Myofascial foam rolling has become a popular tool as part of both warm-up and cool down prior to activity. Despite its popularity, little research has been performed on the mechanisms or efficacy of foam rolling. Researchers at Memorial University in Canada have led the way...
If you have been watching Dr. Oz or just perusing through the internet you may have stumbled upon the term “functional medicine.” Functional medicine is concerned with helping an individual with their symptoms in a natural, holistic manner first prior to integrating conventional medications. Many...
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When people are called dysfunctional, they may feel “diss-ed.” However, the reality is that most people are either born with some imbalances or acquire dysfunctions through the different stressors of life like physical trauma, chemical/diet stress, and emotional dis-tress. What many people fail to realize...
Join us for a night of fun partner Yoga! Friday, February 7, 2014, from 7-8:15pm. To register, please call 908-286-1100 or click here. ...
"Cereal giant General Mills has announced that its original-flavor Cheerios will soon be made without the use of genetically modified (GM) ingredients...
We are full on in the midst of the Holiday season and everyone is rushing around. On top of the usual pressures associated with our jobs, financial situations and relationships, there is the stress of getting everything done. Did you get the perfect gift? Did...
APRC would like to recognize Dr. Michael Teytelbaum for achieving Board Certified status in Chiropractic Neurology! For those of you not familiar with the field, it is a non-invasive, drug-free approach to many neurological conditions like balance and movement disorders, concussions, headaches/migraines, among many others....
The Role of Pec Minor in Shoulder Stability Pectoralis Minor is one of the most important and sometimes neglected muscles of the shoulder girdle. It attaches to the third, fourth and fifth ribs near the costal cartilage and inserts onto the coracoid process (part of the...
Check out this great article about diabetes and foot care from APRC's Podiatrists. Click here to see article. ...
Dear Patients, Many of us have heard how wonderful and beneficial Kale can be when incorporated into a salad or meal. In fact, I recently had a conversation with Betsy True, a certified Integrative Holistic Health Coach and Natural Foods Chef, about its many benefits. Betsy's...
We are often asked, "what can I do at home to help me recover from my (insert injury)?" or "how can I recover quicker from my training run, ride, or swim?" One very effective tool that can be used at home is the Marc Pro...
Dear Patients, We are extremely excited to announce that Dr. Jessica Merker-Levy has opened her second office located in the Atlantic Sports Health building in Morristown, NJ. Dr. Merker-Levy will be available for appointments in Morristown on Mondays from 9am-1pm. The address for her office is: Atlantic Sports...
Great Article on the Graston Technique: "Instrument-Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization Explained" https://www.aprcnj.com/site/pdf/ACA-Sep-2013-IASTM.pdf We hope you find this article useful. ...
This is a very educational video. It is well worth watching. We hope it adds value to your life: https://video.pbs.org/video/2364989581/ ...
Click below to read an APRC recommended article on headaches and chiropractic care: https://articles.aberdeennews.com/2013-08-02/farmforum/41014032_1_tension-headaches-tension-type-headache-chiropractic-treatment...
The Core: It’s not just about sexy abs: Basically your “core” is all of the muscles that surround your organs in your abdomen. The abdominal muscles (the front) are the ones most associated with “the core”, but your diaphragm (the top), pelvic floor (the bottom), and...
Great article. Please click below to read. https://www.clickorlando.com/lifestyle/pros-who-know/chiropractic-care/collision-leads-baseball-player-to-chiropractic-care/-/3922390/21003264/-/ta7ow7z/-/index.html...
The doctors at APRC utilize many of the techniques highlighted in this article that appeared in Runners World (May 2013)." See Article Here: https://aprcnj.com/site/pdf/MAY_MB.pdf ...
New, Safe, Medication-free Migraine Treatment Available at APRC If you or anyone you know suffers from migraines you know that it can be an extremely debilitating problem. Symptoms may include auras, light and noise sensitivity, dizziness, nausea, depression and many others, which can last anywhere from 2-72 hours. Unfortunately,...
Basically your “core” is all of the muscles that surround your organs in your abdomen. The abdominal muscles (the front) are the ones most associated with “the core”, but your diaphragm (the top), pelvic floor (the bottom), and some muscles in your back (the back)...
Your back is made up of bones (the vertebrae, or spinal column, which protects your spinal cord) and muscles. The vertebrae are stacked like blocks; the spinal cord runs down the middle, and between the vertebrae nerves extend from the spinal cord to the left and right....
Back Pain Facts & Statistics Although chiropractors care for more than just back pain, many patients visit chiropractors looking for relief from this pervasive condition. In fact, 31 million Americans experience low-back pain at any given time. (1) A few interesting facts about back pain: Low back pain...
On Tuesday, May 14th, Drs. Jason Levy & Courtney Centrelli performed a hands-on foam roller workshop for members of Paramount Multi Sport Club. The workshop taught members how to use a foam roller for Optimal Performance and Injury Prevention. By attending this workshop, members learned...
Come see two of APRC’s doctors speak at St. Barnabas, Dr. Jessica & Dr. Vincenza.Visit this link for the PDF to the event: https://aprcnj.com/pdf/20130529_Plantar_Faciitis.pdf ...
Dr. Jessica Merker-Levy, DPM, was recently appointed the Team Podiatrist for the New York Red Bulls, Major League Soccer (MLS). Dr. Jessica Merker-Levy has proven herself to the team and has a record for success as a podiatrist. She is looking forward to serving the...
The Cold Hard Facts on Major Soft Tissue Injuries Fact: Soft tissue injuries include ligament sprains, muscle strains, tendonitis Fact: There are 4 stages to soft tissue healing – 1) Initial active swelling (0 - 72 hours, loss of motion and increase of pain) 2) Inflammation (Day 3 -...
