Blog - Park Physical Therapy on Merrick Road in Massapequa

March 7, 2014

Office Workouts

Office Workouts As we are at the tail end of a long winter and the cold weather still discourages most from going outside, incorporating some simple office exercises into your daily routine can help you stay active. It is easy to become stagnant at work, but keeping your blood flowing with simple stretches and exercises can help with mental functioning and overall productivity. Here are a few stretches to try: Reach over your shoulder to your upper back. With your other hand, grab the elbow and gently pull until you reach a comfortable stretch. While sitting upright in your chair, […]

February 28, 2014

TWO RESPECTED PHYSICAL THERAPY PRACTICES ON LONG ISLAND COMBINE TO FORM THE PHYSICAL THERAPY ALLIANCE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Amanda Carnesi Tel: 631.392.4255 Cell: 631.974.1824 Email: Amanda@prescriptionpr.com February 21, 2014 TWO RESPECTED PHYSICAL THERAPY PRACTICES ON LONG ISLAND COMBINE TO FORM THE PHYSICAL THERAPY ALLIANCE Advance Physical Therapy and Park Physical Therapy Specializing in Sports Rehabilitation, Aquatic Therapy, Pediatric, and Geriatric Care In the New Year, Advance Physical Therapy owner Louis Obergh and Park Physical Therapy owner Raymond Cecora collaborated to form The Physical Therapy Alliance. They now combine their unique specialties and expertise to provide a comprehensive and well-rounded physical therapy experience for their existing and potential patients. Advance Physical Therapy, with two convenient […]

February 25, 2014

Sprains and Strains

Sprains and Strains Whether you’re an athlete or someone who is not so physically active, soft tissue injuries like strains, sprains, and bruises can happen to anyone. To prevent these common and uncomfortable injuries, reacting in a timely fashion can help you recover quickly. The method to follow is called the RICE method; RICE stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Rest: Reduce strenuous daily activities and avoid putting weight or strain on the injured area. Ice: To promote healing and reduce inflammation use an ice pack on the injured area for 10 to 20 minutes at a time from […]

February 18, 2014

Nutrition in Athletics

Nutrition in Athletics Whether you are an avid athlete working out every day or someone who exercises once a week, nutrition is an important consideration in overall health and athletic performance. The body requires carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, fats, water and minerals as essential nutrients. For athletes or people who are physically active, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates will provide the body energy during these activities. Fats, though we are now conditioned to avoid them, are the most concentrated source of energy. Fats are generally present in pork, poultry, beef, dairy products, nuts, oils, and chocolate. Too much fat intake can cause […]

February 14, 2014

Little Leaguer’s Elbow: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

Little Leaguer’s Elbow: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention Children are starting sports early on in life and face enormous pressure to compete. While competition and ambition are healthy, there also runs the risk of young baseball players developing “little leaguers’ elbow” which is a result of repetitive stresses of incorrect throwing. Symptoms: Little Leaguers’ Elbow now encompasses all of the stress changes related to youth pitching, specifically overuse injuries involving the flexor tendons of the wrist. The repeated trauma of pitching; throwing curve balls and other breaking pitches place increased strain on the wrist. Symptoms such as pain and tenderness at […]

February 4, 2014

Aerobic Exercise: An Excellent Workout for The Heart

Aerobic Exercise: An Excellent Workout for The Heart The term aerobic means “with oxygen” while anaerobic means “without oxygen.” Aerobic exercise is any activity which creates an increased need for oxygen over an extended period of time. Such activities include walking, jogging, cycling, cross-country skiing or aerobics classes. Anaerobic exercises are quick explosive activities such as sprints, weightlifting, football or baseball. Aerobic exercise trains the heart, lungs and cardiovascular system to deliver oxygen more efficiently to every part of the body. An aerobically fit cardiovascular system is more efficient therefore the heart beats fewer times per minute in order to […]

February 4, 2014

Postpartum Muscle Strengthening

Postpartum Muscle Strengthening After giving birth to a new baby, mothers are given the task of not only adapting to a new addition and altering their lifestyles but also to her own body. During pregnancy, a woman’s body is accommodating to the needs of the unborn baby; constantly changing and evolving as well as being privy to rapid hormonal fluctuations. As a result of carrying a child as well as the physically taxing task of giving birth, the pelvic floor is weakened and stretched, which results in less support of the abdominal organs. A few weeks after childbirth, mothers can […]