Refuah PT Blog
Physical therapy guides for Brooklyn and Staten Island
Plain-language answers about 30 of the most common conditions we see, from back pain and sciatica to vertigo, stroke recovery and pediatric OT. What it is, why it happens, how therapy helps, and what you can do at home.
Back, Neck & Jaw
- Low Back PainLow back pain explained in plain language: common causes, warning signs, home strategies and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island can help.Read the guide →
- SciaticaWhat sciatica is, why it causes pain down the leg, red flags, home strategies, and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island helps you recover.Read the guide →
- Herniated DiscA plain-language guide to herniated and bulging discs: symptoms, causes, warning signs and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island can help.Read the guide →
- Neck PainStiff or sore neck? Learn common causes of neck pain, home relief tips, warning signs and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island can help.Read the guide →
- Whiplash & Car Accident InjuriesHurt in a car accident? Learn about whiplash symptoms, delayed pain, warning signs and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island supports recovery.Read the guide →
- TMJ (Jaw) PainJaw pain, clicking or headaches? Learn about TMJ disorders, common causes, self-care, and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island can help.Read the guide →
Shoulder, Elbow & Hand
- Rotator Cuff InjuriesRotator cuff tendinopathy, tears and post-op rehab explained. Symptoms, causes, home tips and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island helps.Read the guide →
- Frozen ShoulderFrozen shoulder explained: the stages, who gets it, what helps at home, and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island restores shoulder motion.Read the guide →
- Tennis ElbowYou don't need to play tennis to get tennis elbow. Learn the causes, symptoms, home tips and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island helps.Read the guide →
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeNumb, tingling fingers? Learn carpal tunnel causes, symptoms, night splints and hand exercises, and how PT and OT in Brooklyn can help.Read the guide →
Hip & Knee
- Hip Bursitis (Outer Hip Pain)Pain on the outside of the hip when lying on your side or climbing stairs? Learn about hip bursitis (GTPS) and how physical therapy in Brooklyn helps.Read the guide →
- Hip DysplasiaHip dysplasia in teens and adults: groin pain, clicking, causes and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island builds stability and relieves pain.Read the guide →
- Knee ArthritisKnee arthritis doesn't have to mean giving up walking. Learn symptoms, causes, home strategies and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island helps.Read the guide →
- ACL Tear & ACL Surgery RehabTore your ACL? Learn what to expect from ACL rehab before and after surgery, the phases of recovery, and returning to sport with PT in Brooklyn.Read the guide →
- Meniscus TearLearn about meniscus tears: symptoms like catching and swelling, when surgery helps, and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island speeds recovery.Read the guide →
- Runner's Knee (Patellofemoral Pain)Pain around the kneecap with stairs, squats or sitting? Learn about patellofemoral pain and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island helps.Read the guide →
- Knee & Hip Replacement RehabWhat to expect from physical therapy after total knee or hip replacement: prehab, recovery phases, home tips and warning signs. Brooklyn & Staten Island.Read the guide →
Foot & Ankle
- Plantar FasciitisSharp heel pain with your first steps in the morning? Learn about plantar fasciitis and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island can help.Read the guide →
- Achilles TendinopathyAchilles pain and stiffness? Learn about Achilles tendinopathy, why rest alone isn't enough, and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island helps.Read the guide →
- Ankle SprainRolled your ankle? Learn sprain grades, what to do in the first days, when to get an X-ray and how physical therapy in Brooklyn prevents repeat sprains.Read the guide →
- Shin SplintsPain along the shin when running or walking? Learn about shin splints, stress fracture warning signs, and how physical therapy in Brooklyn can help.Read the guide →
Neuro, Balance & Dizziness
- Vertigo & BPPVRoom spinning when you roll over in bed? Learn about BPPV and other causes of dizziness, and how vestibular physical therapy in Brooklyn can help.Read the guide →
- Concussion RecoveryLearn concussion symptoms, why total rest isn't the answer, and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island guides recovery and return to sport.Read the guide →
- Stroke RehabRecovering from a stroke? Learn how outpatient physical and occupational therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island help with walking, arm use, balance and independence.Read the guide →
- Parkinson's DiseaseExercise matters with Parkinson's. Learn how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island helps with walking, balance, freezing, posture and fall prevention.Read the guide →
- Balance Problems & Fall PreventionFeeling unsteady or worried about falling? Learn the common causes and warning signs, and how balance training with physical therapy in Brooklyn can help.Read the guide →
Recovery & Specialty Care
- Rehab After a FractureBroken wrist, ankle, shoulder or hip? Learn what to expect after a fracture and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island restores strength and motion.Read the guide →
- Pelvic Floor DysfunctionBladder leaks, pelvic pain or postpartum changes? Learn what pelvic floor dysfunction is, what helps at home, and how pelvic floor physical therapy works.Read the guide →
- Developmental Delays in Children (Pediatric OT)Concerned about your child's fine motor skills, handwriting, sensory processing or self-care? Learn how pediatric occupational therapy in Boro Park can help.Read the guide →
- Work InjuriesHurt on the job? Learn about common work injuries, what to do right away, and how physical therapy in Brooklyn and Staten Island helps you return to work.Read the guide →
Call the Refuah office nearest you
Three neighborhood offices. Occupational therapy is at Boro Park.
Midwood
Physical therapy
2918 Avenue M, Brooklyn, NY 11210
Call (718) 252-0625 DirectionsBoro Park
Physical & occupational therapy
5327 18th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11204
Call (718) 831-2333 DirectionsStaten Island
Physical therapy · operating as Kinetix Physical Therapy
1751 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10314
Call (718) 816-6111 Directions
Medical disclaimer: This article is for general education only and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Everyone’s situation is different. Talk with your physician or a licensed physical therapist about your symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call 911.