Blog: Concierge Pain Relief - Home Physical Therapy

Best Cardio For SI Joint Dysfunction

3/20/2022

What is the "Best Cardio For SI Joint Dysfunction"?

If you have SI Joint Pain or SI Joint Dysfunction...

The best cardio would be gentle, regular-paced walking.

Now, you should keep moving slowly if you have this issue.

Complete bed rest is always a bad idea if you have SI Joint Pain or Back Pain.

So, if you have SI Joint Pain or SI Joint Dysfunction...

Our doctors of physical therapy suggest that you avoid:

- Running,
- Jogging,
- Sprinting,
- Jumping rope,
- Plyometrics (jumping jacks, cutting side to side, etc).

So, if you have SI Joint Pain or SI Joint Dysfunction, we suggest that the gentle walking be on flat surfaces, and not on a hill or incline.

Why?

Because walking up an incline will put more stress and strain on the lower back, pelvis, and the SI Joint.

In addition, you can try to use a stationary bike or recumbent bike for cardio, but if it increases your lower back pain or SI Joint pain, then you should stop.

Also, (with SI Joint Pain) we suggest that you avoid any of the dynamic jumping, running, or sprinting activities...

That is because it could increase the irritation that you are experiencing at the SI Joint.

Typically, it would be best to get your SI Joint Pain or SI Joint Dysfunction looked at by a healthcare professional (Doctor of Physical Therapy),

Rather than pushing through the pain in order to attempt cardio-vascular exercise ("cardio").

Does that make sense?

Are you struggling with SI Joint Pain or SI Joint Dysfunction?

How long have you been dealing with it?

Is it time to get it evaluated and treated by a hands-on Doctor of Physical Therapy?

If so, feel free to call us any time, 24/7, at (646)-781-8884.

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Does My Loved One Have a UTI (Urinary Tract Infection)? Home Health Caregiver, NYC

3/18/2022

Are you a caregiver taking care of someone who's had a Stroke and has difficulty communicating their pain?

Are you taking care of a loved one with Dementia?

Are you taking care of someone who has a Foley Catheter?

Patients and clients with cognitive impairments (brain/memory changes) and those who have Foley Catheters are at an increased risk of getting a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

It makes it difficult for caregivers to identify a UTI early before it progresses. And, it can also be very frustrating as the patient cannot fully express nor communicate what their body is going through.

So, here are some tips on what to look for:
1.) Cloudy or dark colored urine,
2.) Urine may even have some blood in it,
3.) Foul smelling odor of the urine,
4.) Frequent urination,
5.) Visible pain/discomfort with urinating (facial expressions),
6.) Unexplained onset of confusion, tiredness/fatigue.

*Also, it is very important for caregivers to properly perform clean practices and hygiene when manually cleaning their patient. The caregiver should always wipe from front to back, and never wipe from back to front. Wiping back to front is a common cause of UTIs, and it is completely avoidable by properly wiping/cleaning from front to back.

Now, are you looking to interview new potential caregivers to assist you or your family with daily or overnight caregiving?

Or, are you looking for a place with professionally vetted and trusted home health care givers in New York City?

Not only do we provide in-home physical therapy and in-home occupational therapy... but we also provide in-home nursing, experienced home health aides, and compassionate care companions.

To learn more and to find out if you and your family are the right fit for us, you can call our 24/7 receptionist any time at (646)-781-8884, or if you can't talk right now, you can fill out the form below.

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How To Find an In Home Physical Therapist (NYC)

3/14/2022

New Yorkers are busy. If they have an injury or pain... or they have a balance issue or are looking for In-Home Physical Therapy...

Then, typically, they will

1.) Ask their doctor for a recommendation,
2.) Ask a friend or neighbor for a recommendation,
3.) Begin to research Home PTs on Google,

It's always great to get a word of mouth referral.

However, what we have found, is that many New Yorkers will use Google for their search.

They will:
1.) read through the in-home physical therapists Google Reviews,
2.) click around on the professional's website,
3.) read through the website's testimonials and success stories,
4.) and also review diagnoses and conditions that the professional and the practice treats often,
5.) as well as reviewing the types of services and treatment approaches that you (the prospective client) is looking for.

For more information about Concierge Pain Relief - Home Physical Therapy, we have 2 types of clients that we serve:

1.) Busy and working New Yorkers, where time is their biggest asset, who want us to help them find and fix the root-cause of their pain, numbness, or injury. This includes weekend warriors, runners, avid gym-goers, and active adults and their children.

2.) Retired or semi-retired New Yorkers who want us to help them remain mobile, confident, and independent so that they are not a burden on their children. So, these individuals may have issues with their balance or their walking, and may also have a painful area, achy joints, tight muscles, or a rounded posture.

Do either of these sound like you?

If so, feel free to reach out and contact us by calling our 24/7 receptionist any time at: (646)-781-8884

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How Can I Fix My Posture? (Home Physical Therapy)

3/13/2022

"How To Fix My Posture... While Standing..."
"How To Fix My Posture... While Sitting..."
"Can I Fix My Posture... While Sleeping..."

These are common questions we get asked weekly by our busy clients and weekend warriors.

Here are:

9 Posture Correction and Improvement Tips:

1) Avoid Slouching: We know this is obvious. Slouching increases the strain on your spine, specifically your vertebrae, discs (disks), spinal ligaments, and spinal muscles. This puts stress on the spinal bones, muscles, and joints that keep your backbone in place. These structures also protect your spinal cord. A constant slump compresses your internal organs, making it difficult for your lungs and intestines to function. Over time, this will make it difficult to digest food and breathe properly.

2) Strive For "Upright" (Sit Up Straight): Work toward standing more often with your shoulders back, your shoulder blades pulled back (or intermittently pinched together), your knees straight, and your stomach slightly clenched while standing and walking.

3) Lumbar (Lower Back) Support At Your Desk or Work Table: Sit as far back as you can in your chair. To protect your spine's natural curve, place a rolled-up towel or lumbar cushion (such as a McKenzie Lumbar Roll) at your lower back. Bend your knees at a 90 degree angle and keep them at the same or slightly higher level as your hips. Put your feet flat on the ground or on an elevated surface to establish the 90 degree right angle of your knees.

4) Avoid "Text Neck" (Tech Neck): Hold your phone or smartphone higher up in the air closer to your head level to avoid looking down. When you lower your head to go on your phone, you put a lot of strain on your spine and neck (cervical spine). Unfortunately, this can add up over the course of a day – or a year.

5) Avoid a Low-Rider Position in a Car: Reclining during a long drive may be relaxing or even comfortable. However, it is not good for your spine or your posture habits. Instead, move your seat closer to the steering wheel. Make an effort not to lock your legs. Adjust your seat angle to a more upright angle. Slightly bend your knees. They should be at or slightly above hip level. You can also use a towel roll or McKenzie Lumbar Roll to place along your lower back (lumbar spine) to support your posture while driving.

6) Save Heels for a Special Night Out: For women, it's easier said than done, but chronic walking in high heels puts a lot of abnormal stress on your feet and your lower back. Pumps and stilettos push the base of your spine forward, causing your back to arch. This can cause your backbone to shift and put pressure on nerves, resulting in back pain. High-heeled shoes also put more strain on your knees. For everyday shoe wear, its best to select a lower, chunkier heel... or even low-heeled shoes or cushioned sneakers when possible.

7) Check Your Mattress: If you have a saggy, soft mattress... it may be time to purchase a new one. Choose one that is firm and helps to maintain the natural shape of your entire spine from neck to lower back. Sleeping on your side? Don't hug your knees all the way into your stomach, but it is okay to bend your knees slightly. Place a pillow under your head so that it is parallel to your spine (this helps with proper spinal alignment that facilitates optimal rest, recovery, and daily posture). Back sleepers should avoid using a thick pillow in favor of a small one under the neck.

8) Exercise, Move, and Strengthen Your Core: Daily walking, standing, changing positions while working on a computer, and weekly exercising are the best possible things we can do to strive for and optimize our posture. Not engaging in these vital aspects to health can result in weight gain and a weaker core... which puts additional strain on your lower back. This makes it more difficult for your postural muscles to be trained, activated, and utilized on a daily basis. Strong muscles are required to support your spine. A well-planned workout routine will keep your body, spine, and posture in top condition.

9) Sit Up Straight: You probably know whether or not you slouch. If you're not sure, here's a quick way to find out. Place your back of the head against a wall. Step 6 inches away from the baseboard. Your tush should be in contact with the wall. It should be about 2 inches away from your lower back and neck. If not, consult your Doctor of Physical Therapy about how to improve your posture.

If you think you need to fix your posture, or want help with correcting your posture and spinal alignment, then you need to see a Doctor of Physical Therapy. So, get in contact with us...

You can call our 24/7 receptionist any time at:
(646)-781-8884.

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Do I Need Back Surgery? (Spine Surgery)

3/6/2022

"How Do I Know If I Need Back Surgery? Lumbar Spine Surgery? Neck Surgery? Cervical Spine Surgery?..."

Most people reading this will not experience the following warning signs. However, if you are currently experiencing these signs and symptoms, then you should seek immediate medical attention (as you may require surgery).

Go and seek medical attention at the hospital if you currently have this or notice this is going on with you...

1.) Incontinence (leaking urine) or trouble urinating,
2.) Incontinence of stool/changes in passing a bowel movement.
3.) Significant paresthesias (numbness and loss of sensation) in your "saddle region" - which is the groin area that would make contact with a horse saddle when one rides a horse.

If you are experiencing one or more of these situations, then you may require spine surgery. The reason why is because these major signs and symptoms mean that there is moderate to significant spinal cord compression or impingement.

Reminder; herniated discs or bulging discs are very common, normal, and can be completely fixed and resolved by physical therapy. This is very different from spinal cord compression that affects someone's bowel or bladder.

Now, the good news...

If you are currently dealing with Lower Back Pain or Neck Pain or any kind of Spine Pain... and you do NOT have any changes with your bowel or bladder, and you do NOT have a loss of sensation in your saddle region... then you do NOT need to get Back Surgery or Spine Surgery!

The majority of Lower Back Pain, Spine Pain, Neck Pain will get better and respond positively to non-invasive, conservative care.

Therefore, if this sounds like you, then you have an 80-91% chance of getting back to your normal self with our customized, natural healing approach to treating Back Pain and Spine Injuries.

Next, feel free to call our 24/7 receptionist at (646)-781-8884. They will ask you a few questions about your situation and your insurance information. Then, you will get a call from a Specialist (licensed doctor of physical therapy).

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How To Stop Daily Knee Pain (Home Physical Therapy, NYC)

3/2/2022

How To Stop Chronic, Daily Annoying Knee Pain WITHOUT Injections, WITHOUT Taking Painkillers and WITHOUT Having To Wear a Support or Brace...

If you’re living with bad knees, they’re painful or they ache - it’s very easy to think that it’s “just something that comes with age”, it’s a bit of “wear and tear”, or that it’s nothing and it’ll go away on its own.

You can’t quite point your finger on why you are feeling pain in your knees - but it doesn’t seem to be getting any better!

If that’s happening to you, please know that you are not alone - we hear this type of thing all the time. In fact, Knee Pain is one of the most common problems that we see in our on-demand home physical therapy practice.

Plus, there's several reasons why busy New Yorkers struggle with Knee Pain. The root-cause of your issue could be:
- Muscle Issues of the Knee (tightness and tension in the muscles surrounding your Knee Joint)
- Knee Nerve Pain (one or more leg nerves in or near your knee joint)
- Knee Ligament Issue (laxity of one or more of your knee ligaments that provide your knee joint with stability)
- Knee Cap Issue (aka the Patella, which includes knee cap clicking)
- Knee Weakness (usually described as knee buckling or "my knee is giving way")
- Stiff Knee Joint (reported as a loss of range of motion, possibly with Arthritis or Osteoarthritis)
- Water On The Knee (swelling in or around your knee joint from a fall, tramua, or for no reason)
- Sports Injury to Knee (usually described as "I felt a pop in my knee", and then it's usually a Ligament injury or Tendon injury

And, when it comes to living with Knee Pain, everybody we see wants to know the answers to these questions:

“Why is This Happening to Me?”... or, “Why am I still suffering with Knee pain that keeps getting worse after putting up with it for 6 months - sometimes more?”...

Most people think that when they get Knee Pain, they often believe that it will eventually “ease off” and go away on its own.

And, they hope to wake up one morning and like “magic”, Knee Pain will be a thing of the past... But then 6 months later you’re still living with the discomfort of knee pain - often even worse than it was when it came on.

Does That Sound Like You?

If "Yes"... then feel free to call our 24/7 receptionist at (646)-781-8884. They will ask you a few questions about your situation and your insurance information. Then, you will get a call from a Knee Specialist (licensed doctor of physical therapy).

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