Music has the incredible power of boosting both emotional and physical health – and that’s just by listening! If you are a musician and music is your livelihood, you reap additional benefits. Playing music provides a total brain workout that strengthens many brain functions.Regardless of which instrument you play, there is a repetitive nature that comes with playing music, so it’s ...

“Same-day” has become a buzz word for hip and knee replacement surgery — but what does it really mean? What’s the advantage? And who is a candidate? Outpatient, or same-day surgery, entails a more rapid recovery where you can be discharged on the same day of surgery. Improved technology and more consistent ways to minimize pain after surgery have enabled same-day discharge for certain ...

Staying active is essential as you age, but achy joints or injuries can prevent you from the activities you love. Consider some of the ideas below to maintain your fitness for years to come:Manage Pain ProactivelyWhile muscular soreness is okay, joint pain is a red flag. Modify an activity to make it pain-free – a subtle adjustment can go a long way, like not letting your knee collapse ...

Why do you play your sport? Fun? Competition? Camaraderie? Whatever the reason, here are some tips to keep playing longer and stronger:Build or Maintain an Athletic FoundationKey components include: cardiovascular endurance, strength, dynamic alignment, body composition and mobility. Limitations in these foundational capabilities can lead to decreased power, agility and ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- Pregnancy can create many musculoskeletal challenges and progressive biomechanical demands in a woman’s body. As the body adapts to its growing baby, a gradual postural shift often occurs, moving the center of gravity forward. This new alignment can lead to an accentuated lower back curve and a forward tilting of the pelvis.As a result of these normal gestational loads ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- Headaches are a common problem, often seemingly benign and unpredictable. However, many times these pains can be solved by simple treatment from a physical therapist.Many headaches can be caused by neck pain and issues, which are known as cervicogenic headaches. A recent study found evidence showing that more than half of all headaches diagnosed as untreatable ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- For even the most casual athlete, sprained ankles are a fact of life. But can these common injuries cause larger problems in our legs? According to the joint experts at Hospital for Special Surgery, ignoring more serious tweaks can have lasting mobility effects."Many of us have ‘rolled’ our ankles, causing what’s effectively known as an acute ankle sprain," ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- Imagine enjoying increased flexibility, improved respiratory function and experiencing a generally healthier sense of well-being as you age. According to emerging evidence, finding this fountain of youth is possible for everyone through a little instruction, dedication and a willingness to work up a sweat.According to Katrin Ramsey, a certified lymphedema therapist at ...

PARAMUS, NJ. -- One of the most popular and fastest growing sports in the United States, running totaled over 64 million participants last year alone. In the last three years, the number of master runners, or those over the age of 40, has grown to represent the largest age group of all half-marathon and marathon participants.Although running has been shown to reduce the risk of disease, ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- Currently the fifth most common reason for a doctor's visit, lower back pain affects a quarter of the U.S. population. Neck pain can be just as prevalent; between 30-50 percent of adults have experienced some form of discomfort in the last year. When this pain strikes, what's one to do? It turns out, lying down and waiting for pain to pass isn't always the best option. ...