At Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation in Wyckoff, NJ we consistently improve our patient’s ability to function in both the athlete and non-athlete. Once an awhile I like to highlight the combination of an individuals unique skills of speed,agility, balance,and coordination. Follow this video of an incredibly talented Scotish trick biker named Danny MacAskill!. As anContinue Reading »
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Tag: Spine
Preventing Or Reducing Your Low Back Pain
In my paramus physical therapy practice we discuss key components for those recovering or trying to prevent another episode of low back pain. Here are a few key points: Don’t SIT for greater than 20 minutes at a time Walking program 3x/week for 20-30minutes Make sure your computer work station is ergonomically safe Use aContinue Reading »
Exercise Can Relieve That Aching Back
Back pain is a common complaint, with about 25% of people in the United States reporting low back pain within the previous three months. Back pain often occurs after surgery for a back injury. Other causes include a ruptured disc, osteoporosis, arthritis, lumbar muscle strain and sciatica. A sedentary lifestyle, pregnancy, obesity, smoking and depressionContinue Reading »
Simple Tip to Reduce Low Back Pain
This morning I woke up with severe right lower back pain. As a paramus physical therapist I always tell my patients to limit the amount of time you sit to less than 30 minutes at a time with any patient who suffers from neck or low back pain. More often than not patients tell meContinue Reading »
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 »
Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation in Wyckoff, NJ Advances Spine Treatment
I’m energized after taking my last McKenzie Institute Course in the Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy for Advanced Cervical & Thoracic Spine and Extremities. This course advanced my skills in the evaluation and treatment of complex cervical spine and upper extremity disorders. In the treatment of the cervical spine I have seen rapid improvements in neckContinue Reading »
Tips on Low Back Pain
When you initially develop low back pain a few questions come up. Do I need bed rest? What exercises should I perform? What pain should I seek help for immediately? Here is a few facts and tips about low back pain for the first six weeks: More than two days of bed rest is often more harmful thanContinue Reading »