Physio Logic’s Head Chiropractor, Dr. Stephen Szaro describes how Decompression Therapy is used to treat a variety of Spinal Disc Conditions. The intervertebral discs (IVD’s), or spinal discs, are situated between each vertebrae of the spinal column. The IVD is a fibrocartilaginous cushion serving as the spine’s shock-absorbing system and assists with fluid motion of […]
The Chiropractic profession has changed immensely since D.D. Palmer founded the profession by restoring Harvey Lillard’s hearing with an adjustment. Long gone are the days in which Chiropractors believe that all diseases are a result of spinal misalignment and in are the days of the modern, evidence-based Chiropractic care. Unfortunately, much of the public’s perception […]
Although doctors of chiropractic treat more than just back pain, many patients initially visit a chiropractor looking for relief from this pervasive condition. In fact, about 31 million Americans experience low back pain at any given time. In this article, Physio Logic Head Chiropractor, Dr. Stephen Szaro, DC, covers common causes, facts, and statistics of […]
Physio Logic Physical Therapist, Dr. Sarah Kostyukovsky, PT, DPT, OCS, and new mother, discusses how the physical changes that occur during the pre and post-natal period can lead to injury and chronic pain. I recently read an article in the Boston Globe about the significant brain changes that occur during pregnancy and child birth. Pre […]
Mechanical traction therapy (or nonsurgical spinal decompression therapy) is a popular conservative treatment option for patients with low back and neck pain. Physio Logic Chiropractor, Dr. Mike Distler answers common questions regarding the treatment. Is there a difference between traction therapy and decompression therapy? The terms are used interchangeably, but traction and decompression are not descriptive terms for varying amounts […]
A newer version of this article is available. | Physio Logic Spine & Sports Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist and Anesthesiologist, Tanuj Palvia, MD describes Stem Cell Therapy, how it works, and the several applications that our Regenerative Medicine team utilizes in treating patients at Physio Logic. Regenerative Medicine You may have heard about Regenerative Medicine […]
In this article, Physio Logic Physical Therapist, Dr. Sarah Whiteside, DPT, discusses the importance of addressing lingering pain in the upper extremities (shoulder, arm, or hand) after a fall or sports impact injury. Summertime can come with acute injuries or repetitive stress from sports such as tennis, squash, basketball, baseball, surfing, biking, golf or a fall on […]
Physio Logic Chiropractor, Dr. Mike Distler, DC, discusses the role of the Selective Functional Movement Assessment, or SFMA, in diagnosing and treating patients experiencing acute or chronic pain in the absence of a significant traumatic event. Identifying the Source of Pain “Where is my pain coming from?” is the most common question that we hear as […]
Physio Logic Vestibular Rehabilitation Specialist and Physical Therapist, Dr. Klaus Dobra, PT, DPT, CSCS, explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Vertigo and Vestibulopathy, by using Vestibular Rehabilitation. Vestibular Abnormalities Greetings from your friendly, neighborhood vestibular therapist! Today in Physical Therapy, we will be exploring the fundamental differences between the two most common abnormalities of […]
Physio Logic’s Head Chiropractor, Dr. Steven Szaro, discusses the effectiveness of the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy to treat disc herniations and other disc related issues. What is MDT? The McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy is an evidence-based assessment and management protocol for patients with spinal and extremity problems. Mechanical Diagnosis […]
