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Tips and Tricks for Using Walking Poles: Video

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 18 March, 2020 | 1

Spring is here and there’s no better time to hit the trails. Research shows going downhill with trekking poles can reduce strain on the knees by 12 to 25%. Point Performance has some tips and tricks for putting a spring in your step by using trekking poles on your hikes and long walks. In thisRead more

Cold Weather Aches and Pains and What to Do About Them: Video

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 3 February, 2020 | 0

When the temperature drops, does your pain level go up? For many patients, there is a tie between cold weather and aching joints. In this video, Point Performance’s Michal Tekle explores the causation and remedies for this phenomenon. There have been a lot of studies conducted, but results remain inconclusive. One theory is that theRead more

Side Plank for Osteopenia and Osteoporosis: Video

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 15 October, 2019 | 5

Did you know around age 30, your bones stop growing? And for most women during menopause and men between ages 65 and 70, we actually start to lose bone mass. This leads to conditions like osteopenia, which is weak bones, and osteoporosis, where bones are brittle and break easily. In order to prevent that, PointRead more

Foam Rolling for Thoracic Extension: Video

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 25 June, 2019 | 0

If you’re like most working Americans, you spend all day hunched over a computer screen before slouching during your busy commute home. This can lead to back and neck pain from improper posture and can wreck havoc on your body. Thoracic extension is important not only for proper posture, it also is tied to alleviatingRead more

Calf Stretches: Video

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 2 April, 2019 | 0

Now that the weather is nice, people are getting back outside and running. But with running comes the dreaded tight calf muscles. Tight calves can lead to myriad other problems, like plantar fasciitis and ankle sprains. It’s important to properly stretch and loosen your calves to prevent injury. In this video, Point Performance’s Michal Tekle demonstratesRead more

Balance Exercises: Video

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 26 March, 2019 | 0

Many adults struggle with balance issues as they age. But the good news is, through simple home exercises, you can improve your balance. In this video, Point Performance’s Sandra Lee, DPT demonstrates how to challenge the three balance systems (vision, somatosensory system and vestibular system). Directions: Begin with your feet together and hands on hips. TryRead more

Baseball Shoulder Strengthening Exercises: Video

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 12 March, 2019 | 0

Opening day of baseball season is almost upon us– is your arm ready? Throwing balls can put a lot of strain on your shoulders and before heading to the mound, you should prepare safely. In this video, Dr. Haim Hechtman demonstrates variations of shoulder external rotation routines that can help you get ready for theRead more

Leg Exercises for Runners: Video

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 6 March, 2019 | 0

Now that Spring has sprung, runners are gearing up to hit the sidewalk and log some miles. In this video, Point Performance’s Narinder Singh, DPT demonstrates how to get your legs and hips in shape before lacing up your sneakers. With your gym’s pulley machine, you can work hips, knees, glutes and balance. Strengthening these musclesRead more

Combining Single Muscle Movements: Video

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 6 February, 2019 | 0

This time of year is packed with traveling to visit friends and family. It can be hard, if not impossible, to bring your gym with you. But in this video, Point Performance’s trainer Phil Silberman demonstrates how easy it is to string together a sequence of single muscle movements into a workout that can beRead more

Posture and TMJ: Video

By PointPerformance | Blog | Comments are Closed | 6 February, 2019 | 0

If you have temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), you’re familiar with the painful locking and clicking of your jaw when you open it. But did you know that your posture might be limiting your jaw mobility? In this video, Point Performance’s Sara Squires, DPT, demonstrates how poor posture can affect and worsen TMJ. First she assumes correctRead more

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  • Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome

    By PointPerformance | Comments are Closed

    Chronic exertional compartment syndrome is one of the most common causes of pain, numbness, and foot drop, most often seen in runners.

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    Diagnosing Hip Arthritis with Ultrasound: Video

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    Hip arthritis is one of the most common causes of groin pain in patients. To diagnose it, we can use ultrasound. Ultrasound

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    Tennis Elbow Diagnosis and Treatment Options: Video

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    Tennis elbow is one of the most common causes of elbow pain. The condition is also sometimes referred to as lateral epicondylitis.

  • Rehab in the Time of Covid-19: How to Progress Your Recovery while At-Home

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    Starting and sticking with a rehabilitation regimen has its challenges during the pandemic. Here are some ways to continue to progress.

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Practice Overview
    • Dr. Haim S. Hechtman, DPT, Point Performance Co-founder
    • Dr. Mark D. Klaiman, MD, Point Performance Co-founder
    • Point Performance Team
    • Testimonials
    • Careers
      • Careers: Physical Therapist
      • Careers: Physical Therapy Technician
      • Careers: Patient Relations Coordinator
      • Online Application
  • Services
    • Areas of Treatment
      • Neck and Back
      • Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist and Hand Pain
      • Hip, Knee, Ankle and Foot
      • Arthritis and Neurological Conditions
      • Chronic Pain
    • Point Performance Medicine
      • Spine Care
        • Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection for Lower Back & Leg Pain
        • Lumbar Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for Lower Back Pain
        • Sacroiliac Joint Injection for Low Back & Buttock Pain
      • Sports Medicine
      • Orthobiologics
      • Advanced Minimally Invasive Procedures
      • Scrambler Therapy
      • Nerve Conduction and EMG Testing
      • Medical Acupuncture: How Does It Work?
      • Before Your Procedure
    • Point Performance Therapy Services
    • Mind Body Solutions
    • Medical Personal Training
  • Patients
    • New Patients
    • Privacy Policy
    • New Patient Forms
    • Payment
    • Physical Medicine Patient Portal
    • Physical Therapy Patient Portal
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  • Contact
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