pain management

‘Tis The Season To Shovel…Safely

Categories: Back Pain / Blog / News

Winter is coming. Last year Long Island saw a pretty mild winter, but things may be different this season. Some heavy snows might fall, so it is important to avoid hurting yourself when you’re outside shoveling. Wear The Right Clothing Dressing inappropriately for winter weather can cause some serious damage to your body. To keep  … View More

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6 Signs You Need a Physical Therapist

Categories: Sports Medicine

An athlete’s worst fear; you’re in the middle of training when you feel a nagging pain that just won’t quit. With a little rest and relaxation, you could be back to working out in no time. But what if your injury is a little bit more complex? Maybe it’s time to consider the benefits of  … View More

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Runners: Prepare Your Winter Knees

Categories: Arthritis / Sports Medicine

New Year’s resolutions to be fit and active (paired with a particularly warm January in New York) has seen an influx of runners hitting the pavement in lieu of the treadmill. But as cold weather begins to settle in, you could be wreaking havoc on your knee joints. The brisk winter months tend to make  … View More

Carpal Tunnel Exercises

Carpal Tunnel Exercises You Can Do at Work

Categories: Arthritis / Exercises

The Central Orthopedic Group of Long Island are your general orthopedic and pain management specialists. We work with patients in multiple locations, including Plainview and Rockville Center. Our patients see relief in their Carpal Tunnel pain and bring back function to their hands. Through our specialty services, such as orthopedic surgeries, non-surgical interventions, physical therapy,  … View More

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Why You Shouldn’t Postpone Your Orthopedic Treatment

Categories: General Orthopedics

Are you dealing with chronic pain on a daily basis? We know that with such busy schedules and so many obligations, it’s often easier to overlook injuries than to seek the treatment you need. However, if you postpone your orthopedic appointments, you may be doing yourself more harm. Without a doubt, ignoring your pain and  … View More

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Winter is Coming: A Comprehensive Guide to Hand Pain

Categories: Arthritis

As one of the most versatile structures of the human body, hands help us to accomplish almost everything. From performing essential functions like eating and drinking, to intellectual pursuits like writing, to recreational sports and exercises, our hands help us push the boundaries of our lifestyles as humans. Unfortunately, though, human hands can also be  … View More

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Effective Ways to Ease Sciatic Pain

Categories: Back Pain / Exercises

Don’t Know if it’s Sciatica? Symptoms Include: Not sure if your pain is truly sciatica? While back pain has many potential causes, the symptoms of sciatic nerve irritation tend to follow a recognizable pattern. Common indicators include: Pain radiating from the lower back down one side of the buttocks and leg Sharp or burning sensations  … View More

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Sports Medicine: New Recommended Exercise Guidelines

Categories: Child Orthopedics / Exercises / General Orthopedics / News / Sports Medicine

For some people, exercising is a standard part of any day’s routine — jogging comes as naturally as hand washing. For others, though, finding the motivation and time to exercise can be more difficult. With Amazon Prime eliminating trips to the grocery store and Uber Eats delivering food to the home, people are less likely  … View More

Transitioning From the Treadmill to Outdoor Running

Categories: Exercises

For runners and exercise enthusiasts, there’s nothing quite like going for a steady jog or a brisk run outdoors. With spring nearly here and summer around the corner, runners will be able to leave the treadmill for the outdoors. But, our Long Island orthopedics office specialists urge runners to exercise caution during this transition. Read  … View More

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Children’s Orthopedics: A Closer Look

Categories: Child Orthopedics

It is important to take note of how your child grows. As they get older, you may notice that they are not physically developing the way that they should. There are many common orthopedic issues present in children. Many of them will correct themselves without treatment. Sometimes, however, the conditions get more severe over time.  … View More