National Arthritis Awareness Month

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Farmingdale PT East

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In recognition of National Arthritis Awareness Month this May, all of us here at Farmingdale Physical Therapy East would like to raise awareness for this condition as well as to discuss the importance of treatment for overall quality-of-life. Conservative estimates put the number of Americans currently living with some type of chronic arthritis pain at just above 54 million, with that number projected to rise to upwards of 78 million by the year 2040. Whether you have already been diagnosed with arthritis, or wish to take precautions against developing it in the future, a physical therapist in Farmingdale is here to help.

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The Benefits of Therapeutic Ultrasound

Posted on May 5, 2018 by Farmingdale PT East

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Therapeutic ultrasound therapy is a cutting-edge modality that uses ultrasonic sound waves to heal a wide range of different injuries and ailments. Therapeutic ultrasounds are specifically designed for healing muscle and tissue injuries. For this procedure, an ultrasound machine is applied to the skin surrounding an injury. The ultrasound machine will then create sound waves that are sent throughout the affected area. These sound waves create vibrations within the damaged tissue. These vibrations provide several positive effects on the injury’s ability to heal. Here at Farmingdale Physical Therapy East, therapeutic ultrasounds are just one of the many services that we provide our patients with. A Farmingdale physical therapist will use a combination of therapeutic ultrasound and other modalities in order to ensure that your recovery is as successful as possible.

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Hip Bursitis

Posted on March 24, 2018 by Farmingdale PT East

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Hip bursitis is caused by the inflammation of the bursa which is located in the hip. It is has been described as one of the leading causes of hip pain. Dealing with this pain can be made easier by working with a physical therapist. If you are looking for a physical therapist in Farmingdale, Farmingdale Physical Therapy East can offer you many services to help you recover and heal from hip bursitis.

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Preventing Sprained Ankles

Posted on March 17, 2018 by Farmingdale PT East

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Are you worried about spraining your ankle? At Farmingdale Physical Therapy East, we can show you the proper exercise techniques that prevent these types of injuries from happening. Our physical therapists treat those with all kinds of conditions, illnesses, and injuries, we eager to provide you whatever treatment is best for your ankle.

Here are simple ankle exercises you can try at home to keep your ankles stable.

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TMJ

Posted on March 10, 2018 by Farmingdale PT East

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Suffering from jaw pain? Do you constantly grind your teeth? Have pain associated with your ears or face? If so, there’s a good chance you might have TMJ.  Short for temporomandibular joint, TMJ affects roughly 15% of adults, those ages 20 to 40 being the most susceptible.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Posted on March 3, 2018 by Farmingdale PT East

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Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a debilitating condition in which the tendons in the carpal tunnel become inflamed and exert pressure on the median nerve of the arm. This causes a variety of symptoms including tingling, numbness and sometimes burning pain in the wrist and arm. Often this condition can be treated by using an arm splint, taking NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) medications, and receiving physical therapy treatments.  For a Farmingdale physical therapist that provides relief for carpal tunnel syndrome sufferers, contact us here.

How Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Assessed?

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Preventing Spring Sports Injuries

Posted on March 1, 2018 by Farmingdale PT East

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Sports Injuries – Physical Therapy in Farmingdale

In order to win and play at your highest level this spring sports season, you’ll need to prevent injuries. This may seem challenging because injuries can occur at any time, however, there are many preventative measures you can take. At Farmingdale Physical Therapy East we can help you stay healthy and injury-free all season by providing sports injury rehabilitation in Farmingdale, NY. Here are some tips we recommend:

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Physical therapy for workplace injuries

Posted on February 15, 2018 by Farmingdale PT East

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Workplace Injuries – Physical Therapy in Farmingdale

When an employee gets injured at work, it is essential that they receive the best treatment in order to return back to their previous state of health and back to work. The best plan of action for the injured employee to return to work promptly is through physical therapy in Farmingdale.

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Why Does My Neck Hurt?

Posted on February 7, 2018 by Farmingdale PT East

Have you ever woken up in the morning and thought, “why does my neck hurt?” Do you always experience some type of neck pain and don’t know where it occurs from? According to statistics, 85 percent of Americans have neck pain at some point in their lives. In addition, 45 percent of workers also experience neck and back pain as a result of the demand on their bodies. As a result of these statistics, there has to be a reason a majority of Americans are experiencing some type of neck discomfort. It’s important to discover why this occurs and how it can be prevented. If you have neck pain and are looking for treatment, a physical therapist in Farmingdale will be able to help you with any condition that is giving you problems.

What Causes Neck Pain

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Physical Therapy for Workers’ Comp Injuries

Posted on February 1, 2018 by Farmingdale PT East

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Have you recently sustained an injury while sitting at your desk at work, riding in the company car, or even while attending an off-site company party? If your answer to any of those questions was “Yes”, New York state has got you covered under the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Law, and we at Farmingdale Physical Therapy East urge you to let us connect you with a physical therapist in Farmingdale who can help you on your road to recovery.

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