Blog Category - Back Pain Page 2

Apr

Ask the Doctor

Answered by Dr. Thomas J. Dowling, Senior Partner.Q: Does smoking really affect my back?A: Everyone is aware of the negative impact that smoking has on our general health including our heart and lungs. We all know how smoking decreases our sense of taste and smell, as...

Apr

Gardening Tasks and Your Back

Gardening and back pain don't have to be synonymous. Flare ups, strain, injuries or just plain ‘ole aches ‘n’ pains may be due to poor body mechanics. Following the best mechanics for digging and weeding will allow you to dig in and enjoy health...

Apr

My Aching Back – Lumbar Disc Injuries

My Aching Back - Lumbar Disc InjuriesLaurence Mermelstein, M.D.In the general population, lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people see their doctor. In the younger athletic population, this is not the most common injury, but common enough to warrant...

Apr

3 Signs That Your BackPack is TOO heavy

3 Signs That Your BackPack is TOO heavy#1 Tips for Backpack related injuriesLong Island Spine says wear Both Straps!! Use of one strap shifts the weight to one side, causing muscle spasms and low back pain. This is true even with one-strap backpacks that cross the body. By...

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Practice Policy Update Regarding COVID-19

Dear Patients:

Our patients, employees and family are our top priority at Long Island Spine Specialists, P.C.

We ask you to not visit any of our locations if you have symptoms such as fever, sneezing, coughing and possible shortness of breath.

Please cancel your appointment and re-schedule once you are feeling better and are no longer suffering with symptoms.

Only non-symptomatic patients will be seen. No exceptions.

Accompanying family members – including children – are asked to remain in the waiting area and will not be allowed to enter the exam rooms.

During this time of high concern regarding the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) we are taking extra precautions to maintain the highest possible standards of safety and cleanliness. Please be advised that we are carefully following recommendations from both the CDC and WHO and are here to help guide you through this time if needed.

Some steps we are taking to keeping safe:

We know how important cleanliness is and always maintain the highest standards of cleanliness. To further offer you peace of mind, we have increased the frequency of the cleaning of our office.

Rest assured that hand washing is strictly followed. Hand sanitizer is available to all staff and patients.

Additionally, if you have recently traveled to a country with high rates of the coronavirus or have been on a cruise, please reschedule your visit for at least 14 days from your return date. We will gladly accommodate your needs to reschedule. At that time, a telehealth interface can be arranged if necessary.

Find up-to-date and accurate information on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website and feel free to reach out with questions.

- Your team at Long Island Spine Specialists, P.C.

Schedule a Consultation

To learn more about Long Island Spine Specialists – and to discover how we can relieve your pain and help you find an improved quality of life – please contact our office today and schedule a consultation.