With March Madness in full swing and Opening Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to talk about injury prevention for athletes of all levels. Whether you’re hitting the basketball court, gearing up for baseball season, or simply getting more active as the weather warms up, taking care of your body should be …
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When it comes to physical therapy, one size doesn’t fit all. At Fit Club NY, we’re proud to offer both virtual physical therapy and in-person physical therapy, ensuring you have the flexibility to choose the best option for your needs. Both approaches have unique benefits, and the best choice depends on your lifestyle, goals, and …
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General movement and mobility are a necessary part of recovery for injured tissue. As Physical Therapist’s, we often get the question of whether or not a particular client should participate in yoga due to lack of mobility. This can be a more complex question with an even more complex answer than many clients may like, with the classic physical therapist’s answer of “it depends” holding true. Yoga can be beneficial for physical and mental health when the client knows how to move AND/OR the instructor knows how to coach proper movement.
What is a concussion: A traumatic brain injury usually caused by a blow to the head or violent shake to the head/upper body. We commonly see this with motor-vehicle accidents, falls or traumatic accidents. Not all concussions result in loss of consciousness and no two concussions are the same.
Cupping is a treatment that uses small cups placed upon areas of muscular tension or stagnation. With the use of a small pump for gentle suction, a vacuum is formed between the cups and skin and is left in place for about 10 minutes. Cupping is widely used for pain relief and musculoskeletal injuries, such as strains, sprains, back injuries, and inflammation.