Anatomy Corner: Thoracic Spine
The majority of spine-related issues addressed in physical therapy are either low back (>53%) or neck (>27%) related (1). However, that doesn’t mean the rest of your spine, the thoracic spinal segments,...
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New Services at Centurion!
We’ve been hard at work and are thrilled to share some exciting new services with you! Anti-Gravity Treadmill: We now offer an anti-gravity treadmill! Using a differential air pressure system, this treadmill...
Sun Protection and Vitamin D
Sun Protection and Vitamin D: No Trade-off Necessary By Claire Wolinsky, M.D. Vitamin D is essential for bone health as well as in supporting our immune system. It doesn’t take much sun exposure...
Does Stretching Do Anything?
This is a question that physical therapists often get. The short answer is yes. Stretching helps prevent injuries such as muscle strains, and tendinitis, just to name a couple. But how does...
Smoothies!
Not quite the same old smoothies! If you are trying to get more fruits, vegetables, or even protein into your diet this summer, bust out the blender and give these a...
Anatomy Corner: Hamstrings
The hamstrings are a powerful group of three muscles located at the back of the thigh. Their primary functions include flexing (bending) the knee and assisting with hip extension. Additionally,...
Staff Spotlight
Centurion's own Joanna Binney is running the 2024 NYC Marathon for GallopNYC! Joanna is thrilled to be running her second New York City marathon this year, and she is even more...
Food Allergies
The Importance of Identifying Food Allergies and Sensitivites By Dawn Poirier, MS, RDN So you get an upset stomach with some foods or drink, a little headache with others, or sometimes a...
Running and Knee Health
The idea that running several times a week (or participating in any higher-impact exercise) creates wear and tear on your knees is a common assumption. However, recent studies have begun...
Summer Health
Summer is well underway and we hope you are enjoying it! If you are traveling and would like to continue your physical therapy or just get a good workout in,...