Current Concepts in the Treatment of Iliotibial Band (ITB) Syndrome
What is Iliotibial Band (ITB) Syndrome and how can we treat it? Paul Nasri, Doctor of Physical Therapy in Brooklyn discusses ITB syndrome, it’s symptoms and treatments that can help relieve pain.
ACL Graft Options: Choosing The Graft That Works Best For You
ACL injuries can be tough, so having a good medical team to help you along the way makes a big difference. Part of that process involves choosing which graft to utilize to replace the torn anterior cruciate ligament
Don't Skip The Stretch
You’ve finished your workout, and it’s very tempting to skip your stretch, take a shower, and call it a day. It’s not a big deal, right? Wrong!
Patient Spotlight: Seeing a Physical Therapist in NYC During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Elizabeth M., a healthcare provider in NYC, tells us her experience getting physical therapy treatments at our Brooklyn office location. Finding a physical therapist in NYC is hard as it is, throw in the Covid-19 pandemic and it can seem overwhelming! Fortunately at Sarrica PT and Wellness we are taking extra safety precautions to make our patients feel comfortable and safe during their physical therapy treatments.
Top 5 Warm Up Drills for Golfers Before Tee Time
Golfers will perform best when they stretch the muscles and joints that will require the greatest range of motion during the golf swing. Dr. Paul Nasri, PT, DPT and the College of Staten Island Doctor of Physical Therapy program are here to help. They have assembled the top 5 warm up drills for golfers to implement before they tee off!
Stocking Your Home Gym
Must have fitness and exercise items to have at home to keep up with your home workouts.
The Effect of Posture on Shoulder Pain
Studies have shown that posture can in fact play a very big role in the development of shoulder problems. One of the most common causes of shoulder pain is SAIS (subacromial impingement syndrome).
How to Treat Cervical Radiculopathy
What are the Cervical Radiculopathy symptoms to look out for and how can you treat it? We’ve packed all the details into this blog for you!
What is Total Hip Arthroplasty (Total Hip Replacement)?
Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is one of the most successful orthopedic procedures performed today. For patients with hip pain and disability, THA can relieve pain, restore function, and improve quality of life.
Q & A About Telehealth
We’ve answered all the questions you have about Telehealth for physical therapy, including who it is good for, how we can help and if it is covered by insurance. Read our blog for more information.
Common Injuries in Mixed Martial Arts
MMA is a sport with a high injury rate, with an incidence of 25 injuries per 100 competitive fights. The majority of injuries are to the head and face, followed by the wrist and hand.
Makoplasty vs. Partial Knee Replacement
What is Makoplasty & Partial Knee Replacement? And Are You a Good Candidate?
How to Treat Tennis Elbow
Even if you’re not a tennis player, you might have experienced the dreaded Tennis Elbow. It’s actually not the most accurate of names since only a small percentage of Tennis Elbow cases are caused by playing tennis.
Classic Postural Deviations
We’ve all heard the words “fix your posture” or “stand up straight”! Most people instinctively arch their backs, push their chest out and squeeze their shoulders back. But is that appropriate for every postural problem?
The Impact of Massage Therapy on Breast Cancer
In this blog, we’ll outline how and why more and more providers are incorporating massage therapy into treatment plans for breast cancer patients.
The Ultimate Resolution - Finding A Work-Life Balance
As the year comes to a close there’s often a sense of pressure to come up with a resolution or a list of resolutions to better yourself in the New Year. Many of these resolutions revolve around fitness, weight loss, exercise and diets. While there’s nothing wrong with committing to a healthier lifestyle and getting in shape, this year we are taking the opportunity to focus on a bigger-picture resolution that can help set you in the right mind-set for success, physical and mental. Finding the “right” work-life balance.
Your End Of Year Benefits
As the year comes to a close, most of us are focused on getting the perfect holiday presents and preparing for family celebrations. But what about preparing for the end of the year by focusing on your health before you lose your benefits?
Recovery & Exercise Part 2
Scroll through these mobility training and stretching exercises.