Monthly Archives: September, 2018
Tips for preventing fall sports injuries
By Dhimant Balar, DO
For many middle school and high school students, summer is the time to relax: no alarms, lazy days by the pool...
Important medical tests for men
By Marc Feingold, MD
As a doctor, it’s much easier for me to prevent something from happening than treat it once it does. In other...
Panelists discuss issues facing the transgender community
OLD BRIDGE — Seventeen-year-old Anthony Mazakas identifies as transmasculine, a person who was born female, but identifies with masculinity.
His journey started when he was...
Breastfeeding is best for baby and mom
By Neeti Misra, M.D., FACOG
Breast milk is the perfect food for your baby. For the first six months of your baby’s life, breast milk will...
Leg pain? It might be sciatica
By Sripad Dhawlikar, M.D.
Sciatica, also called lumbar radiculopathy, is a pain that originates along your sciatic nerve. This main nerve in your leg extends from the...
Workout for a fit mind and body
By Dr. Ira Shapiro
Director, Plaza Chiropractic Center
Old Bridge
Exercise is a stimulant.
The physical benefits are well known. At least 150 minutes of moderate exercise a...