Neck pain may come and go. But when that pain starts to radiate down your shoulder, arm, or into your fingers – when it brings numbness, tingling, or weakness – that’s something else entirely. That’s when cervical radiculopathy may be to blame. Cervical radiculopathy starts when a nerve in the neck becomes compressed or inflamed. That pressure…
Read MoreWhiplash is a prevalent injury, often arising from car accidents, slip and falls, or sports injuries. Characterized by the sudden jolt of the neck forwards and backwards, whiplash results in severe pain and disabling stiffness. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our experienced physiatrists understand the nature and nuances of whiplash. Our team is well-prepared…
Read MoreAt Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, we are acutely aware that most people suffer back and neck pain during their lifetimes. Our doctors, physiatrists specializing in pain alleviation and restoration of function, also understand how pain and immobility issues significantly diminish one’s quality of life. For years, we have been providing effective, nonsurgical treatments like…
Read MoreThe SI (sacroiliac) joint, which plays a pivotal role in connecting the spine to the pelvis, can unfortunately be a source of chronic pain. Over the years, SI joint pain has been notoriously misdiagnosed as a spinal problem, so consulting with specialists in pain diagnosis and treatment is critical. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine,…
Read MoreIf you are now suffering the pain of a bone spur, you know how much such a small protrusion can interfere with your life. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, we have a fine track record of relieving the pain of bone spurs and other musculoskeletal abnormalities with corticosteroid injections. What Is a Bone Spur?…
Read MoreAt Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, where our doctors focus on relieving pain and restoring function, corticosteroid injections are an important tool in our treatment regimens since they help to reduce inflammation, a major cause of pain. Corticosteroids mimic the effects of hormones your body naturally produces in your adrenal glands to reduce swelling and…
Read MoreOsteoarthritis is a big problem in the U.S., growing as the population ages. According to the CDC, over 50 percent of adults over 65 have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, we treat a diverse group of patients with this disorder. As skilled physiatrists, we are committed to relieving their pain…
Read MoreCorticosteroids (steroids) are an anti-inflammatory medication for conditions ranging from asthma to Crohn’s Disease. A synthetic version of hormones produced by the adrenal glands, corticosteroids reduce pain and inflammation. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our doctors use corticosteroids to treat spinal and musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. As holistic healthcare providers whose primary focus is…
Read MoreConstruction sites are dangerous places. In spite of all the safety measures taken by companies, supervisors, and workers, accidents resulting in injuries are common among those who do construction work. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, where healing spinal and musculoskeletal injuries is our forte, our doctors have a great deal of experience treating construction…
Read MoreAt the five offices of Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, we treat musculoskeletal injuries in the back and neck, and throughout the body. As physiatrists, we focus on nonsurgically relieving pain and restoring function. Patients come to us with injuries that result from everyday activities, occupational duties, sports, hobbies and recreation, traffic accidents, and slip…
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