New Year, New You

The most common New Year’s resolution is to shed a few pounds and get in shape. Well, that time of the year has come once again and everyone promises themselves that it’s a new year and a new you will be the outcome. Why not? A new year is a great excuse to wake up and smell the roses. It’s December 31st and you’re stuck in the same routine you’re dying to break out of. January 1st finally comes and BAM! Total life change. You have a whole new eating schedule, your grocery shopping lists shifts in items and you find yourself Youtubing workout videos.

In order to maintain this healthy lifestyle you’re preparing to encounter for more than a week, there are a few things you can do. It is crucial that you don’t put your body in total shock. You just came out of the holiday season where binge eating 20 cookies was totally acceptable. Obviously that’s not the case anymore. You can’t limit yourself to only salads and water and expect to lose five pounds in a few days. Setting realistic goals for yourself is key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

This also holds true for working out, not only eating. Let’s be honest, it’s probably been a while since you’ve been on a treadmill or lifted some weights. You cannot overdo it the first day you decide you want to be active. You have to ease into things to make sure you don’t injure yourself. Instead of doing an hour of cardio try and do twenty-thirty minutes to see how much your body can handle. Same thing goes for weights. It is so incredibly easy to pull a muscle or tear a ligament by over exerting yourself. Work your way up the weights rack slowly and carefully.

Keep yourself on track with a healthy, positive mind frame and the sky's the limit. Setting yourself realistic goals will not only help keep you focused but it will make sure failure isn’t an option. It’s a new year so try new things. Have fun in the kitchen and create new healthy recipes. Be creative with your workouts to ensure you don’t get bored too quick. Think outside of the box this New Year and stay healthy.

We feel like we have the best physical therapists around. Did you know you don't need a referral to get help from a Physical Therapist? Direct access is available for you, please call us and set up an evaluation so we can help get you back on your feet. In Orange County we offer Physical Therapy in Chester, Goshen, Monroe, Port Jervis, and Montogmery. Westchester County has Physical Therapy in Armonk, Bedford, and Hawthorne. In Ulster County we offer Physical Therapy in Wallkill, while in Sullivan County you can get Physical Therapy in Ferndale. To round out our 12 locations in New York, those living in Rockland County can go to Physical Therapy in New City as well as Pomona.  If you happen to live in PA, we also have Physical Therapy in Milford and Dingmans Ferry of Pike County.  Give us a call today.

The most common New Year’s resolution is to shed a few pounds and get in shape. Well, that time of the year has come once again and everyone promises themselves that it’s a new year and a new you will be the outcome. Why not? A new year is a great excuse to wake up and smell the roses. It’s December 31st and you’re stuck in the same routine you’re dying to break out of. January 1st finally comes and BAM! Total life change. You have a whole new eating schedule, your grocery shopping lists shifts in items and you find yourself Youtubing workout videos.

In order to maintain this healthy lifestyle you’re preparing to encounter for more than a week, there are a few things you can do. It is crucial that you don’t put your body in total shock. You just came out of the holiday season where binge eating 20 cookies was totally acceptable. Obviously that’s not the case anymore. You can’t limit yourself to only salads and water and expect to lose five pounds in a few days. Setting realistic goals for yourself is key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

This also holds true for working out, not only eating. Let’s be honest, it’s probably been a while since you’ve been on a treadmill or lifted some weights. You cannot overdo it the first day you decide you want to be active. You have to ease into things to make sure you don’t injure yourself. Instead of doing an hour of cardio try and do twenty-thirty minutes to see how much your body can handle. Same thing goes for weights. It is so incredibly easy to pull a muscle or tear a ligament by over exerting yourself. Work your way up the weights rack slowly and carefully.

Keep yourself on track with a healthy, positive mind frame and the sky's the limit. Setting yourself realistic goals will not only help keep you focused but it will make sure failure isn’t an option. It’s a new year so try new things. Have fun in the kitchen and create new healthy recipes. Be creative with your workouts to ensure you don’t get bored too quick. Think outside of the box this New Year and stay healthy.

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The most common New Year’s resolution is to shed a few pounds and get in shape. Well, that time of the year has come once again and everyone promises themselves that it’s a new year and a new you will be the outcome. Why not? A new year is a great excuse to wake up and smell the roses. It’s December 31st and you’re stuck in the same routine you’re dying to break out of. January 1st finally comes and BAM! Total life change. You have a whole new eating schedule, your grocery shopping lists shifts in items and you find yourself Youtubing workout videos.

In order to maintain this healthy lifestyle you’re preparing to encounter for more than a week, there are a few things you can do. It is crucial that you don’t put your body in total shock. You just came out of the holiday season where binge eating 20 cookies was totally acceptable. Obviously that’s not the case anymore. You can’t limit yourself to only salads and water and expect to lose five pounds in a few days. Setting realistic goals for yourself is key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

This also holds true for working out, not only eating. Let’s be honest, it’s probably been a while since you’ve been on a treadmill or lifted some weights. You cannot overdo it the first day you decide you want to be active. You have to ease into things to make sure you don’t injure yourself. Instead of doing an hour of cardio try and do twenty-thirty minutes to see how much your body can handle. Same thing goes for weights. It is so incredibly easy to pull a muscle or tear a ligament by over exerting yourself. Work your way up the weights rack slowly and carefully.

Keep yourself on track with a healthy, positive mind frame and the sky's the limit. Setting yourself realistic goals will not only help keep you focused but it will make sure failure isn’t an option. It’s a new year so try new things. Have fun in the kitchen and create new healthy recipes. Be creative with your workouts to ensure you don’t get bored too quick. Think outside of the box this New Year and stay healthy.

Whiplash and its Symptoms

Whiplash is associated with sudden motions that move the neck backwards then forwards, like the cracking of a whip. These abrupt actions can cause the over-extension of the neck with additional damage to the muscle, tendons, and even discs of the neck and upper back. Whiplash is most frequently a result of an automobile accident, but can also occur during contact sports activities, accidental falls, or other events where the neck is strained by sudden movement, like a roller coaster.

Symptoms may not develop until 24 hours or more after the initial trauma. Those suffering from whiplash commonly report aches, pains, or reduced range of motion in the neck, upper back, and shoulders. Other symptoms include headaches, a disruption in concentration or sleeping, and the swelling of the neck. Some people encounter the feeling of pins and needles or muscle spasms in their neck, shoulders, and arms.

Whiplash is a common injury that may heal on its own. Always check with a healthcare professional to ensure additional damage of the spine did not occur.For immediate treatment after the injury, ice or cold packs can be applied to your neck and shoulders for 15-20 minutes to reduce any pain or swelling that may occur. Repeat every hour for the first 2-3 days following the injury. Aspirin, acetaminophen, and ibuprofen are over-the-counter pain medications that may assist with reducing pain or swelling; consult with your physician before beginning any regimen. Physical therapists provide treatment that includes ice and/or heat therapy, manual therapy, and can show you exercise that will help stretch and strengthen your neck to minimize symptoms of whiplash.

We feel like we have the best physical therapists around. Did you know you don't need a referral to get help from a Physical Therapist? Direct access is available for you, please call us and set up an evaluation so we can help get you back on your feet. In Orange County we offer Physical Therapy in Chester, Goshen, Monroe, Port Jervis, and Montogmery. Westchester County has Physical Therapy in Armonk, Bedford, and Hawthorne. In Ulster County we offer Physical Therapy in Wallkill, while in Sullivan County you can get Physical Therapy in Ferndale. To round out our 12 locations in New York, those living in Rockland County can go to Physical Therapy in New City as well as Pomona.  If you happen to live in PA, we also have Physical Therapy in Milford and Dingmans Ferry of Pike County.  Give us a call today!

How to Find the Right Physical Therapist

Today, it is so easy to find a physical therapist. You can ask for a doctor referral, or even find one on the internet. But, the most difficult part as a patient is finding the right physical therapist out of the hundreds that are practicing. This challenge can be difficult; however, there are several influencing factors that patients make when selecting a physical therapist, which guides their decision making.

Since so many people are now finding their doctors and physical therapists online, it is very important that one’s website is up to date and easy to navigate through. If your office location, as well as hours and insurance information are not clearly posted on the webpage, then people will not even consider your practice and will immediate try and Google another practice.

Everybody knows that there are simply not enough hours in the day. People have such busy schedules, so when looking for a physical therapist, people try to seek one out that has flexible office hours. Since most people work during the week, it is often ideal for them to have a physical therapist that has weekend office hours.

Lastly, they look for someone who is compassionate and friendly. If you come across as caring and sympathetic towards their needs, then they will be much more pleased with your services, and will recommend you in the future. This refers to the kindness of the front desk staff to the demeanor of the physical therapists.

If you follow all of these suggestions, you will see that your practice will be much improved, and your number of patients will soar.  

We feel like we have the best physical therapists around. Did you know you don't need a referral to get help from a Physical Therapist? Direct access is available for you, please call us and set up an evaluation so we can help get you back on your feet. In Orange County we offer Physical Therapy in Chester, Goshen, Monroe, Port Jervis, and Montogmery. Westchester County has Physical Therapy in Armonk, Bedford, and Hawthorne. In Ulster County we offer Physical Therapy in Wallkill, while in Sullivan County you can get Physical Therapy in Ferndale. To round out our 12 locations in New York, those living in Rockland County can go to Physical Therapy in New City as well as Pomona.  If you happen to live in PA, we also have Physical Therapy in Milford and Dingmans Ferry of Pike County.  Give us a call today!

Today, it is so easy to find a physical therapist. You can ask for a doctor referral, or even find one on the internet. But, the most difficult part as a patient is finding the right physical therapist out of the hundreds that are practicing. This challenge can be difficult; however, there are several influencing factors that patients make when selecting a physical therapist, which guides their decision making.

        Since so many people are now finding their doctors and physical therapists online, it is very important that one’s website is up to date and easy to navigate through. If your office location, as well as hours and insurance information are not clearly posted on the webpage, then people will not even consider your practice and will immediate try and Google another practice.

Everybody knows that there are simply not enough hours in the day. People have such busy schedules, so when looking for a physical therapist, people try to seek one out that has flexible office hours. Since most people work during the week, it is often ideal for them to have a physical therapist who has weekend office hours.

        Lastly, they look for someone who is compassionate and friendly. If you come across as caring and sympathetic towards their needs, then they will be much more pleased with your services, and will recommend you in the future. This refers to the kindness of the front desk staff to the demeanor of the physical therapists.

        If you follow all of these suggestions, you will see that your practice will be much improved, and your number of patients will soar.
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Healthy Holiday Alternatives

 

During the holiday season, we all look forward to those delicious holiday meals, but dread putting on the extra weight that comes with them. Just because there are tons of meals of delicious food, doesn’t mean you can’t make healthy substitutions and healthy choices while still enjoy the savory tastes of your favorite meals!

Getting ready to fill up your plate? Try grabbing a smaller plate. This will help you manage your portion size and will ensure that your eyes are not bigger than your stomach. Before going to any large meal, try and have a small healthy snack before to help fill you up.

Healthy food alternatives are to replace dark meat with white meat, for dark meat has twice the amount of fat as well as 40 percent more calories. In addition, try and replace pasta and white bread with whole wheat alternatives. You can also replace dips with alternatives such as low fat yogurts and cottage cheese as well as potatoes with healthier alternatives such as sweet potatoes.

Try exercising during the day if you know you are going to eat a large meal, as well as make sure you drink a glass of water at least 20 minutes before a meal. Many times, your body can confuse hunger with thirst, so make sure you stay hydrated and healthy this holiday season!


We feel like we have the best physical therapists around. Did you know you don't need a referral to get help from a Physical Therapist? Direct access is available for you, please call us and set up an evaluation so we can help get you back on your feet. In Orange County we offer Physical Therapy in Chester, Goshen, Monroe, Port Jervis, and Montogmery. Westchester County has Physical Therapy in Armonk, Bedford, and Hawthorne. In Ulster County we offer Physical Therapy in Wallkill, while in Sullivan County you can get Physical Therapy in Ferndale. To round out our 12 locations in New York, those living in Rockland County can go to Physical Therapy in New City as well as Pomona.  If you happen to live in PA, we also have Physical Therapy in Milford and Dingmans Ferry of Pike County.  Give us a call today!

Stretching Benefits

Just like warming up your car before a ride, your body needs to be warmed up before activity. Especially during these cold winter months it is imperative your body is prepared for any strenuous activity. Some of the leading causes of injury during the next few months will be due to shoveling, and mainly because people did not prepare their body. Muscles are not stretched and therefore strained because they are cold and tight.

Stretching may seem unnecessary and may be tedious or mundane but there are many benefits to it. Besides preventing injury, stretching reduces muscle soreness after exercise by increasing blood flow to the area. Stretching can increase your flexibility and therefore your range of motion, which can benefit you in sports or activities you enjoy, like catching a football. I’m sure Odell Beckham Jr. stretched his arm before making that impressive one-handed catch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6dtSPyYvCs.

Although stretching is important, there is a wrong way to stretch! When your muscles are cold, they are also tight. When you go to pull on them and stretch you may possibly do more harm than good. Yes, it is important to stretch either before or after a workout. However, your muscles shouldn’t be ice cold before tugging on them. If you are this cold it is recommended you start a warm up with a light walk or jog to get your body temperature up before stretching.

In general, exercise and stretching make you better at what you like to do. You wouldn’t rev your engine immediately after getting into a freezing car so why push your body before it’s ready? Next time you warm up your engine use that as a reminder to warm up your own engine as well.

We feel like we have the best physical therapists around. Did you know you don't need a referral to get help from a Physical Therapist? Direct access is available for you, please call us and set up an evaluation so we can help get you back on your feet. In Orange County we offer Physical Therapy in Chester, Goshen, Monroe, Port Jervis, and Montogmery. Westchester County has Physical Therapy in Armonk, Bedford, and Hawthorne. In Ulster County we offer Physical Therapy in Wallkill, while in Sullivan County you can get Physical Therapy in Ferndale. To round out our 12 locations in New York, those living in Rockland County can go to Physical Therapy in New City as well as Pomona.  If you happen to live in PA, we also have Physical Therapy in Milford and Dingmans Ferry of Pike County.  Give us a call today!