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 As an athlete, your work is never finished. No matter what stage of your career you’re at, you will always be going that extra mile to improve. Whether it’s shaving a few seconds off your time or adding a few extra pounds to your personal record, athletes always strive to be the best they […]

Do you want to reach your peak performance? What do you consider Performance? Are you having trouble reaching your goals? Are you limited due to injury or is your training plateauing? If you are looking for long term athlete development in New York City, we are your option. As an athlete, you want to be able

Spinal stenosis is a common condition that occurs when there is a narrowing of your spinal canal, leading to pressure or pinching of the nerves that pass through the canal. This condition typically occurs in the lower back and neck and is most commonly found amongst adults above 50 years old. If you are looking

Patients often ask me what some of the most common injuries I treat are, and being a PT in a predominantly walking city, it’s no surprise that foot/heel pain is among the most prevalent. Although foot and heel pain are common, it is often misdiagnosed, and treatment is poorly understood. Far too often, by the

Do you experience hand pain that won’t go away? It may be because you now work from home. One of the most noticeable effects of the pandemic is the change in many people’s work styles and work location. Many people have now gone fully remote, choosing to work from home rather than from a physical

It has been estimated that approximately between 3 and 5 million patients in the United States have lymphedema, with a significant portion developing as a result from cancer or its treatment.  Breast cancer – related lymphedema can effect approximately 1 in 5 patients who are treated for breast cancer. To get a better understanding of

Whether you’re a powerlifter, a patient, or someone new to the gym, the squat is a staple in most programs. The squat is often considered “the mother of all exercises” and for good reason. But over the years the squat has been the victim of unnecessary criticism. Like anything we don’t know or understand, we

Have you ever experienced dizziness or vertigo?  Have you had issues with balance and stability?  Have you woken up in the morning and rolled over in bed only to find the room spinning?  Vestibular disorders are surprisingly common and can be quite debilitating.  It has been reported that as many as 35% of adults aged

What is Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training and how does it work? Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training involves using a medical tourniquet/cuff which partially restricts blood flow while exercising. I know this sounds scary, but keep reading! The cuff is wrapped around the upper arm (below the shoulder) or lower leg (below the hip). It

What is Sciatica? Do I have it? The sciatic nerve is the largest and thickest nerve in the body. It is formed from the union of 5 nerve roots (L4-S3) and travels down the back of the leg into the foot. Its purpose is to innervate the muscles, skin and other connective tissue down the