Category: Take Control of Your Health

     

WHAT IS THE PELVIC FLOOR, HOW IS IT ADDRESSED IN PHYSICAL THERAPY, AND WHY YOU SHOULD CARE?

Posted on Elizabeth D'Annunzio ShahPosted in All Posts, Let's Get Technical, Reproductive Health, Take Control of Your Health

Given what we now know of the role of the pelvic floor muscle network, it would make sense that dysfunction could vary widely in presentation and that the avenues for treatment equally as numerous. Direct dysfunction of these muscles can contribute to loss of bowel/bladder control, constipation, urinary and bowel urgency/frequency, pelvic pain, diminished sexual appreciation or pain with intercourse, pelvic organ prolapse, and lumbo-pelvic-hip control issues.

     

TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR HEALTH: PHYSICAL THERAPY AND PARKINSON’S DISEASE

Posted on Duane GrellPosted in All Posts, Let's Get Technical, Take Control of Your Health

There are numerous Parkinson’s research groups that are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with PD. Regardless of which Parkinson’s research group that you follow, be it the LSVT BIG group, the POWER group, etc., much of the research on Parkinson’s Disease points to the same conclusion: a target-specific exercise program may be essential in delaying the progression and deterioration of function that may develop with PD. Early intervention is one of the key components to promoting a long and healthy lifestyle.

                       

IN CONVERSATION: BREATH & THE MIND BODY CONNECTION

Posted on Elizabeth D'Annunzio ShahPosted in All Posts, Fitness, Stay in the Game, Take Control of Your Health

We at Thrive are so fortune to collaborate with many types of rehabilitation, exercise, and movement specialists in the New York City area.  Pilates has long been one of our staff’s preferred exercise tools, and we dearly love and appreciate the expertise of the staff at Mongoose Bodyworks, a Pilates studio that is neighbor to […]

     

CNN Staying Well: Thrive PT Segment on Manual Therapy

Posted on thriveptnycPosted in All Posts, Let's Get Technical, Stay in the Game, Take Control of Your Health

The CNN segment that we filmed at Thrive a few months back is now online. Have a watch as practice owner Tamar Amitay, PT, MS and physical therapist Amy McGorry, PT, DPT, MTC, talk about and demonstrate manual therapy techniques on a patient. Here at Thrive Integrated Physical Therapy, PC, our physical therapists identify the […]

     

Diastasis Recti Treatment: Emphasizing an Individualized Approach

Posted on Elizabeth D'Annunzio ShahPosted in All Posts, Reproductive Health, Take Control of Your Health

There is no such thing as a one size fits all approach to diastasis recti (DRA) management. Just as no two persons are the same, no two DRAs are either. The separation of the linea alba often times reflects dysfunction, but what generates and perpetuates said dysfunction is different in all people. While this may seem obvious, many people come to me seeking a quick fix, or looking for the internet resource, book, or exercise DVD that will solve all their problems. While there are some wonderful resources out there, ultimately creating an individualized approach to DRA management based on the patient’s unique physical attributes, activity requirements, and goals is the best way to enable healing.

     

Don’t Survive, THRIVE!

Posted on thriveptnycPosted in Take Control of Your Health

Now is the time to focus on YOU! Pain doesn’t have to rule your life. Physical Therapy is a proven alternative to surgery and prescription drugs. Break the cycle of simply surviving and make this the year you THRIVE. Check out the rest of our website and give us a call to set up a consultation and find out how physical therapy can help you break the pain cycle and get your life back!