Sitting still too long when traveling and prolonged immobility due to surgery or illness can increase your risk for blood clots in the lower leg, thigh or pelvis. Symptoms for this condition, called deep vein thrombosis (DVT), may include leg pain or swelling, although there may be no symptoms at all.
When one is bitten by a tick in the Northeastern United States it can trigger concern about Lyme Disease. However, hundreds of cases of a new tick-related disease which causes a severe allergy to red meat have recently been diagnosed on Long Island.
Yoga is known to have many health benefits, including stress relief, lowering of blood pressure and heart rate, and promoting weight loss among others. However, at the root of yoga practice, is the simple act of breathing. Breathing techniques known as pranayama are one of the most vital parts of yoga practice. These techniques can…
By Hesham Atwa, MD When your physician tells you that you need to have a scheduled surgical procedure, whether it’s an ambulatory procedure or will require a hospital stay, there are a few key questions every patient should ask and your surgeon will be more than willing to answer.
By Anna Leskiv, MD Some degree of memory loss is a fairly common part of aging, but should not prevent you from living a full and productive life. We all can misplace our keys or struggle to come up the name of an acquaintance we haven’t seen in a while. There’s a difference, however, between…
Spring is here and it’s a great time to bring your exercise routine outside. One great way to get motivated and keep up with a program is to sign up for one of the many 5k races offered throughout the area. If you’re new to running or if you’re a little rusty after a long…
By Jessica Blydenburgh, DO There is no better time than the spring to get outside for some exercise and sunshine. Your bones will thank you. The best way to maintain healthy bones is a lifestyle complete with weight-bearing exercise, such as running, walking and dancing, and a healthy diet that provides adequate calories and plenty…
by Michael Fracchia, MD Activity, aging and arthritis are some of the reasons that more and more people are receiving total hip replacements each year. The American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons projects 500,000 hip replacement procedures in the U.S. annually by the year 2030, nearly double the number performed today. If you are…
Patricia Alvarenga of Kings Park vividly remembers what a struggle it was to simply get through her day without feeling completely exhausted. Her husband, Manuel, tells a similar tale, saying that he needed to go home for a nap at lunchtime to get enough energy to finish his day of work. Daughter Amber, a high…
By Richard Savino, MD The shoulder is your body’s most flexible joint, but when your shoulder joint is damaged, using your arm can be painful. Here are five reasons you may experience shoulder pain: