When we think about treatments for neurological disorders, many of us may not immediately make the connection between physical therapy and neurological disorder. The fact is, physical therapy is among one of the most useful treatments for neurological disorders and treating neurological disorders with AlterG technology has helped tremendously since its inception. Many patients with…

Getting injured for an athlete can be a frustrating problem, especially with the long recovery times and less than ideal conditions that simply hold back your potential. As a physical therapist, there used to be only so much that one can do in order to speed up recovery. However, with the introduction of the AlterG…

Aging is a natural process that comes with both its upsides and downsides. One of the most common signs of aging is when your body starts showing signs of wearing out. Before you start wondering if you’re truly aging, here are 5  signs that your body could be potentially starting to break down.

Summer is here, and we expect everyone will be busy hitting the beach. Amongst the few beach games that everyone loves, beach volleyball remains to be one of the favorites that everyone plays. But while you are busy having fun, it is important to take care of your body. Most common beach volleyball injuries happen…

In the year 2018, it’s fairly common for people to have a sedentary lifestyle especially since many people have jobs in the office. Sitting for 6-8 hours a day isn’t all too uncommon and adding to that is the large percentage of people struggling from back problems. If you haven’t already heard, sitting for long…

Dr. Brenden Kirk goes over how to relieve lower back pain with these quick and easy exercises. Video Link: https://youtu.be/wlj3IJNmzjs The first thing we’re going to do is a series of stretches for your glutes and for your piriformis, a muscle under your glutes that attaches to the bottom of your spine. First, cross one leg…

Low back pain is a common problem and many people ask me what exercise they should do for their core. There are a lot of different exercises to choose from, but if I had to pick just one exercise, it would be the side plank. Studies have shown that there is not a huge amount…

Living in Passaic County can be really exciting with the plethora of different activities around the area. If you are ever bored of or would like to be more active in Passaic County, then here are few interesting activities you should try out in your free time. The options are aplenty and definitely worth exploring!

Running is an activity that has existed for as long as humans have learned how to walk. The terrestrial locomotion was once used by humans to hunt their preys but soon evolved into a form of exercise and utilized in almost every single physical activity around. For athletes and physically active individuals that run on…

Stretching may not be seen as something to be done for non-athletes or regular people that go about their day without being involved in any form of physical activity. However, this common misconception could not be any more wrong and is the reason why so many folks complain about chronic aches and pain throughout their…

If you’ve recently been injured at work and have been recommended therapy, you may find yourself confused by terms such as occupational vs. physical therapy. These terms can be confusing because while they are similar, they also have some key differences. It is thus imperative that you find yourself the right specialist to treat your…

People who frequently suffer from chronic pain in their muscles or joints often do not know what treatment they really need. There are tons of treatment available out there, which can make it daunting to figure out which is the right for you, especially with all of the misinformation floating around the internet. More specifically,…

Now you may know the importance of stretching, but not everyone knows how to start off doing it. In fact, many people carry around the common misconception that flexibility is an area that doesn’t need much attention. This could not be any more wrong as most people lose their flexibility after growing into adulthood. Without…

If you have been experiencing pain and daily aches in your body, perhaps visiting a chiropractor can help to correct those pains. For many who are unaware, a chiropractor is a specialist that is skilled in using controlled and sudden force to correct a spinal joint which is the root of the problem of your…

Many of you may have seen acupuncture in movies and shows, where doctors place dozens of needles into a person’s back, face and arms. Although it may seem painful and even gimmick-like, acupuncture is a historical healing technique which dates back to thousands of years with a wide variety of purposes. If you are suffering…