30

Jan

How to find the best back specialist

Back pain specialists are doctors who diagnose and treat pains arising in different parts of your body, including your back, knees, hips, shoulders, etc. Back pain and spine specialists identify the true source of the pain using advanced diagnostic methods, like X-rays and MRIs...

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30

Jan

How to manage back pain at home?

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 in the world. It's estimated that 80% of all adults experience back pain at some point in their lives.The back muscles an...

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30

Jan

Q&A: Pediatric Scoliosis Specialist Dr. Laurence E. Mermelstein

“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 relationship in pediatric scoliosis patients As one of the leading experts in managing the care and treatment of pe...

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30

Jan

Protect Your Neck During Summer Activities

By Dr. Sushil BasraThe spring and summertime are excellent opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Many of us will take this time to enjoy water activities such as swimming, diving, surfing or simply enjoying the beach. Unfortunately, some of these activities are associated with in...

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30

Jan

Golf Is More Than a Leisure Activity

By Dr. Thomas J. DowlingGolf can be enjoyed by all at almost any age. The game affords a way of getting outside and spending quality time with friends or family, or for some, time alone. The handicap system acts to level the field for competition as well. Unfortunately, golf is...

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30

Jan

How Tiger Got His Back Back

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 in doing so win his  5th Masters Championship.  I am not a die-hard golf fan or a Tiger Woods apologis...

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30

Jan

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LISS Doctors are Top!

Congratulations to the wonderful, caring physicians at Long Island Spine Specialists for once again being named NY TopDocs and Top Doctors! Dr. Dowling, Dr. Mermelstein, Dr. Basra, Dr. Sanelli, and Dr. Abbasi all received the honor.NY TopDocs uses a comprehensive qualification...

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30

Jan

7 Habits that Lead to Weak Bones

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 faster than they breaks down old bone.After 30, however, new bone production slows down, and we start...

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30

Jan

5 Ways to Strengthen Your Balance and Prevent Spinal Fractures

Falling is a common injury. Whether you're a wobbly toddler or a middle-aged athlete, just about everyone has experienced the pain of a fall. But, as you age, falling is a more serious matter, as it can lead to a neck sprain, back strain, or spinal fracture that can take a...

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30

Jan

Quitting Smoking Can Ease Back Pain, Aid in Healing

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 the message from the North American Spine Society.According to the recent report, smoking can cause severe back...

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