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Our telehealth appointments are 1-on-1 video sessions that are from 30 - 60 minutes. During your session, you'll have an opportunity to ask about any changes in your condition, have your exercises supervised and corrected, and make changes to your plan of care if needed. This is a great option for individuals with busy schedules or confined to their home.
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Remember those dreaded school group projects? In every group, there was always an overachiever doing more than their fair share, an underachiever doing the bare minimum, and a few who managed to contribute just enough.Believe it or not, your muscles behave in a similar fashion, especially when you take on physically demanding activities like hiking or working out. Just like a group project, some muscles will overwork while others slack off, potentially leading to imbalances and even injury. Here's how to make sure everyone (and muscle) is participating!
Do you wake up with pain or struggle through daily activities due to discomfort? Chronic muscle inflammation, or myositis, could be the culprit. Park North Therapy in Morningside Heights offers professional physical therapy to address and manage the symptoms of this condition effectively. Our expert physical therapists are equipped to help you understand your symptoms and guide you through targeted treatments to improve your quality of life.
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Pickleball, a sport combining elements from badminton, tennis, and ping-pong, is gaining popularity, especially among older adults, for its fun and health benefits. Despite its appeal, there's a risk of injury, with common issues including tennis elbow, sprained ankles, and lower back pain. Park North Physical Therapy in Harlem offers tips for preventing such injuries, emphasizing the importance of proper warm-up, technique, and physical therapy. Physical therapy plays a crucial role in enhancing balance, coordination, and strength, reducing the likelihood of injury while enjoying pickleball.
Minda Dentler is an Ironman World Champion Qualifier and Wheelchair athlete, who was also a former patient at Park North Physical Therapy in Harlem. Minda describes how the skills she learned in PT helped her train and recover from injury. In addition to her athletic career, Minda is also a TEDX speaker and children's book author. Check out our interview with her to learn more about her incredible life experience.
Park North Physical Therapy proudly announces our continued collaboration with Figure Skating in Harlem (FSH), a vital youth development organization that has been uplifting the Harlem community since 1997. This partnership is rooted in our shared commitment to empowering young girls, especially girls of color, by providing educational and leadership opportunities alongside the art of figure skating.
At Park North Physical Therapy, we're passionate about helping young athletes reach their full potential. Yet, the pressure to perform can lead to pushing through pain, risking lasting injuries. Dr. Sam Morjaria, owner of Park North Physical therapy in Harlem and Morningside Heights, explains the unique challenges young athletes face and how we guide them on the path to recovery.
Spending time on the golf course or at the driving range can be a great way to improve your health and well-being. However, suffering from common golf injuries can keep you away from the green and limit your movement. Learn how physical therapy exercises can alleviate pain caused by common types of injuries for golfers. At Park North Physical Therapy in Upper Manhattan, we help avid golfers hit the green with confidence. Visit us if you want to strengthen your golf game and have a speedy recovery.
With the NYC Marathon scheduled for Sunday, November 5th, the excitement and preparation are reaching their peak. But equally important to your race strategy is your recovery plan. Proper post-marathon recovery is crucial in avoiding injuries and ensuring quick healing. Park North Physical Therapy is dedicated to aiding your recovery with some insightful tips and techniques, specially tailored for the aftermath of the demanding race.
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With the NYC Marathon only two months away, many local runners seek ways to improve their performance and safeguard their bodies. At Park North Physical Therapy in Harlem and Morningside Heights, we're not only focused on holistic training techniques but also on the advanced methods to assess and improve your gait using specialized technology like Digitsole. Our therapists have developed a list of cross-training exercises for runners to improve your athletic performance. Let us guide you through more productive running workouts in and out of the season.
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Warming up before exercise can prevent injury, boost performance and mentally prepare you for your workout. We are breaking down some essential warm-up tips for tp make the most out of your next workout.
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Learn more about how sleep affects your recovery in physical therapy and your overall athletic recovery. Plus, a few tips from Samuel Lu about how to get better sleep.
