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By Professional Physical Therapy with Michael DelloRusso, PT, Clinic Director The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) enables jaw movement and the ability to open and close your mouth. Experiencing pain or discomfort in your jaw or near the ears could mean you have a TMJ disorder. If you do, knowing the symptoms of the condition and identifying … Continued

By Professional  Physical Therapy Do you ever have numbness or tingling in your hands, have trouble gripping things tightly or are experiencing pain that extends to your elbow? You might have carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition occurs most often in people ages 30-60 and is more common in woman than men, according to research done … Continued

By Professional Physical Therapy November is a wonderful time to see colorful leaves fall, perfect to break out your cozy sweaters and to eat pumpkin flavored everything. It is also a great month to reflect on what we are thankful for. And at Professional PT we want to acknowledge how grateful we are for the … Continued

By Michael Camacho, PT, DPT, OCS, Orthopedic Clinical Specialist/Clinic Director Do you have lower back pain? You’re not alone. Lower back pain is a common condition that affects about 80% of people in the United States and 25% of them report having low back pain within the past 3 months. Low back pain can impact … Continued

By Professional Physical Therapy Professional Physical Therapy, a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy and rehabilitation services throughout New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, celebrates the roll-out of WelcomeWare, a virtual front desk solution, across over 190 of their clinics. This technology aligns with Professional’s growth strategy in a post-pandemic environment by … Continued

By Professional Physical Therapy Buddy Valastro is a well-known American celebrity master baker, entrepreneur, television personality and author with Italian roots. He is best known as the star of the reality television series Cake Boss, which premiered in 2009. Two years ago, Buddy suffered a severe injury to his right hand in an accident at … Continued

By Professional Physical Therapy Professional Physical Therapy announced the opening of a new clinic in Port Washington, NY. This marks the 12th new clinic opening this year, aligning with our expansion and growth strategy along with our commitment to providing convenience and world-class patient care.  The Port Washington clinic is located at 20 Soundview Marketplace, inside … Continued

By Professional Physical Therapy Josh’s story begins on the football field in early December. He was cutting (making a quick change in direction) and felt a pop in his knee. After a visit with his doctor and then an MRI he was diagnosed with an ACL tear. He needed surgery. This was devastating news because … Continued

By Professional Physical Therapy Professional Physical Therapy announced the opening of a new state-of-the-art clinic in Levittown, NY. The addition of this clinic elevates Professional’s footprint on Long Island and Queens to 45 locations, totaling over 190 locations across the Northeast. The Levittown clinic is located at 2920 Hempstead Turnpike and was opened under Professional … Continued

By Professional Physical Therapy If you have been worried about the effects of the weight of your child’s backpack as they are heading back to school, your instincts are correct. Backpacks that are too heavy or not carried properly can cause problems for kids like back, neck, and shoulder pain, as well as poor posture. … Continued

By Professional Physical Therapy  Professional Physical Therapy announced the opening of 2 more state-of-the-art facilities in Massachusetts, by a husband-and-wife team, servicing two additional areas on the Cape. Patients in Massachusetts now have greater access to the clinical expertise and cutting-edge therapeutics offered in each new location. South Dennis, MA: Clinic Director Kristen Wentworth, PT, … Continued

By Thomas Maybury, PT, DPT, OMT The time after a child is born can be the most rewarding for new parents but can also be the most challenging to a new parent’s body. New stressors can be placed on your body with a newborn, due to carrying, rocking, and caring for your little one.  Improper … Continued