01/04/2021

Importance of Stretching

Each morning most of us initially wake up with a nice stretch. However, we are not doing the proper amount of stretching that should be done daily. The benefits of stretching daily can reach past the scope of the day and benefit us several years from now as we age.

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01/04/2021

Pros & Cons of CBD

Within recent years, CBD (known as cannabidiol) has provided pain relief to numerous individuals with few options and no alternatives for treatment. However, what exactly is CBD? And what are the advantages (and disadvantages) of using it? As per Wikipedia: CBD is “one of the 113 identified cannabinoids in cannabis (marijuana) plants and accounts for up…
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12/22/2020

Sports Concussion: Causes & Symptoms

At Farmingdale Physical Therapy West, many of our patients are athletes. Therefore, many of the treatments we administer are from sports-related injuries, both acute and chronic. A lot of sports, especially if they’re high-impact, can lead to several different injuries for the athletes who play them. As a result, we understand the best therapies for…
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12/21/2020

Pros & Cons: Physical Therapy vs. Injections, Pain Meds & Surgery

Have you ever been in so much pain that you didn’t know what to do next? Of course, you’ve thought about surgery, painkillers, topical treatments and injections as quick, easy fixes. However, have you considered all of the possibilities? Now, even though there are options that can alleviate your pain quickly, they can also negatively…
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12/11/2020

The Benefits of Stretching After Warm Up

Many people mistakenly assume that we should stretch only before a workout. However, this is wildly incorrect. In fact, many experts recommend stretching in between each phase of exercise. This includes stretching after a warm-up. At Farmingdale Physical Therapy West, we can’t stress how important it is to stretch properly, each time you exercise. Stretching keeps your…
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