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Does Running Form Affect Rate of Injuries?

Does Running Form Affect Rate of Injuries?

A recent article highlighted in the New York Times discussed a study published in the Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise .  It looked at the incidence of injuries  among runners who favor heel striking compared to forefoot striking.  Apparently they indicated a two fold increase in heel strikers rates of injury when examining aContinue Reading »

Do I need manual physical therapy for my ankle sprain?

Do I need manual physical therapy for my ankle sprain?

At Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation in Wyckoff, NJ I have evaluated many patients who are concerned about the recurrent ankle sprains they have suffered. Most are inversion sprains in which the ankle rolls outward and the foot turns inward, resulting in the stretching and tearing of ligaments on the outside of the ankle. Often the patient’s previous “rehabilitation” consisted of a few exercises to be done at home with little or no hands on care (i.e. massage, joint mobilizatons, stretching) from a physical therapist.

Alternative Approach to Treating Neck Pain

The Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy provides consumer information on various conditions.  The following information was published recently on neck pain treatment and provides an effective alternative to direct stretching, mobilization or manipulation of the neck.   Please read the following and feel free to contact me regarding the benefits of this indirectContinue Reading »