Physical Rehabilitation

COVID-19, Physical Rehabilitation

What is Proning and How May it Help COVID-19 Patients?

Proning is the process of turning a patient with precise, safe motions from their back onto their abdomen (stomach) so the individual is lying face down

COVID-19, Pain Management, Physical Rehabilitation

6 Ways to Alleviate Lower Back Pain During Lockdown

According to Sagar Parikh, M.D., about 80% of adults experience lower back pain at some point during their lifetimes due to common causes.

COVID-19, Neuroscience, Physical Rehabilitation

10 Ways People with Parkinson’s Can Stay Healthy at Home

Parkinson’s Disease rehabilitation specialists at Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute have outlined some tips to stay healthy and active at home.

Parenting, Pediatrics, Physical Rehabilitation

Advice for Parents Terrified of the “Skull Breaker Challenge”

A new trending TikTok prank called the ‘skull breaker challenge’ involves two people fooling a third person into jumping into the air and kicking their feet out from under, causing the jumper to land on his or her back.

Exercise / Fitness, Orthopedics, Physical Rehabilitation

When to Apply Ice Vs. Heat Packs

Sapna Rama, D.O., board certified in internal medicine, differentiates cold therapy from heat therapy and outlines the appropriate relief plans depending on your injury or pain.

Exercise / Fitness, Orthopedics, Physical Rehabilitation

How to Stay Safe With New Workout Trends

Ready to explore some fitness trends? Here’s a short guide to popular workouts, along with any special precautions.

Neuroscience, Physical Rehabilitation

I Have Parkinson’s Disease. Now What?

Roger Rossi, D.O. from JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute shares his answers to the top 6 questions patients ask after being diagnosed with Parkinson's.

Exercise / Fitness, Physical Rehabilitation

How to Strengthen Your Back and Avoid Injury

Incorporate a few back-strengthening exercises and stretches into your routine, and adopt some back-friendly habits, to avoid back pain and enjoy daily life.

Orthopedics, Physical Rehabilitation

Hip Replacements: What to Expect

Are you considering hip replacement surgery? Our experts weigh in on what you can expect from surgery and recovery.