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The Power of Our Voices: A Reflection on APTA New Yorks Lobby Day 2023

Dr. Theresa Marko

May 6, 20234 min read

The Power of Our Voices: A Reflection on APTA New Yorks Lobby Day 2023

This past April, the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) New York Chapter embarked on our first in-person advocacy event since...

Dr. Theresa Marko

Apr 6, 20192 min read

Advocacy on The Hill: All About You

At the beginning of April over 285 physical therapists, members of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), from all over the...

Do You Know Why You Have Back Pain? Here’s How You Can Find Out

Dr. Theresa Marko

Sep 18, 20182 min read

Do You Know Why You Have Back Pain? Here’s How You Can Find Out

Is the source of your low back pain a mystery? You’re not alone: Nine out of 10 patients don't know the primary cause of their back pain....

How Much Physical Activity Do Kids Need?

Dr. Theresa Marko

Aug 3, 20182 min read

How Much Physical Activity Do Kids Need?

Recently we have seen a rise of diseases in children that in the past had only been seen in adults. Things like obesity, type 2 diabetes,...

Improve Your Golf Game by Visiting a Physical Therapist

Dr. Theresa Marko

Jun 8, 20183 min read

Improve Your Golf Game by Visiting a Physical Therapist

Golf season is here and it’s time to not only tune up your gear, but also tune up your body. You may be surprised to hear that seeing a...

What Happened at New York Lobby Day 2018?

Dr. Theresa Marko

Apr 25, 20183 min read

What Happened at New York Lobby Day 2018?

NY State Senator Brian Kavanagh This year the New York Physical Therapy Association (NYPTA) traveled to Albany, New York to advocate...

Self-Care Strategies For When You Feel Mentally Out of Control

Dr. Theresa Marko

Apr 11, 20183 min read

Self-Care Strategies For When You Feel Mentally Out of Control

Photo: StockSnap If you’re feeling desperate, alone, and helpless, it’s easy to get trapped in those emotions and believe there is no way...

Physical Therapy Keeps Hips Healthy for Post-Retirement Activities

Dr. Theresa Marko

Mar 6, 20182 min read

Physical Therapy Keeps Hips Healthy for Post-Retirement Activities

Pain, soreness and weakness in the hips can interfere with desired activity levels, particularly for men and women 65 years old and older....

Weekend Warriors: Five Ways to Battle Injury

Dr. Theresa Marko

Feb 9, 20182 min read

Weekend Warriors: Five Ways to Battle Injury

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates nearly nine million Americans pack a full week’s worth of exercise into...

See Your Physical Therapist to Prevent Possible Injuries

Dr. Theresa Marko

Dec 9, 20172 min read

See Your Physical Therapist to Prevent Possible Injuries

You probably already know to make an appointment with a physical therapist when you sprain your ankle or develop tennis elbow. But what...

Physical Therapists Address Depression in Patients with Chronic Illnesses

Dr. Theresa Marko

Sep 10, 20172 min read

Physical Therapists Address Depression in Patients with Chronic Illnesses

Depression is one of the most common complications for patients with chronic illnesses like heart disease, multiple sclerosis and...

Which Bones, Joints and Muscles Do You Want to Keep?

Dr. Theresa Marko

Aug 22, 20172 min read

Which Bones, Joints and Muscles Do You Want to Keep?

Chances are you’ve come across the old dental health adage: “Floss the teeth you want to keep.” The first time you spotted this sign in a...

Physical Therapy Should be as Routine as an Oil Change

Dr. Theresa Marko

Jul 21, 20172 min read

Physical Therapy Should be as Routine as an Oil Change

[New York City - July 21, 2017] The automobile industry recommends regular oil changes to keep your car running at its peak performance....

Dr. Theresa Marko

Jul 1, 20172 min read

Get Your Fit Factor Score!

Interactive Online Tool Called the ‘Fit Factor’ Rates Physical Health New York, NY –There are countless solutions available these days to...

Why You Want to See a Physical Therapist for Low Back Pain

Dr. Theresa Marko

Jun 4, 20172 min read

Why You Want to See a Physical Therapist for Low Back Pain

For the past week, the pain and stiffness in your lower back has been unbearable. Daily activities like unloading the dishwasher, opening...

The ACP Gives Physical Therapy a Nod in the Treatment of Low Back Pain

Dr. Theresa Marko

Apr 22, 20172 min read

The ACP Gives Physical Therapy a Nod in the Treatment of Low Back Pain

New York, NY – The American College of Physicians (ACP) released new guidelines to steer doctors away from scribbling scripts for...