What is the difference between a sprain and a strain? Often these words are used interchangeably but they actually mean different things. Joseph lists common causes and symptoms of each type of injury, and provides tips to prevent them. Read more...

An overview of low back pain and some of its causes. Physical therapists examine and evaluate a person thoroughly to determine the cause of pain and design an individualized treatment plan.

1. Limit the amount of snow you pick up with your shovel. Wet snow and ice can be heavier than it looks. The heavier the weight and the farther you hold it away from your body the more stress you will put on your back.
2. Bend and lift with your knees. Let your knees do some of the work. If you keep your knees straight and bend at the back you are forcing postural muscles to lift a heavy weight, something they are not meant to do. On the other hand, if you bend your knees and keep your back straight and your core activated you can protect your back and let your leg muscles do the work. They are much more suited for the job.
3. Never lift and twist! As you lift that heavy snow make sure your back does not twist. Use your arms to throw that snow off to the side. Lifting and twisting together puts extra force on the discs in your spine and can lead to back issues.
   

Stay safe and warm!

High heels are a real pain-in-the-foot!
The good news is that though some simple PT tips, you can wear high heels all day and prevent the pain. 
Checkout Scrubbing.in for some helpful info and preventative measures when it comes to heels. 

Being Brooklyn born and raised means dealing with (and complaining about) snow for months at a time, every single year!
Like everything else, snow has its pros and cons, but once it freezes it's all terribly dangerous. 
Slipping on ice is a great way to get mild &/or severe injurys your back, bones and muscles. 
Make sure to stay warm, always watch where you walk, and follow these tips to stay safe!
Hint: Walk like an adorable penguin. 

To read about the different types of injuries from slipping on ice, and how to treat them visit: University of Iowa Health Care