In the United States alone, chronic pain affects over one-hundred million people. Across the globe, it affects almost thirty-percent of the total population (according to the National Institutes of Health Office of Disease Prevention). In addition, experts predict that global chronic pain statistics will increase as the collective population ages. For countless Long Island physical…
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Following physical therapy treatment, you’re ready to take on the challenges you’ll face post-therapy. That can be anything from tying your shoes to your favorite recreational activity. Sure, your formal treatment may be complete. However, it’s important to continue the steps you’ve taken to recover. This applies even after your sessions conclude. As you look…
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If you’re suffering from chronic pain, you know that being healthier, stronger and more active often seems unattainable. Fortunately, the key to a more active lifestyle is simpler than you think. With a few reliable guidelines, you could be well on your way to a significantly healthier lifestyle. Of course, physical therapy can help you achieve levels…
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Nobody should have to live with pain. Whether acute, chronic or a mobility issue, at Farmingdale Physical Therapy West, we’re passionate about guiding our patients to complete recoveries. Many favorite recreational activities give people something to look forward to in their spare time, but can take a toll on our bodies. For example, tennis and…
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“What is physical therapy?” “Is it rehabilitation?” “Is it like working out?” “Will it get rid of my pain within a week?” To some, the answers to these questions may seem simple. However, to others, physical therapy is a more vague term. In fact, surprising though it may be, a lot of people are very…
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So, you finally made the decision to begin physical therapy! First of all, congratulations. Physical therapy helps restore countless patients’ mobility and independence. Therefore, your life is very likely going to improve significantly. You may be pursuing it to heal from an acute or chronic injury. Or, you might be trying to simply improve balance…
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Nowadays, we’re still dealing with the pandemic disrupting our lives, stress and tension that many can’t move past. Therefore, our bodies are suffering, and our minds running rampant. Obviously, countless people sit too long at home, work too hard or deal with chronic pain. So, it’s more important than ever to remember to focus on…
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Objectives: Following this blog, the PT’s will be able to: Outcome Prepare a running program safely on the Alter-G for a patient with a variety of injuries Identify specific differences in running kinematics with varying BW% on the Alter-G Research protocols for specific injuries and utilize clinical decision making for progression/regression to prevent re-injury Behavioral…
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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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The hips and knees are both very commonly reported areas of discomfort. This pain becomes exceptionally common as people age, due to the “wear and tear” of cartilage in the hips, knees, and lower back. However, people can also experience hip and knee pain from overuse, injury, or underlying conditions, such as arthritis. Some cases…
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With more than 35 years of experience, Henry Purslow of Farmingdale Physical Therapy West offers expert physical therapy services in Bethpage, NY.
Physical Therapy Services
Occupational Therapy Services
Weight Loss/Personal Training
Meassage Therapy
Life Coaching
Alter- G Zero Gravity Treadmill
Monday: 8 AM – 6 PM
Tuesday: 8 AM - 7 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM – 8 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 7 PM
Friday: 8 AM – 6 PM
Saturday: 8 AM – 12 PM
Sunday: CLOSED
516-731-3583
4277 Hempstead Turnpike
Bethpage, NY 11714
Info@FPTwest.com
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Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
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