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Active Release Technique in NYC – Release Your Muscles from Their Self-Imposed Prison

Humans are creatures of habit. You are a human. Therefore, you are a creature of habit. Since you are a creature of habit, you likely do several of the same activities every day of your life. Hopefully some of those activities are brushing your teeth and showering. After that, things get a little more specific […]

5 Reasons for Athletes to Give the Graston Technique a Try

If you’re a high-impact athlete or weight lifter, then you’ll want to get to know more about the Graston technique. Also, if you’re an athlete, you probably already know why you should – and it will all make sense in a few moments. If you already are involved in high-impact sports of some kind, then […]

Why You Need a Chiropractor in Your Life

So why do you need a chiropractor in your life? It’s not for their charm – but congratulations if you snagged one of the charming ones. It’s not because they’re good listeners or have comfy tables to lay on. They can’t write prescriptions or perform surgery on you. So what are they good for? Here […]

What Type of Doctor is Best for Neck Pain Care?

The type of doctor that is best for your neck pain care depends a lot on your symptoms and their cause. That is the first thing you need to figure out. The good news is there are many types of doctors that can properly diagnose your neck condition. If you’re experiencing chronic neck pain – […]

Dr. David Perna – Board Certified Sports Practitioner

Dr. David Perna has obtained the postgraduate designation of Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician® (CCSP®) by the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians™ (ACBSP™). The CCSP® certification requires the doctor to attend a minimum of 100 hours of a 120 hour postgraduate program. This instruction is specific to physical fitness and the evaluation and treatment of […]

5 Tips for Effective Home Back Pain Care

Maybe you were involved in an accident and have been seeing a doctor for pain management and treatment. Maybe you even required surgery. Or maybe you are just one of the millions of people on this planet suffering from back pain every day. No matter your situation, it’s not enough to only care for your […]

3 Ways Physical Therapy Can Change Your Life

When you hear the words “physical therapy”, visions of serious injuries probably pop into your head. You might envision someone who temporarily lost the use of their legs. Over a long period of time, they struggle to just take one step on their own. Through targeted massage, exercises, and therapy sessions led by trained physical […]

Top Ideas for Staying Active Through the Winter

One of the great challenges faced by many of us who live in four-season climates is how to stay active and get enough healthy exercise once the temperatures start dropping. When it’s cold and snowy outside, few of us have the “Just Do It” mentality of Olympic marathoner Joan Benoit, as demonstrated in this famous […]

Questioning the Effectiveness of Back Surgery

When it comes to surgery, any good doctor will tell you that success is never guaranteed and there are always risks. But how does back surgery stack up compared to other treatments for back pain? The Mayo Clinic recommends caution before choosing back surgery. Their website warns, “Spine surgeons hold differing opinions about when to […]

Proper Form for Football Tackles: Is Improved Technique Enough to Protect Youth Players?

There is no question that football is a full-contact sport that has the potential to cause a variety of injuries, some of which can be very serious. There is also no question that tackles are the most dangerous part of the game. Concussions and other head injuries, plus damage to the neck and spine can […]