It’s just over-the-counter pain relievers, right? It’s not like you’re taking opioids for pain relief. Think again. Taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or other over-the-counter pain relievers regularly for aches and pains is not always as safe as you think. Regular use of these medications also does not address the underlying causes of your pain. … Read more
If we were the betting type, we’d guess most of the people reading this are sitting down right now. It’s not a wild stretch of the imagination—most Americans spend around 12 hours per day sitting. Unfortunately, this kind of excessive sedentary behavior has been linked with an increased risk for chronic disease and early death. … Read more
When patients call our Elizabeth and Jersey City clinics, one of the first questions we get is “How long have your physical therapists been practicing?” We our proud to say that they experience of our owners and lead physical therapists speaks for itself. For over 25+ years, Humberto Colmenares has been helping his physical therapy … Read more
Headaches have the potential to destroy your plans for the day and interfere with your ability to accomplish tasks. Frequent headaches are the most common form of pain in the U.S., reports the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a division of the National Institutes of Health. In fact, nine out of 10 adults … Read more
Chronic low back pain is a common ailment that affects so many people today. Take action today and call Complete Physical Rehabilitation to schedule a one-on-one consultation and evaluation. Our physical therapists will get to the root cause of your back pain and create a personalized treatment plan just for you. What Is Chronic Low … Read more
When pain takes hold, it can be hard to stop without help from a qualified physical therapist. As the pain relief experts, a good physical therapist is uniquely qualified to both help relieve pain and teach their patient how to relief future pain symptoms and also how to prevent pain from even coming back. For … Read more
The worst part about living with pain is how pain can prevent someone from doing the things that they love to do. From our vast experience in physical therapy, after stopping a person from doing what they love to do, pain then moves on to stop someone from doing even the simplest activities in their … Read more
One of the most common pieces of advice given to people in strength training programs is simply to “not hurt yourself.” Whether it’s a recovery program from a previous injury or surgery, or you’re simply trying to improve your physical performance, it is a common phrase that you’ll hear. While it may seem easier said … Read more
Singapore Eats and Treats… But Don’t Forget the Water Families traveling to high-temperature destinations usually run into 2 problems: 1. What/where to eat and 2. Dehydration. Like many other travelers, Dr. Asha and I understand the difficulty of maintaining nutrition and being nutritionally conscious while vacationing in a place with unfamiliar cuisine. Singapore is one … Read more
Protein is a necessary nutrient for maintaining high levels of physical function. If you’re a dedicated athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone who is simply trying to become more active, your protein intake plays a key role in your physical performance. There are many factors of high-quality protein that can benefit you in ways you … Read more
