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3 Things That Can Hurt Your Back That You Might Do Every Day

July 23, 2024

Quick tip #1 – Strenuous housework Cleaning high windows or tub corners can be murder on your back. “Bending, reaching,...

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Let the Patient Beware

July 23, 2024

Direct-to-Consumer Medical Advertising “Let the Patient Beware” Laurence Mermelstein, M.D. Watching the Olympics turns most of us into gymnastic fans...

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Head Injuries in Athletics

July 23, 2024

Head Injuries in Athletics Laurence E. Mermelstein, M.D. As athletes and spectators, we are frequently reminded that a young athlete’s...

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The Female Athlete Triad

July 23, 2024

The Female Athlete Triad By Laurence Mermelstein, M.D. Over the last 30 years, the numbers of girls and women participating...

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My Aching Back – Lumbar Disc Injuries

July 23, 2024

My Aching Back – Lumbar Disc Injuries Laurence Mermelstein, M.D. In the general population, lower back pain is one of...

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Performance Enhancing Drugs In High School

July 23, 2024

PERFORMANCE ENHANCING DRUGS IN HIGH SCHOOL Laurence Mermelstein, M.D. There are a fair amount of people who continue to remain...

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Gardening Tasks and Your Back

July 23, 2024

Gardening and back pain don’t have to be synonymous. Flare ups, strain, injuries or just plain ‘ole aches ‘n’ pains...

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Golf and Low Back Pain

July 23, 2024

As with so many health conditions, a little effort to prevent back injury and low back pain goes a long...

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Ask the Doctor

July 23, 2024

Answered by Dr. Thomas J. Dowling, Senior Partner. Q: Does smoking really affect my back? A: Everyone is aware of...

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Don’t Be Fooled By Shoulder Pain!

July 23, 2024

Pain felt in the shoulder area can sometimes be coming from your neck. This is because the nerves and muscles...

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How to find the best back specialist
July 23, 2024
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Back pain specialists are doctors who diagnose and treat pains arising in different parts of your body, including your back, knees, hips, shoulders, etc....
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How to manage back pain at home?
July 23, 2024
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Back pain is a widespread problem that interferes with our work and social lives. In fact, lower back pain is one of the leading causes of disabilities...
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Q&A: Pediatric Scoliosis Specialist Dr. Laurence E. Mermelstein
July 23, 2024
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“It is very important that the kids feel involved!” A Q&A with Dr. Laurence E. Mermelstein, M.D, on the importance of a good patient-doctor...
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Protect Your Neck During Summer Activities
July 23, 2024
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By Dr. Sushil Basra The spring and summertime are excellent opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Many of us will take this time to enjoy water activities...
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Golf Is More Than a Leisure Activity
July 23, 2024
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By Dr. Thomas J. Dowling Golf can be enjoyed by all at almost any age. The game affords a way of getting outside and spending quality time with friends...
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How Tiger Got His Back Back
July 23, 2024
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By Laurence E. Mermelstein, M.D. I must admit that I got emotional watching Tiger Woods knock in his short put on the 18th  green at August National and...
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LISS Doctors are Top!
July 23, 2024
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Congratulations to the wonderful, caring physicians at Long Island Spine Specialists for once again being named NY TopDocs and Top Doctors! Dr. Dowling,...
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7 Habits that Lead to Weak Bones
July 23, 2024
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Our bones can start to lose density at a very early age. Luckily, our bodies are always forming new bone. In our teens and 20s, our bodies form new bone...
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5 Ways to Strengthen Your Balance and Prevent Spinal Fractures
July 23, 2024
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Falling is a common injury that affects everyone, from wobbly toddlers to middle-aged athletes. However, as you age, the risks associated with falling...
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Quitting Smoking Can Ease Back Pain, Aid in Healing
July 23, 2024
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If you have plans to quit smoking in the new year, doctors have an added incentive: It could ease back pain. Drop the pack, improve your back — that’s...
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