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The Art of Mindful Relaxation And Why We Need It

I was discussing stress at a mindfulness retreat when Joe, an attendee, shared how he didn't get stressed over any one thing because everything was stressful to him, so he would wake up already stressed. Sound familiar?We have all experienced stress and anxiety, its close c...

Jan

6 Things That Could Be Making Your Lower Back Pain Worse

Lower back pain can be uncomfortable and difficult to manage, and some common coping strategies and issues could actually be making your lower back pain worse.Here are some things that could potentially be making your lower back pain more difficult to manage.1. You sit for...

Jan

Are Your Eyes Red? 5 Common Reasons + Remedies

No one likes looking in the mirror to find red eyes, looking back. Typically, it's nothing to worry about — often just a harmless reaction to dust or allergens. But that’s not always the case. There are times when inflamed eyes are a signal that you need a docto...

Jan

Herniated Discs

Herniated disc is a relatively common condition that can occur anywhere along the spine, but most often affects the lower back or neck region. Also known as a slipped disc or ruptured disc, a herniated disc develops when one of the cushion-like pads between the ver...

Jan

Weight Loss: 3 Tips for Getting Back on Track (and 3 Pitfalls to Avoid)

Things were going great — you were losing a pound a week. Then, suddenly, the number on your scale wouldn't budge … and started creeping upward.If this scenario sounds familiar, our dietitians recommend three strategies for getting back on track:1. Start tracki...

Jan

6 Common Burpees Mistakes that Can Cause Injuries

You're totally missing out, if you usually avoid burpees; they’re one of the best exercises. They target every single muscle in your body, which means they build muscle and strength fast.I have to warn you, though, that burpees have a high injury risk because, they in...

Jan

8 Signs Your Back Pain Is Actually an Emergency

You recently injured your backThis one's obvious: Whenever you directly injure your back—say you fall, get in a car accident, or something hits you on the back—you’ll want to see a professional. “You very well could have a spinal injury,” says...

Jan

3 New Genes Linked to Chronic Back Pain

New research pinpoints three genes responsible for skeletal development that appear to be connected to chronic back pain.The study authors said their findings could shed new light on the biological factors involved in the development of the condition and lead to new tre...

Jan

How to be Happier in 3 Easy Steps

“I don't want to be happier,” said nobody ever.Even if you identify as being generally happy, the idea that you could increase your happiness is still appealing. That’s exactly what I thought when I saw that longevity researcher, Dan Buettner, had wri...

Jan

Back Pain Through the Ages

Most people will experience back pain at some point, but it never ceases to amaze me how many people come to accept a level of discomfort as part and parcel of their daily lives. Most back pain is avoidable if people have even a basic awareness of the root causes and make some si...

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Practice Policy Update Regarding COVID-19

Dear Patients:

Our patients, employees and family are our top priority at Long Island Spine Specialists, P.C.

We ask you to not visit any of our locations if you have symptoms such as fever, sneezing, coughing and possible shortness of breath.

Please cancel your appointment and re-schedule once you are feeling better and are no longer suffering with symptoms.

Only non-symptomatic patients will be seen. No exceptions.

Accompanying family members – including children – are asked to remain in the waiting area and will not be allowed to enter the exam rooms.

During this time of high concern regarding the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) we are taking extra precautions to maintain the highest possible standards of safety and cleanliness. Please be advised that we are carefully following recommendations from both the CDC and WHO and are here to help guide you through this time if needed.

Some steps we are taking to keeping safe:

We know how important cleanliness is and always maintain the highest standards of cleanliness. To further offer you peace of mind, we have increased the frequency of the cleaning of our office.

Rest assured that hand washing is strictly followed. Hand sanitizer is available to all staff and patients.

Additionally, if you have recently traveled to a country with high rates of the coronavirus or have been on a cruise, please reschedule your visit for at least 14 days from your return date. We will gladly accommodate your needs to reschedule. At that time, a telehealth interface can be arranged if necessary.

Find up-to-date and accurate information on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website and feel free to reach out with questions.

- Your team at Long Island Spine Specialists, P.C.

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To learn more about Long Island Spine Specialists – and to discover how we can relieve your pain and help you find an improved quality of life – please contact our office today and schedule a consultation.

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