Body mechanics is the function of muscles in order to maintain a body posture when the body is in a static position. Proper body mechanics are capable to maintain proper body posture for a given task. In this way, the body can
A good balance is significant for your body to carry out physical activities. Having a good body balance helps prevent falls and support maintaining the line of gravity. Research shows that body balance increases back strength, reduces body fat, as well as
Physical therapy involves certain treatment modalities aimed at alleviation of pain and recovery from abnormalities of physical function, which may be a result of injuries, disease, aging, and other medical conditions. It is the work of the physical therapist to help patients
AN OVERVIEW OF LOW BACK PAIN Low back pain has been a major cause of occupational-related disability. This is according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). No less than 80% of Americans will experience low back pain at
Neck pain is one of the most common clinical condition that is associated with severe pain. In such a critical situation, the movement of the head is challenging and causes severe pain. Neck pain can also be related to underlying medical conditions.
Our trained physical therapists at Parsippany Physical Therapy in Parsippany, NJ, will help you relieve pain with a combination of exercises and other treatment techniques, but nothing helps muscle recovery more than rest. We would like to take a moment to have
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, a severe condition of the hand and fingers may be caused by the pressure on the passageway we call the median nerve that passes across the carpal bones to the front of the wrist. Repeated actions over a prolonged period
Neurological dysfunction rehabilitation is one of the most complex therapies performed at Parsippany Physical Therapy in Parsippany, NJ. There are more than 600 neurological disorders, and it requires a tremendous knowledge and skills to distinguish one from the other. Physical therapists in
Sometimes the ability to move or transfer is often limited when a patient’s bones, joints, or muscles are damaged. Before aiding a patient with transporting or range-of-motion drills, it is essential to conduct a careful evaluation of the patient’s mobility, muscle strength,
The spine is composed of a succession of vertebrae. Each vertebra is composed of a body and a posterior arch. At the center of the vertebra, between the body and the posterior arch, pass the nervous elements, namely the spinal cord, and