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ACL Injuries with NFL Players | Orthopedics
If you're at all a sports fan, or an athlete yourself, you've probably heard of the anterior cruciate ligament. It's commonly injured. Now a new study shows what happens to NFL players who are sidelined by their acl's, and it's not good news... ( Read more about ACL Injuries with NFL Players | Orthopedics)
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For Arthritis, Prevention is Better than the Cure
A new study, published in the Journal Arthritis Research and Therapy, has shown exercise beneficial in reducing or preventing the pain of osteoarthritis. This study followed two groups of women, both of whom were previously free of joint pain,... ( Read more about For Arthritis, Prevention is Better than the Cure)
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Precautions for the elderly: Hip Fracture
What are Hip Fractures?
Hip Fracture is a fracture or a crack or break in the proximal end of the femur near where the bone meets the hip. The term Hip fracture is used to describe... ( Read more about Precautions for the elderly: Hip Fracture)
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Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems
A Review in The Lancet reveals the importance of healthy lifestyle choices to reduce stressors related to cardiovascular risk factors. Researchers from John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore examined records between 1990 to 2006. They observed how... ( Read more about Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems)
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Spine Force Machine for Herniated Discs
The Spine Force machine is the only device capable of stimulating the deep muscles of the spine. A groundbreaking device called the Spine Force has the potential to transform how we care for the muscles and structures in the lower back. LPG... ( Read more about Spine Force Machine for Herniated Discs)
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Sports Injuries and Children
Summer is now here, and it’s an opportunity for kids who are involved in one, two, maybe three sports to get a bit of rest. But a lot of kids go year round in their athletics now; it’s one reason for the rise in sports injuries in kids. More... ( Read more about Sports Injuries and Children)
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Sprains & Strains
What is a Sprain?
A sprain is an injury to a ligament. A ligament is a thick, tough fibrous tissue that connects bones together. Commonly injured ligaments are in the ankle, knee... ( Read more about Sprains & Strains)
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Understanding Osteoporosis
What is Osteoporosis?
The bones of your body undergo a constant state of rebuilding and remodeling. Aside from providing rigid support, your bones also store calcium. ( Read more about Understanding Osteoporosis)
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Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis | Symptoms, Causes, Treatments
What is the Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Rheumatoid Arthritis affects more than 2 million people in the United States. Rheumatoid arthritis differs in origin from degenerative arthritis... ( Read more about Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis | Symptoms, Causes, Treatments)
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Understanding Slipped Disc | Symptoms, Causes, Treatments
What is a Slipped Disc?
One of the most common injuries to the spine is slipped or a herniated disk. This condition may be extremely painful and may damage surrounding muscle and... ( Read more about Understanding Slipped Disc | Symptoms, Causes, Treatments)
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Why and How Does the Body Age?
How the Body Ages:
The nucleus of every cell has 23 pairs of... ( Read more about Why and How Does the Body Age?)
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Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There
A recent report by health provider BUPA has found that people's worries are damaging their health by causing sleepless nights, loss of sex drive, and erratic eating habits. The 2007 Worry Report demonstrates that almost one in five people... ( Read more about Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There)
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Dr. Roger Pollock
Dr. Roger Pollock, M.D.
suite 202 One West Ridgewood Avenue
Paramus,
New jersey
07652
Call (888) 631-1911
If you have sustained a severe shoulder injury or have a shoulder worn down from years of hard work, a Shoulder Replacement may be the solution needed to add day to day shoulder comfort back into your life. Roger G. Pollock, MD is a fellowship-trained shoulder specialist, who has treated many patients with different types of shoulder arthritis and has performed hundreds of shoulder replacement surgeries.
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MedWell, L.L.C.
MedWell, L.L.C. Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy
33 Central Ave
Midland Park,
NJ
07432
Call (888) 820-2250
If you cannot enjoy the things you used to because of throbbing, aching, or soreness that is brought on by chronic back pain, let MedWell, L.L.C. Pain Relief and Physical Therapy Center in Midland Park, Bergen County , New Jersey, and their expert team of licensed physical therapists make it their mission to provide you with the proper treatment and fast results.
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Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
If you are looking for state of the art Orthopedic care and live in or around White Plains, New York, look no further than the Lawrence Hospital Center Center. The entire team of professionals will work by your side to ease your disorder with the most advanced treatments while administering unique personal care that is difficult to find in any medical facility. Along with years of combined experience, Lawrence Hospital Center has a comfortable healing atmosphere to allow you to relax throughout your treatment.
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Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D.
Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management
551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
New York,
NY
10176
Call (888) 898-7795
If you are among the millions of Americans that suffer from back pain and are seeking safe and effective chronic pain treatment without the use of drug therapies or surgical procedures, Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management directed by Dr. Steven Moalemi, M.D. have solutions that work without surgery in Manhattan. This team of physical therapists led by decompression specialists Dr. Moalemi help people recover from their pain in NYC and live normal lives again. |
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Dr. David Podell, DC
Waterfront Institute for Spine and Joint Rehabilitation
115 River Rd, Bld 10
Edgewater,
NJ
07020
Call (888) 319-4510
If you are one of the growing number of Americans experiencing aches and discomforts as a result of Sciatica, effective relief exists without drug and surgical treatments. The Waterfront Institute serving Bergenfield, New Jersey is filled with friendly experts and offers a wide range of care in order to build the noninvasive treatment plan that is right for you. Dr. David Podell, DC heads this innovative facility and has years in professional experience.
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Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.
Coming soon
to Rutherford NJ,
Call 888-283-6198
If you or a loved one is experiencing severe discomfort due to joint pain, finding the right treatment is important. Chronic pain can prevent you from being active and living a normal life. If you are looking for a safe, effective treatment method, Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA) may be able to provide you with relief. MUA is a multidisciplinary manual therapy treatment system which is used to improve articular and soft tissue movement. Dr. Peter Ferraro is an experienced MUA practitioner who has helped over 5000 patients in and around the Morris County, New Jersey area with this treatment method.
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Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.
Advanced Center for Injury & Wellness
224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook,
New Jersey
07663
Call 888-283-6198
A bulging disc can make many day-to-day tasks uncomfortably painful. Even walking up a flight of stairs or picking up the grandkids can become unbearable. While many use over-the-counter drugs to mask the pain, some even consider potentially risky surgery due to ineffectiveness of other treatments. If you're struggling to find relief from a bulging disc, a safe, non-surgical treatment is available for those in the Passaic County, New Jersey area. Dr. Peter Ferraro, DC offers excellence in spinal care to help relieve the pain and discomfort serious back conditions.
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Dr. Michael L. Eggleston, DC
Eggleston Chiropractic & Rehab
3000 N. Market Ave.
Suite C. Fayetteville,
AR
72703
Call 479-575-0105
Always feeling uncomfortable? Is your neck pain so intense that it controls your life? Many people resort to using over-the-counter drugs when dealing with neck pain, but this is only a temporary fix, masking the pain. If you feel like you’re in an endless cycle of pain, it’s time to get out. With the help of Dr. Michael L. Eggleston, D.C. of Eggleston Chiropractic located in Fayetteville, Ar you can get back to the pain-free lifestyle you always wanted. If you are in pain, call today. |
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Outpatient Services | Rehabilitation & Occupational Therapy
Lawrence Hospital Center | Outpatient Services
55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 245-5611
The day's orders at the Rehabilitation Services Unit of the Lawrence Hospital Center are simple: High Tech, High Touch. Employ the latest in both technology and techniques, but never forget that you are treating PEOPLE. People who have individual wants, needs and tolerances, people who have gone through a lot and chances are, have a ways to go before they are, what they were, just a short time ago.
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Dr. Darren Pollack, DC
Dasha Wellness Chiropractic PC
115 East 57th Street Suite 520
Manhattan,
NY
10022
Call 888-366-5209
Are you suffering each day because of severe back pain, unable to do the things you need and enjoy? So often, injuries to the back and neck that relate to the spine can take complete control of our lives whether they are caused by accident or age. Get the help you need to feel like yourself again. At Dasha Wellness in Manhattan NYC, Darren Pollack, DC offers a full complement of services to reduce and stop pain. Using technologies like non-surgical spinal decompression, Dr. Pollack works closely with patients to improve their lives and get relief.
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Dr. Ronald Spiaggia
Performance Rehabilitation & Sports Injury Center
459 Watchung Avenue
Watchung,
NJ
07069
Call 888-897-4870
Dr. Spiaggia and his team at Performance Rehabilitation want nothing more than to leave their clients feeling satisfied and fully capable of performing activities that once seemed beyond their ability due to their condition. In order to achieve this desired effect, Dr. Spiaggia has combined his expertise with that of a massage therapist and physical therapist, to make certain that their clients receive effective integrative care that encompasses every end of treatment. Patients can receive a multitude of treatments according to what would best treat their individual set of symptoms. Regardless of the degree of complexity of their case, Dr. Spiaggia make it their main objective to develop a treatment plan that would best suit the specific needs of each client. |
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Dr. Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.
Associates in Family Chiropractic & Natural Health Care, P.C.
156 East Avenue
Norwalk,
CT
06851
Call (203) 242-0165
If you are searching for back pain relief, then you don't need to look any further. Dr. Risa Sloves and her husband Dr. Mark Joachim have practiced spinal decompression therapy for almost 20 years in Norwalk CT.
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Dr. Steven S. Moalemi, M.D.
Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management
551 5th Avenue Ste. 525
New York,
NY
10176
Call (888) 898-7795
Pain has two definite effects on a human life: it prevents you from doing the things you love and it makes you miserable. You just feel stuck and you'd do anything for it to stop. Empire Physical Medicine & Pain Management located in Midtown Manhattan strives to utilize the most effective and modern approach to musculoskeletal and other painful conditions. They possess the necessary tools and methods to make pain management a possibility. |
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Dr. Steven Shoshany
New York Integrative Medical and Rehab
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York,
NY
10012
Call (888) 435-7155
Stiff and tense feelings will only serve to promote more Neck pain as your movement becomes more strained and difficult. Choosing the right medical specialist can prove to be detrimental in obtaining total relief from the rigid and restraining effects of neck pain. For this reason, many individuals choose to experience the recuperative benefits offered by the specialist health care providers at New York Integrative Medical and Rehab in Manhattan. For years, Dr. Steven Shoshany has helped the New York community to rid itself of aggravating effects of chronic joint illness by utilizing the latest techniques in chiropractic procedures to achieve complete wellness and a considerable amount of neck pain relief.
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Dr. Steven Shoshany
New York Medical Integrative & Rehab
632 Broadway, Ste 303 (btw. Bleecker & Houston)
New York,
NY
10012
Call (888) 435-7155
Are you living with neck pain? Can you not do the activities you used to complete so easily in the past? Neck pain can result from too much physical strain or some other cause. There is always the pain however. People that suffer from neck pain should consider Dr. Steven Shoshany at New York Integrative Medical and Rehab in Manhattan. He is a very innovative pain management specialist who can help you get through your neck pain.
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Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.
224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook,
New Jersey
07663
Call 888-283-6198
That pain in your legs just won't go away, and any extended amount of time on your feet causes serious pain. When you sit it feels a little better, but the pain is a lot to bear. These are common symptoms of spinal stenosis, a painful spinal condition common with aging. For effective treatment that can put a stop to your pain, call Dr. Peter Ferraro in Passaic County, New Jersey. As a back and neck pain expert, Dr. Ferraro uses the next generation of spinal decompression technology to give patients relief from pain.
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NY Rehab, Pain Management & Medical Services, P.C.
NY Rehab, Pain Management & Medical Services, P.C.
32-44 31st Street
Astoria,
NY
11106
Call (888) 292-7798
An injury during sports can severely limit your performance in the future, especially if the injury is serious and treatment is not prompt. NY Rehab, Pain Management & Medical Services, P.C. in Astoria, Long Island City, Queens, NY have training in diagnosis and numerous protocols for the repair of injuries such as sports and performance or work-related.
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Dr. Steve Minors, DC
Rehabfx
2404 Lake Austin Blvd
Austin,
TX
78703
Call 888-544-1162
Have you been suffering from debilitating or chronic back pain? Bulging and herniated discs can be the cause of pain that seems to radiate all over the body preventing sufferers from living a normal life. Dr. Steven Minors of Rehab FX is an experienced chiropractor who specializes in dealing with herniated and bulging discs. He employs the use of the DRX 9000 spinal decompression system which has given severe back pain sufferers another option to consider rather than costly spine surgery or medication routines. If you are living in West Austin and are experiencing back pain, contact Dr. Minors today.
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Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.
224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook,
New Jersey
07663
Call 888-283-6198
Have you been unable to recover from that old running injury? Is a back injury preventing you from pursuing the activities you once loved? For patients seeking rehabilitation from injuries, Dr. Peter Ferraro, DC near Passaic County, New Jersey offers the best in chiropractic treatments, massage, and physical therapy.
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Louis E. Bisogni, DC & Alan H. Siegel, DC
Westchester Non-Surgical Spine and Sports Care
12 Old Mamaroneck Rd.
Wht Plns,
NY
10605
Call (914) 202-0700
When your health is concerned, you deserve treatment from someone who understands your body's painful symptoms with absolute clarity. Westchester Non-Surgical Spine and Sports Care in Westchester County, New York combines thorough evaluation and next generation treatment protocols to give patients relief from pain.
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