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Dr. Thomas Dipaolo, DPT
Physical Therapist
- Fanwood, NJ
- Accepting new patients
How to (Really) Achieve Those Health & Wellness Goals in the New Year
The beginning of the new year is a great time to make a fresh start, and for many Americans, that means writing a new chapter in the health and wellness department. But a staggering...
For Long-term Neck Pain that Just Won’t Go Away, try PT
Cervical spine pain is a common diagnosis and for many, it can last more than three months (then you are labeled as a chronic pain patient). Physical therapy is definitely something...
Can yoga make the bones weaker?
Is physical therapy a must for runners?
What hand exercises are recommended for people working for long hours on the computer?
Is it advisable to undergo physical therapy after knee replacement surgery?
I have a severe pain in my calf muscles after playing cricket. What should I do?
Is physical therapy recommended for neck pain?
Can physical therapy help my leg pain?
What are the exercises I should do after finishing a marathon?
Can you please suggest some neck exercises that can be done while sitting and working?
I hurt my back as I slipped while dancing. The particular point now hurts a lot. Could it be something serious?
I am overweight and have recently started running. What are the precautions I should take?
Stage I Walk 5 minutes, Jog 1 minute
Stage II Walk 4 minutes, Jog 2 minutes
Stage III Walk 3 minutes, Jog 3 minutes
Stage IV Walk 2 minutes, Jog 4 minutes
Stage V Jog every other day with a goal of reaching 30 consecutive minutes. Begin with 5 minutes
of walking, gradually increasing the pace. End with 5 minutes of walking.
If you have no pain when doing this activity level or afterwards, and you have no discomfort or tightness that limits your normal movements the next morning, proceed to the next stage.
Good luck!