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,
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
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
We are happy to announce the staff at Physical Solutions has been certified to participate in telehealth physical therapy through Physitrack. Physitrack will allow us to continue your physical therapy care from the comfort of your own home! Some of the features of Physitrack include: – Exercise Prescription and Education – Exercise videos and photos
Shoulder pain is very common and as you age you are more likely to experience shoulder pain from a variety of conditions. Pain that limits your ability to raise your arm over your head or rotate your shoulder is often related to conditions such as rotator cuff tendinopathy/tears, subacromial impingement syndrome, or bursitis. The pain
Research has linked being inactive and sitting too much with higher risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, colon and lung cancers, and early death. Physical activity decreases your risk of weight gain, chronic disease, dementia and depression. It is also linked with better sleep, memory, balance and cognitive ability. It is one of the
During this time of year it is easy for your normal diet and exercise routine to get off track. Cold, wintry days can prevent you from getting to the gym or outside for a walk. Shopping and preparing for the holidays cut into exercise time, not to mention the effects of overindulgence at holiday parties.
Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for older Americans. Falls threaten seniors’ safety and independence and generate enormous economic and personal costs. Most falls can be prevented, so let us help you reduce your risk! Join us for our free Falls Prevention Program to be held: Saturdays at 9:00 am in
It has been reported that individuals with osteoarthritis (OA) experience 30% more falls and have a 20% greater risk of fractures as those without OA.1 Older adults with arthritis are more than twice as likely to have two or more falls as those without arthritis and up to 50% of people with OA experience a