What are the risks associated with delay or outright avoidance of recommended knee joint replacement surgery for someone who has been diagnosed with severe, bone-on-bone osteoarthritis (OA)? In short, such avoidance or delay may not only be bad for your function, it will likely be detrimental to your overall health. Knee osteoarthritis is a condition
As part of our Backyard Workout Series, today we are demonstrating three lunge variations that you can try with your kids. These exercises will help improve their lower body and core strength and balance control. They can be done at a field, in your yard, or in your home. Lunge with Rotation Step forward into
Stuck at home or need something to do over the weekend? Try our quick Backyard Workout routines. Physical Solutions offices are open and appointments are available to those patients that are healthy and need hands on care onsite which will always offer best results. However, we know some of you are vulnerable or are isolating,
We hope you and your families are staying safe and healthy! Physical Solutions remains open for modified clinical hours in both Mineola and Bethpage locations. As a reminder we have made Telehealth and home care options available for those patients who are unable or choose not to come into the clinic. Were your physical therapy
Low back pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide. Symptoms can vary from dull and achy to sharp and burning, and may or may not be associated with pain into the legs. Low back pain can be acute (<3 months), episodic (recurrent episodes over time) or chronic (lasting >3 months). There are many factors
Sleep is an essential part of our well-being. It plays an important role in healing, muscle recovery, and memory. While more sleep won’t necessarily prevent you from getting sick, sleep loss could adversely affect your immune system. Proteins that target infection and inflammation are both produced and released during sleep. Getting the recommended amount of sleep
Each year, individuals throughout the world are using their smart phones, tablets, and other handheld devices more frequently. As much of the world practices social distancing to flatten the curve of the Covid-19 epidemic, reliance on these devices to remain in contact with others has become more widespread than ever. The use of these devices
Our offices continue to remain open with limited hours to care for patients needing treatment and who are able to attend in office. Please be assured that we are committed to your and our staff’s safety with a rigorous disinfection schedule and mask use by our staff. We have also modified our schedule to have
Practicing social distancing does not mean that you have to stop being physically active. Getting the recommended amount of daily physical activity for your age and ability helps to maintain and improve overall health, and is even more important during stressful times like these. Adults should do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity a week,
Physical Solutions remains open for in-person physical therapy visits and appointments are available in both our Mineola and Bethpage offices. We continue to take steps to ensure that our staff members practice proper disinfecting and social distancing to enhance patient and staff safety. The health and safety of our patients remains our top priority. However, we