, 2021, provided as a public service by the Geauga County Auditor’s Office. Transfers may involve the sale of land only. HUNTSBURG TOWNSHIP Charles H. and Ann M. Magil, 15739 Pioneer Road, to Aaron C. Weaver, $210,000. (3.40 acres) Marlin L. Carpenter (TOD), 12170 Zrolka Drive, to Scott and Kari Lynn Lynch, $334,000. (3.00 acres) Dennis E. Budzinski (TOD), 16929 Huntley Road, to Amanda Lopes Suydam, $271,000. (10.00 acres) Keith and Kevin Richards and Kimberly Grimme, 15701 Huntley Road, to Keith Richards, $38,000. (11.10 acres) Tony J. Zalar (trustee), 16930 Mayfield Road, to Millstone Holdings LLC, $120,000. (5.00 acres) Jason A. Horn and Jordan Neff Baker Horn, 17270 Mayfield Road, to Jessica L. Kelly, $370,000. (6.55 acres) MIDDLEFIELD TOWNSHIP Willard J. Hostetler, 14370 Mayfield Road, to Raymond R. and Barbara Yoder, $9,400. (1.86 acres) Willard J. Hostetler, 14370 Mayfield Road, to Sara S. and Allen E. Miller and Robert
Wayne Weaver, $5,000. (1.02 acres) Willard J. Hostetler, 14370 Mayfield Road, to William J. Hostetler and Levi Miller Jr., $92,900. (22.81 acres) Phyllis M. Krupa (TOD), Madison Road, to John Krupa, $187,500. (82.90 acres) MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE Middlefield Parkway, 15363 Knox Circle, to Alron Homes LLC, $45,900. (0.20 acres) DS Commercial LLC, 15651 West High St., to White Paw Properties LLC, $1,300,000. (4.59 acres) Brandon S. and Monica J. Hebert, 15191 Lake Ave., to Gino F. Desantis and Nicole Leffler, $180,000. (0.57 acres) PARKMAN TOWNSHIP Kenneth J. and Laura D. First, 16168 Main Market Road, to Riverbank Property Investments LLC, $17,000. (0.24 acres) Ervin J. and Barbara A. Miller, 16685 Madison Road, to Karen D. and Melvin M. Detweiler Jr., $145,000. (5.00 acres) Nathaniel D. Miller (TOD), 17880 Nash Road, to Joshua A. Troyer (TOD), $160,000. (10.02 acres) Willie Cousart, Reynolds Road, to Willie and Jessie and Gloria L. Cousart and James M. and Jill R. Vinecourt, $22,500. (16.63 acres)
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Physical Therapy for Back Pain: Avoiding Orthopedic Surgery By Dr. Adam M. Cramer, DPT Between 60 and 80% of people currently living in the United States will experience chronic back pain at some point in their lives. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, it is one of the most common occupational disorders in the country.
What kind of relief can you expect?
At MyoFit Clinic in Chardon, Middlefield and Ashtabula, OH we have great success in helping clients find relief from their chronic pain who gradually improve strength and mobility from exercise and resume their normal level of activity again. There are a number of treatments we use to accomplish this.
Physical therapy with strength and mobility programs
When physical therapy is coupled with specially prescribed motor control exercises, only which a licensed physical therapist can prescribe, we have observed significant success in treating patients with chronic low back pain. The focus of these special exercises is to improve the neuromuscular control of those body segments involved in movement of the spine in order to improve stability of the spine making it Cramer stronger. In essence, while chronic back pain is not usually a “quick fix,” the condition can often be treated effectively with a combination of different physical therapies. Physical therapy aims to correct the debilitating dysfunction versus only just treating the symptoms.
Dry Needling
At MyoFit Clinic we have also brought relief to many sufferers of chronic back pain by using a advanced treatment procedure known as Intramuscular Stimulation or Dry Needling. This is a unique procedure requiring specialized training on the part of your physical therapist. It is designed to target muscle function to improve tissue healing and muscle restoration. It is especially effective if your back pain is linked to an underlying injury. If you are recommended to have dry needling, you can expect to be treated with thin solid filament dry needles that will deactivate and desensitize trigger points within the muscle itself. These trigger points are known to contribute to pain, poor muscle function, low blood circulation and reduced flexibility.
Manual therapy
Chronic lower back pain can also be relieved substantially with hands on manual therapy offered at our clinic by a Doctors of
Physical Therapy manual therapy includes myofascial release, massage, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, stretching and range of motion. In fact, a 2011 scientific study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine found that manual therapy helps people with back pain to function even after six months after treatment. After 10 weeks, more than 1/3 patients who received either type of manual therapy said their back pain was either much better or gone, compared to only one in 25 who were taking medication. Patients who underwent hands on manual therapy also spent fewer days in bed, were more active and used fewer anti-inflammatory medications that those who were treated solely with medication.
Avoiding Orthopedic Surgery
Nobody wants surgery, so then why do individuals consult with a orthopedic surgeon? Surgery is a surgeon’s specialty. That’s what they are trained to do. Sure, they will offer costly imaging, ineffective injections and tell you to “rest and see how it feels.” The problem with this common conservative approach is that it actually does nothing to help correct the underlying issue that’s contributing to your symptoms when you need it the most. Then, in 4 weeks of “letting it rest” it’s worse! Even if they offer to go to their own physical therapy office, these physical therapists only treat post-operative patients and are not equipped to help you avoid surgery. So then when your symptoms are worse in 4 weeks, of course, the only option left is surgery! Avoiding surgery takes a independent Doctor of Physical Therapy who’s only focus is helping people avoid surgery, providing focused care and taking the time to do it right, teaching patients how to effectively controlled their symptoms and returning to normal symptom-free mobility, this is what we do at MyoFit Clinic. Physical therapy is not something that can be done on your own or by any other health/medical practitioner. You need the critical and trained eye of a licensed doctor of physical therapy in order to assess and determine appropriate diagnosis, limitations and treatments for your pain. No referral is needed in Ohio for physical therapy so you can skip seeing a physician or orthopedic surgeon. Call MyoFit today for an initial consultation so you can keep moving forward pain free While successfully avoiding orthopedic surgery. Dr. Adam M. Cramer, DPT, is a licensed physical therapist, pain specialist and founder of MyoFit Clinic in Chardon, Middlefield & Ashtabula, Ohio and offer all the above treatments at all clinics. Call MyoFit at 440-2861007 if you would like to avoid orthopedic surgery for your pain. MyoFitClinic.com
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Classifieds AUTOS & PARTS 2015 Toyota Corolla, 96k miles, $8,000. 440-688-4384. 8574 Cedar Rd. Chesterland. Cash for Junk Vehicles: running or not, classics/big trucks/etc., free removal, call/text Zac 440-679-7293.
FOR RENT Auburn Twp Apt. 2-Bedroom, No Smoking, No Pets, Heat, Trash & Snow Removal Lawn Care Included. Quiet Country Setting. Kenston School District. 860/ Month Contact Lou@440.336.3537.
COMMERCIAL RENTALS Commercial office space for lease or other mixed used commercial space available. Varying sizes! Call for more information! 330-410-3763
FOR SALE Scheid’s steel carports are the ultimate cost effective option to shield your vehicle against the natural elements. Call 440-632-6321, www.scheidsent.com Oak single bed, 6 drawer highboy with glass top, exc. cond $400, 1 set cornhole with bags, like new $75. Thompson 440289-7812. Farm equipment, antique chest, kayaks, old boat motors, cargo carriers, glass top table, kitchen table, 1983 motorcycle. Must sale. 440-901-4029.
Ford 600 tractor. Excellent shape, all original. Asking $4,000. Call or text 440829-1856. Flat Ford Edge parts. N.O.S. body items, pair kingpins, lights, clutch, shocks Holley 94, fuel pumps, new cylinder, oil pump, etc, original boxes. 440-554-0331.
Nauvoo and Madison Road Yard Sales. April 28 and 29. Watch For Balloons. Middlefield, Ohio. Something For Everyone. Newcomb Rd and Shedd Rd Garage Sales Planned For April 21, 8 am. Watch For Balloons!
Two Used JL Audio 12W6v2 Subs, Two Used Pioneer Mono PDX-M6 Amps. All Wiring Included. Excellent Condition. Priced To Sell. $250. Text 440-552-4400.
Farmington Road and Grove Road Yard Sales. April 14th and 15th. 8am Til Dark. 16925 Farmington Rd. 15550 Grove Rd. Look for Balloons.
8 Foot Disc For 3 Point Hitch Tractor. Very Heavy Duty. $300 or Best Offer. 440548-2414
Hospital bed, antique scythe, single plow, guitar, banjo, fiddle, new clothes, exercise equipment: bike, stepper, weights, weight chair. 440-773-4407.
Rocks For Sale Large and Small For All Your Landscaping Needs. Make Offer. 440-635-0077. Brown eggs from free range hens, no antibiotics, no hormones. $3/doz. Local beef & hay. St Rt 608 Claridon. Some deliveries available. 440-636-5747 Sunny cross training magnetic recumbent bike, like new. Excellent condition. 260 miles. 1 yr. old. asking $300. 440-8123010. Gazelle $55, small electric chest freezer good condition $95. 440-313-3718.
GARAGE/ESTATE SALES 15750 Chipmunk Ln, Wednesday, April 28, 8am. Grandfather clock, gazelle exerciser, lots of misc. 15660 Chipmunk Ln - ton of kids, horse, and household items, More sales in the neighborhood.
CHESTERLAND: April 23-25, 10a-4p, 8563 Wilson Mills Rd. Closing house of 52 years. A little of everything, some furniture. HUNTSBURG: 16129 Huntley Rd. April 29-30th 8am-4pm, and May 1st 8am-1pm. Bakers rack, desk, office chair, ironing board, picnic table, bedding, toys, decor, men’s hunting clothes, cuckoo clocks, transistor radio, Cedar chest. Much more. If you need to have a moving sale or estate sale call Kathy Willis at 440-8403226, partial estate buyouts also.
PETS & ANIMALS 3 semi-feral kitties removed from bad situation need a barn home. They’re now spayed & vaccinated. Call Rebecca 440321-2485
Help Wanted Now Hiring Landscaping & Tree Positions. $16 to $22 Hour, Health Care Benefits. Call Dave Wood at 440-729-2579. Open PT positions at the library! Various locations. More details at Career Opportunities Geauga County Public Library (geaugalibrary.net) Farm help in Huntsburg. 440-636-5747. Yard Worker wanted for Spring and Summer. Starting @$14/hr cash more with experience. Drivers license preferred. 440-338-3563. Painters wanted for exterior spray crew, join out team will train the right p person!!! Transportation required we move form site to site!!! Should not be afraid of heights, should have labor experience!!! 440-655-2818. Hildenbrand Home Services is looking to hire someone for a full time position to grow with the company. Must have valid drivers license and transportation. Pay based on experience. Call or text Jon at 440-537-7457.
BUSCA TRABAJO? Se Ofrece Empleo con Mancan con Companias en Chardon y Middlefield. $10-$15 Por Hora! Por Favor Trae 2 formas de Indentificacion del Gobierno y un traductor. 220 Center Street in Chardon, OH 44024. Llama a 330-372-5627
MANCAN IS NOW HIRING GENERAL LABOR AND SKILLED TRADES IN LAKE, GEAUGA, CUYAHOGA AND ASHTABULA COUNTIES To apply, stop into the office Monday - Thursday, 9am to 3pm. Be sure to bring 2 forms of ID. A resume is encouraged.
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REAL ESTATE Thompson Twp – 1 acre scenic rolling building lot, side street lots of privacy. $12,900. 440-289-0708.
SERVICES Mobile Notary Loan Signing Agent. I come to you! Certified, insured, background screened. Contact Andrea Scheid at 440-343-2576, andrea44062@gmail.com, www.scheidsent.com John’s Plumbing: Affordable and reliable. Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drain cleaning, gas lines, sump pumps, well tanks. 440-285-0800. Offering special discounts for interior and exterior painting and staining this season. 20 years experience. Professional and insured. Call Dan, 440-342-4552. Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything, Call between 8am and 4pm, 440813-4272. No answer, leave message.
WANTED TO BUY Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), tackle boxes, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee at 440-313-8331. Wanted ‘64-‘68 Mustangs, and other muscle cars/parts, Cash Paid. Call/text 440832-1465. Buying all Stanley Bailey planes and machinist tools. Call Karl at 440-812-3392.
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