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Knee Joint Protection: Simple Ways to Keep Your Knees Strong and Pain-Free
Your knees work hard every day. They help you walk through downtown Fair Lawn, climb stairs in Glen Rock, and stay active in Hawthorne NJ parks and neighborhoods. Because your knees carry your body weight and absorb impact, they can become painful or injured over time. The good news is that you can protect your…
Read MoreLeg Pain Symptoms and Physical Therapy Treatment
Leg pain might begin as a dull ache and then develop into a burning sensation. It can be temporary or continuous. Depending on its cause and severity, the condition can lead to weakness and limit your physical activities. At Specialized Physical Therapy, we aim to use the most effective exercises and mobilization techniques to achieve…
Read MoreValentine’s Day – Epic Fail
PSA – Be careful out there on Valentine’s Day! You never know when you’ll encounter a situation where you might lose your balance, trip over an unexpected object, or slip on snow and ice. During this time of the year we tend to treat falls and slips of all types, especially the past few weeks.…
Read MoreMultiple Sclerosis Physical Therapy
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) targets the central nervous system (i.e. the brain and spinal cord). Its debilitative effects lead to muscle pain, balance and coordination issues, and cognitive problems. In severe cases, MS can turn into a lifelong disability without treatment. How does Multiple Sclerosis physical therapy help? Visit our facility to receive personalized physical therapy…
Read MorePhysical Therapy for Balance Issues
Balance and gait (walking) problems are frightening and can often lead to injury or avoiding activities you love. Any prolonged feeling of unsteadiness is worthy of a consultation or appointment. Symptoms Symptoms of balance and gait dysfunction include feeling unsteady when walking, tripping more than normal, falling, and feeling fearful of walking over level or…
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