That dull, burning ache on the outside of your thigh isn’t just sore muscles. It’s persistent, it spikes during certain movements, and it may travel down to your knee. You might feel it most when walking downhill, climbing stairs, or running. You rest, you stretch, but the pain keeps coming back in the same spot….
Read MoreAt Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our physiatrists are dedicated to relieving pain and restoring function using nonsurgical treatment methods. From our five offices in Nassau and Suffolk Counties, we offer personalized care to patients all over Long Island, many of whom have running-related sports injuries. Recognizing the prevalence of these issues, we want to…
Read MoreWhile running can be a wonderful exercise that results in increased physical and mental health, there are times when too much running, running without stretching first, and running while wearing improper footwear, can cause pain and dysfunction. When that happens, you need the services of the talented physiatrists at Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine. If…
Read MoreSoccer may be the most popular sport in the world, but probably not while you’re in pain from your last soccer game. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, we treat many patients who have suffered musculoskeletal soccer injuries, often youngsters or young adults playing on school or college teams. Soccer is an invigorating game that’s…
Read MoreBack pain can be debilitating to the point where even simple movement feels overwhelming. For many active people, the natural reaction to this is to stop exercising altogether. However, the truth is that this choice often makes pain worse. Careful, deliberate movement helps most types of back pain heal faster, while also building stability and…
Read MoreStaying active after 50 supports better balance, flexibility, and strength—but your body’s needs change with age. Muscles recover more slowly, joints stiffen, and the risk of injury increases. That doesn’t mean slowing down, but it does mean being smart about how you move. With the right approach, you can stay active, strong, and pain-free for…
Read MoreAt Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, where we specialize in problems of the back and joints, we see a fair number of cases of elbow bursitis. This condition occurs in the fluid-filled sac at the bony tip of the elbow, known as the olecranon bursa. Our doctors are physiatrists, focused on relieving pain and restoring…
Read MoreMost people call it a “slipped” or “herniated” disc, but doctors know it as a ruptured disc: This injury occurs when the soft center of one of the spine’s cushions (discs) squeezes out through a tear in the tougher outer layer. That bulging material can press on nearby nerves, causing pain, numbness, or weakness. While…
Read MoreIf your physician has recommended a nerve conduction study (NCS), it’s normal to feel uncertain about what to expect. This diagnostic test helps identify nerve damage or dysfunction, especially in patients with numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness. While it might initially sound intimidating, the procedure is quick, low-risk, and typically well-tolerated. Here’s a closer look…
Read MoreAs winter fades and spring sports ramp up, athletes across Long Island are eager to get back on the field, track, or court. But jumping back into intense activity too quickly can lead to early-season injuries that could sideline you before the season even gets started. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, we specialize in…
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