It is well known that we experience more aches and pains as we get older. Much of this is attributable to arthritis, a process of deterioration that affects the joints, but a great deal of the pain older individuals experience comes from aging muscles as well. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, we treat musculoskeletal…
Read MoreIf you are experiencing unexplained muscle pain or have already been diagnosed with myofascial pain syndrome, contact one of the five offices of Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine where our specialty is nonsurgical pain management and restoration of function. Our physiatrists use both traditional and complementary medical treatments to reach our primary goal of returning…
Read MoreIt is not surprising that a great number of the patients who visit Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine are suffering from some form of arthritis since it is estimated that a quarter of the U.S. population is similarly afflicted. The pain and stiffness of arthritis too often interfere with work, mobility, and general enjoyment of…
Read MoreThe chances are good that you need the care of a competent physiatrist like the doctors at Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine. If the term is unfamiliar to you, you’re not alone. Even some spell-check devices “correct” physiatrist to psychiatrist! The fact is, the terms pertain to two very different specialties. Are physiatrists real doctors?…
Read MoreMany 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…
Read MorePains in the neck are apparently of interest, since references to neck injuries have become part of our metaphorical language. A person or situation provoking extreme irritation is referred to as “a pain in the neck,” and “you could break your neck” is considered a serious warning against self-injury. The neck, supporting as it does…
Read MoreHow is a medical massage different from a regular massage? Today, more and more orthopedic practices are offering complimentary treatment protocols, like medical massage. Research is showing that many of these methods, including yoga, acupuncture, and PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic field) therapy, as well as massage, are often quite effective. Besides studies showing the value of complementary…
Read MoreWhat is myofascial pain syndrome and are trigger point injections an effective treatment method? What is Myofascial Pain Syndrome? Myofascial pain has been described as muscle pain, a very simple and straightforward explanation. However, the fascia, where that pain actually originates, is proving to be anything but simple. There are organizations and conferences focused solely on gaining…
Read MoreIs there really such a thing as medical massage or is it just a temporary “make you feel good” technique? Who doesn’t love a massage? Typically, it is an entire hour devoted to someone else creating a relaxing experience that is totally focused on you. Aches and pains are, hopefully, coaxed out of muscles and…
Read MoreWhat are the benefits of trigger point injections? Everybody has trigger points, but you may not realize just what they are or what role they play. The body is held together by a network of muscles, joints and tendons that all work together allowing us to perform our daily activities. When everything is working as…
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