Because the spine supports the whole body, it is essential for standing and for major movements of any kind. For this reason, injuries to the spine are very frightening, resulting not only in acute pain but in sudden disability. The experienced physiatrists of Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine are all too familiar with the upheaval…
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What to Expect At Your First PRP Therapy Session
At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our physiatrists are committed to providing holistic, nonsurgical healing of musculoskeletal problems through a broad range of treatments. One of these successful treatments is Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy. This blog is designed to help you understand what PRP is, what you can expect at your first therapy session, and…
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How Sports Medicine Can Help You Recover From Injury
Sports injuries can affect your physical health, your emotional well-being, and your quality of life. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, all of our doctors understand the impact of these injuries and design comprehensive sports medicine programs to help each patient recover quickly and effectively. Dr. Chator, the dynamic physiatrist who is the newest member…
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Preventing Pinched Nerves: Tips for Maintaining Spinal Health
As physiatrists at Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, we specialize in relieving neuromusculoskeletal pain through non-surgical methods. Therefore, one of our common focuses is alleviating the troubling symptoms of pinched nerves. If you are having pain you suspect may be caused by a pinched nerve or if you have had this problem in the past,…
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What are the Different Types of Orthopedic Trauma?
Orthopedic trauma refers to sudden, severe injuries to the musculoskeletal system. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, many of our patients come to us with traumatic orthopedic injuries to their bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves. These injuries typically require immediate and comprehensive care. Because we are a nonsurgical practice, if we diagnose injuries…
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What to Know for Your First Visit to a Physiatrist
Perhaps you, like many of the patients who come to the offices of Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine for the first time, are unfamiliar with the word “physiatrist,” a term that describes a doctor who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation. This blog is designed to help you understand the nature of the help we…
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Can Acupuncture Help with Morning Sickness During Pregnancy?
For a great many women, the wonder, joy, and expectation of pregnancy are clouded by the woes of morning sickness. If you are one of these women, you may want to consider the benefits of acupuncture at Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine. Research suggests that acupuncture is a safe and effective treatment for morning sickness,…
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What to Expect During an EMG Study
If you have not been through an EMG (electromyography) study before, you may be wondering what to expect. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our doctors are committed to partnering with you when it comes to your healthcare, so this blog is designed to clarify what an EMG study is, why it is administered, how…
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Exploring Noninvasive Pain Management Treatments
At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our practice is a holistic one. Our physicians, who specialize in a variety of noninvasive pain management treatments, are eager to make you feel better as quickly as possible. If you are suffering from disabling musculoskeletal pain and looking for a way to manage your discomfort without opioid drugs…
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When Should I See a Physiatrist?
Many patients wonder when it’s appropriate to consult a physiatrist rather than an orthopedic surgeon. In fact, both of these medical specialists have important places in the world of modern medicine. This article is meant to clarify when seeing a physiatrist, like one of the acclaimed doctors at Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, is not…
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