Complete Physical Rehabilitation

No Dizziness After Physical Therapy

For all of our dizziness and vertigo patients, we always get the same reactions as they go through their Physical Therapy sessions:  “I wish I had known that Physical Therapy could help my dizziness years ago!”  Unfortunately, many patients and doctors do not know that a Physical Therapist can specialize in treating vertigo and dizziness dysfunctions.  I, along with Dr. James, have been treating vertigo and dizziness for over 18 years now, and we are the only clinics in Elizabeth and Jersey City to specialize in treating these conditions.

LSVT BIG Now In The Elizabeth Physical Therapy Clinic

We are happy to announce that Physical Therapist Dr. Asha Koshy and Physical Therapist Assistant Diana Raa are now certified in the LSVT BIG method for Parkinson’s Disease treatment, making the Elizabeth clinic the first Physical Therapy clinic in Elizabeth, NJ to offer this revolutionary treatment for Parkinson’s Disease.

Runner’s Knee And Minimalist Running Shoes

 Wherever you go, it’s hard not to see those barefoot running shoes, even in discount stores like Marshalls and TJ Maxx.  From the Vibram line to the Nike Free line, and every brand in between, it seems like everyone has a model of barefoot running shoes on the market that they’ve been marketing extremely hard.  But are they really good for you?

Back Pain and Planking Exercises

Planking.  It has become one of the “go-to” exercises for so many gym rats that are looking to strengthen their core in order to stave away back pain.

But how effective is a plank, really?  Dr. Asha has the answer for you now!

How To Get Back Pain Relief Fast

As I was driving in to the Physical Therapy clinic in Elizabeth, NJ, I was thinking about my children.  It dawned on me as to why they are so resilient when they fall, or that they can stay longer in a seated or standing position.  Well, of course, they are younger so their lower backs have not been succumbed to the pressure of age and time and as well there is more water in their discs vs someone at age 40, but in reality there is one very simple word that explains why they are able to bounce back so fast…

The Secret To Back Pain Relief That They DON’T Want You To Know

So many pills, so many options, all selling the same message of buying a miracle quick fix in a bottle.  But when you look at the FACTS about these miracle pills, the reality is quite different from what the drug companies are selling.  And the medical community is now also even changing their own back pain guidelines in light of this new reality.  And that reality is:

Opioids For Back Pain Relief Should Be The LAST Resort

Back Pain & The McKenzie Method

Hello all!  Just to first introduce myself, I’m Dr. Asha Koshy, co-owner and McKenzie back specialist for Complete Physical Rehabilitation.  I’m so excited to begin blogging for our website and can’t wait to share my thoughts on so many topics relating to Physical Therapy, fitness, and wellness!  So let’s get started, shall we?

Top 3 Easy Back Pain Exercises At Your Desk

In my last video, I went over my favorite tips that I give all of my Physical Therapy patients in Jersey City and Elizabeth regarding back pain that occurs at work, especially at a workplace workstation or desk.  Of those tips, I believe that simple exercising and stretching can be the most beneficial to relieving back pain symptoms.

So here is my newest video, where I go into detail with my top 3 exercises for back pain relief methods that you can do right at your desk. 

Back Pain, Posture, and Ergonomics In The Office

At the end of the day, it really is up to you.  Pay attention to your self and how your environment is set up around you, and you’ll be that much closer to removing back pain forever from your life!