At LI Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our physiatrists specialize in diagnosing and treating sports injuries using nonsurgical methods. Because we want to reduce your pain and restore function as quickly as possible so you can get back into the game, we use a combination of both complementary and traditional treatments. One therapy we have found to…
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Concussion Education for Fall: Empowering Coaches, Parents, and Players
High school and college contact sports, particularly football, pose a significant risk of concussions to their players. This undeniable fact affects not only the young athletes but their parents and coaches as well. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, a nonsurgical practice with four offices across Long Island, our physiatrists have over 20 years of…
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Types of Spine Injuries That Require Immediate Care
At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our doctors are well aware that some injuries, especially those affecting the spine, must be given immediate attention. Our physiatrists are experienced in diagnosing and treating spine conditions using a combination of traditional and complementary therapies. We are a nonsurgical, holistic practice, offering same day spine appointments for patients…
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Concussion Do’s and Don’ts: What You Should Know
Although when some people hear the word “concussion,” their mind immediately turns to contact sports, concussions are common among people of all ages and lifestyles and occur in all sorts of seemingly safe venues. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, Dr. Chator diagnoses and treats patients who have suffered concussions in slips and falls, traffic…
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Treatments for Joint Pain During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting and wonderful journey, but it typically comes with its share of physical discomforts, including joint pain. As the body changes to accommodate a growing baby, many women experience pain and stiffness in their joints, particularly in the later stages of pregnancy. This pain can make everyday activities challenging and affect the…
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What Are the Stages of a Concussion?
Concussions are fairly common, though it is difficult to assess how many people suffer such injuries since many patients never report them. Because even mild concussions are considered traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), it is important to be seen by a physician if you suffer a blow to the head. At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine,…
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Hip Pain and Lower Back Pain: The Confusing Connection
Hip pain and lower back pain can pose a challenge for individuals seeking relief since trouble in one area can manifest as pain in the other due to both structural and neurological factors. If you are suffering pain in your lower body that interferes with everyday activities, it’s time to contact the highly skilled doctors…
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10 Tips for Preventing Sports Injuries
At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our physiatrists are committed not only to alleviating musculoskeletal pain and restoring function but also to preventing injuries. Our physiatrists believe in proactive care, especially for individuals engaged in sports. Following are 10 suggestions to help minimize your risk of sports injuries while optimizing your performance on the field…
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SPINE-11: The Benefits of Same-Day Care for Spine Injuries
Because the spine supports the whole body, it is essential for standing and for major movements of any kind. For this reason, injuries to the spine are very frightening, resulting not only in acute pain but in sudden disability. The experienced physiatrists of Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine are all too familiar with the upheaval…
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What to Expect At Your First PRP Therapy Session
At Long Island Spine Rehabilitation Medicine, our physiatrists are committed to providing holistic, nonsurgical healing of musculoskeletal problems through a broad range of treatments. One of these successful treatments is Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy. This blog is designed to help you understand what PRP is, what you can expect at your first therapy session, and…
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