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LISS Doctors are Top!

July 23, 2024

Congratulations to the wonderful, caring physicians at Long Island Spine Specialists for once again being named NY TopDocs and Top...

How to manage back pain at home?

July 23, 2024

Back pain is a widespread problem that interferes with our work and social lives. In fact, lower back pain is...

How to find the best back specialist

July 23, 2024

Back pain specialists are doctors who diagnose and treat pains arising in different parts of your body, including your back,...

Good exercises to help sciatica

July 23, 2024

Sciatica, or sciatic nerve pain, is so painful and debilitating that most people can’t get off their bed or stand...

What is scoliosis and what causes it?

July 23, 2024

Scoliosis is a condition in which your spine curves sideways instead of being completely straight. It usually occurs in the...

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery vs. Traditional

July 23, 2024

Lower back pain and neck pain affect most people at some point in their lives. Spine-related back pains can...

What To Know About Interventional Pain Management

July 23, 2024

What is interventional pain management? There is little in life that is more distressing than chronic pain. Untreated pain in...

How a Standing Desk can Help Alleviate Back Pain

July 23, 2024

How a Standing Desk Can Help Alleviate Back PainToday, most jobs require a lot of desk time, leaving you sitting...

5 Neck Stretches to Help Alleviate Neck Pain

July 23, 2024

Have you been sitting at a desk looking at a computer screen for days on end? Or are you often...

What happens when a herniated disc goes untreated? | Long Island Spine Specialists

July 23, 2024

A herniated disc is a common but treatable source of back pain. Increased pressure on the spine causes the gel-like...

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Is Anxiety or Stress Causing Your Back Pain?

July 23, 2024

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“I do expressive writing to get rid of my back pain,” stated Anna simply sipping on her fresh cup of tea. “I smoke to get rid of my asthma,” I follow cracking...

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High-Sugar Foods That Don’t Even Taste Sweet

July 23, 2024

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When I discovered that at a Krispy Kreme glazed donut contains 10 grams of sugar – a teaspoon of sugar has 4 grams – I wasn’t surprised. It’s a sweet delight...

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Simple Lifestyle Change May Ease Chronic Back Pain

July 23, 2024

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Chronic back pain costs an estimated $80-90 billion to treat each year, yet despite advancements in surgery, therapies and drugs, experts say back pain...

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5 Foods and Herbs that Eliminate Stubborn Pain

July 23, 2024

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Pain is a part of life as much as we would like to avoid it. A headache, a sprained ankle or aching joints are unwelcome occurrences in the lives of most...

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Signs of Heat-Related Illness and Tips for Staying Cool

July 23, 2024

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When the heat index shows that temperatures feel as hot as 90 to 103 degrees, the National Weather Service recommends that people use extreme caution if...

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10 Nutritionist-Approved Ways To Eat Healthier At A Barbecue

July 23, 2024

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Mayo-laden side salads, mystery meat hot dogs and greasy potato chips are all staples at summer cookouts, which can make healthfully navigating a barbecue...

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Summertime Dog Care

July 23, 2024

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1) Exercise your dog early in the morning or late at night. Since these are the cooler parts of the day, this will make the walk more comfortable for both...

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Ask the Doctor

July 23, 2024

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Answered by Dr. Thomas J. Dowling, Senior Partner. Q: Does smoking really affect my back? A: Everyone is aware of the negative impact that smoking has...

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Performance Enhancing Drugs In High School

July 23, 2024

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PERFORMANCE ENHANCING DRUGS IN HIGH SCHOOL Laurence Mermelstein, M.D. There are a fair amount of people who continue to remain ambivalent regarding athletes...

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The Female Athlete Triad

July 23, 2024

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The Female Athlete Triad By Laurence Mermelstein, M.D. Over the last 30 years, the numbers of girls and women participating in competitive sports has increased...

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