In spite of the fact that golf is by no means a rough and tumble sport, a surprising number of golfers develop musculoskeletal problems that require the attention of the physiatrists at Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine. We treat both serious golf injuries, like ligament tears, and pain from repetitive or progressive strain in the back,…
Read MoreMany of the patients we treat at Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine are suffering musculoskeletal injuries due to car accidents — some recent and some that happened years ago but led to or accelerated other disease conditions, such as osteoarthritis. Out of the millions of traffic accidents that occur on our roads, most are fender…
Read MoreBecause male sports, especially those involving bodily contact, are given more attention by the media, many people would answer this question incorrectly. Having seen more male than female players suddenly collapse on the field or court only to be carried off to receive medical assistance, they assume that males sustain more frequent sports injuries than…
Read MoreEven during the pandemic, intrepid skiers still stake out places to enjoy their chosen sport. Unsurprisingly, some of them suffer injuries. If you are a Long Islander who has gone skiing and suffered a musculoskeletal or spinal injury, Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine is here to help you recover through minimally invasive therapies and procedures….
Read MoreSimone Biles recently brought international attention to the physical and psychological dangers of gymnastics, but those involved in the sport have always known that injury and extreme stress, as well as grace and beauty, are inherent in the activity. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our doctors regularly treat patients who have suffered painful, debilitating…
Read MoreWhen you go for a refreshing dip, the last thing you want to come out with is pain. Unfortunately, this is not a rare occurrence, especially for those who don’t just cool off by dunking but actively swim laps. Whether you were aware of your injury before you dried off or only noticed it later,…
Read MoreAny construction job, however small, may cause musculoskeletal injuries that are painful and disabling, injuries that Long Island residents often bring to one of the well-known offices of Long Island Rehabilitation Medicine. Our physiatrists are exceptionally well-trained to diagnose and treat injuries of muscles and joints, including the facet joints of the back. Now that…
Read MoreNow that it’s summer again, and pandemic restrictions have greatly diminished, many of us are gleefully getting back into the water. Although swimming is often thought of as a relaxing activity, swimmers get their share of muscular and joint injuries. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, we see patients throughout the year who have suffered…
Read MoreBaseball, like all activities involving public gatherings, has been suspended during the 2020 season of the COVID-19. Now that the coronavirus pandemic is coming under some control, hopes are high that the major leagues will begin playing again, perhaps in July, but without the presence of fans. Nonetheless, we are likely to see amateur and…
Read MoreWhether you play baseball, golf, soccer, tennis, basketball, football, lacrosse, or some other sport, you are likely to suffer a sports injury from time to time. It’s reassuring to know that Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine has five conveniently located offices in Nassau and Suffolk, all of which have excellent diagnostic equipment, a broad range…
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