Author Archives: Farmingdale PT East

Physical Therapy In Farmingdale

John Dugan, a noted leader in the Long Island physical therapy community, and a lifelong member of Farmingdale, founded Farmingdale Physical Therapy East. We are dedicated to improving the health of our patients through state-of-art physical therapy and rehabilitation services. … Continue reading

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Body Conditioning for Cycling

 As each day passes by, summer slowly begins to arrive. Through the cold winter months, you may have found yourself cuddled up on the couch with popcorn and a movie playing on the television. With summer and exercising in mind, … Continue reading

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Fall Injuries on the Rise in Older Adults

It is unpleasant and embarrassing to experience a slip and fall. To admit that you momentarily lost your balance and ended up on the floor can be frightening and quite humiliating. With this in mind, it is essential to understand … Continue reading

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Are You Overtraining? How Physical Therapy Can Help.

Working out and exercising can be great for you. It provides countless health benefits that can improve cardiovascular health and lower risk for diseases. In some cases, however, exercising can be harmful or even dangerous. Working out can become harmful … Continue reading

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#Choose PT

Physical therapy is a cost-effective treatment that helps to improve mobility and relieve pain. PT has the potential to reduce a patient’s need for surgery and prescription drugs by allowing them to follow a recovery plan designed for their specific … Continue reading

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Preventing MCL Tears (medial collateral ligament)

The MCL, or medial collateral ligament, runs down the inner part of the knee from the thigh bone to about five inches from the top of the shinbone. The MCL prevents the leg from over-extending inward, helps to stabilize the … Continue reading

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Pre- and Post- Surgical Care

At Farmingdale Physical Therapy East, we treat patients with both presurgical and postsurgical care. A surgery such as a total knee or hip replacement can mean a long recovery process. This often leads patients to reconsider surgery, thus putting it … Continue reading

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Physical Therapy for Myositis

Myositis refers to any condition that causes muscle inflammation, a condition that has several causes. Myositis can be caused by an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own tissues, viral infection, or vigorous exercise. Myositis is accompanied by joint … Continue reading

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Shoulder Pain

The shoulder is a very complex ball-in-socket-joint surrounded by bones, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons, making it capable of a wide range of motion. With its versatility and complex makeup, the shoulder can be injured easily. Manual labor, sports, and using … Continue reading

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Back Pain Can Shorten Your Life

Back pain is a commonly reported condition that can affect anyone. Therefore, it may come as no surprise that an estimated 65 million Americans report experiencing back pain per year. For many, the pain can be truly debilitating, limiting day-to-day … Continue reading

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