Please always “CALL†your health insurance company to “VERIFY†that your medical provider or “SURGERY CENTER†participates with your health insurance plan, they should be In Participating with your health insurance plan, do not trust anyone but your insurance company telling you that the medical provider you are going to see participates with your health insurance plan. Also if you need surgery and your surgeoun tells you to go to a Surgery Center (not a hospital) for your surgery “CALL†your medical health insurance company directly and “verify†that the surgery center PARTICPATES with your health insurance plan or you can get balanced billed after having surgery there because they might not particpate with your insurance plan so for an example the surgery center could charge $3000 for the use of the surgery center and your insurance would say for an example pay $1000 as reasonable & customary they call it because you went to an out of network non participating surgery center then you would owe $2000, so always call your insurance company to VERIFY that all your medical providers or places you have medical care (surgery) PARTICPATE with your insurance plan. ABC is close to Bridgewater – Raritan – Manville – Bedminster – NJ Thank You & Good Luck, William Medway, Owner & Manager ABC Physical Therapy
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ABC Physical Therapy is In Network, participating with health insurance plans. Please read our web site www.ABCPT.com We have ultrasound therapy, electrical stimulation and are close to Raritan – Bridgewater – Basking Ridge – NJ
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Always verify your medical provider partay icipates with your health insurance plan by first CALLING your health insurance company to verify they participate with your insurance plan. Also read www.abcpt.com
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Always remember if you need medical care always call your health insurance company to find who is participating with your health insurance plan and at your appointment the medical provider who your insurance company told you was participating with your health insurance plan is the medical provider who is taking care of you.
Always verify your medical provider or Surgery Center PARTICIPATES with your health insurance plan
Please always “CALL” your health insurance company to “VERIFY” that your medical provider or “SURGERY CENTER” participates with your health insurance plan, they should be In Participating with your health insurance plan, do not trust anyone but your insurance company telling you that the medical provider you are going to see participates with your health insurance plan. Also if you need surgery and your surgeoun tells you to go to a Surgery Center (not a hospital) for your surgery “CALL” your medical health insurance company directly and “verify” that the surgery center PARTICPATES with your health insurance plan or you can get balanced billed after having surgery there because they might not particpate with your insurance plan so for an example the surgery center could charge $3000 for the use of the surgery center and your insurance would say for an example pay $1000 as reasonable & customary they call it because you went to an out of network non participating surgery center then you would owe $2000, so always call your insurance company to VERIFY that all your medical providers or places you have medical care (surgery) PARTICPATE with your insurance plan. Thank You & Good Luck, William Medway, Owner & Manager ABC Physical Therapy 
Exercises for Your Low Back Pain
Low back pain affects nearly every one at one time or another. Studies indicate that postural awareness and exercise are two of the most important things you can do to manage low back pain. By keeping proper posture and good mobility and strength in your low back, you can also help prevent low back pain from occurring.
Remember, if you have low back pain that lasts more that a few weeks or that limits your ability to function normally, visit your doctor, physical therapist, or health care provider.
Here are a few simple exercises to try:
1.Prone lying: Simply lie down on your stomach and rest. Stay in this position for 1-2 minutes and breathe slowly and deeply. After a few minutes in this position, move on to the next exercise.
2.Prone prop-ups: While on your stomach, prop yourself up onto your elbows. Stay in this position for 1-2 minutes and breathe slowly and deeply in this position. Once this position becomes comfortable, move onto the next exercise.
3.Press-ups: While lying on your stomach, put your hands flat on the floor under your shoulders, like you are going to start a push up. Press your shoulders up and let your hips and low back relax. Your hips should remain in contact with the floor as you press up. Hold the end position for 1-2 seconds and return fully to the starting position. Perform 10 repetitions.
4.Pelvic tilt: While lying on your back, roll your pelvis backwards and press your low back flat into the floor. You should feel your abdominal and buttock muscles tighten as your perform this. Hold the position for 1-2 seconds, and slowly relax back to the starting position. Perform 10 repetitions.
5.Postural correction: Remember that the most common cause of low back pain is poor sitting posture. It is very important to maintain proper sitting posture if you have low back pain. Use a small pillow or towel roll in the small of your back to help support your spine while sitting. Maintaining proper posture is also a great way to prevent low back pain in the future.
These exercises should be performed three to four times per day when you are experiencing acute low back pain. When your pain has subsided, perform the exercises once per day to help maintain a healthy spine and to help prevent future low back pain.
If you are feeling low back pain, a self-care plan to manage the pain and restore mobility is essential. By keeping your spine mobile and strong and by maintaining good posture, you may be able to quickly return to your normal activities and lifestyle.
Common Causes of Elbow Pain
People often seek out physical therapy due to elbow pain and stiffness.The way it is treated however, depends on the underlying cause of the discomfort. Some of the most common causes of elbow pain include the following:
Medial Epicondylitis or Golfer’s Elbow:You may know medial epicondylitis as “golfer’s elbow.” This disorder occurs when the muscles that bend the wrist down are overused, such as when swinging a golf club. The discomfort experienced by people with medial epicondylitis is located at the inner aspect of the elbow joint.
Lateral Epicondylitis or Tennis Elbow:Lateral epicondylitis is more common than the above mentioned medial epicondylitis and also is known as tennis elbow. Lateral epicondylitis is an overuse injury that occurs when the muscles that bend the wrist backward are stressed. This motion is used during the backhand swing of a tennis player, thus the name. With this condition however, elbow discomfort is located at the outer aspect of the elbow joint.
Olecranon BursitisThe olecranon bursa is a slippery sac between the skin and the bone at the tip of the elbow. The bursa allows the skin to move freely over the underlying bone. If this sac becomes irritated due to repetitive movement, it becomes swollen and painful. This condition is called olecranon bursitis. The discomfort experienced with this disorder is directly over the elbow joint.
Biceps TendonitisThe biceps are the large group of muscles in the front of the upper arm that help bend the elbow. If these muscles are used too frequently, the tendon that it is associated with becomes irritated and painful. This disorder is known as biceps tendonitis. The pain experienced with biceps tendonitis is located in the front of the elbow joint.
DislocationOne of the most serious injuries involving the elbow is an elbow dislocation. This disorder occurs when an outside force acts on the joint displacing the bones from their proper alignment. It is easily diagnosed with an xray. With a dislocated elbow, the pain experienced with be around the entire joint.
After determining the cause of elbow pain, physical therapy can begin. Elbow rehabilitation requires a combination of stretching and strengthening associated muscle groups to achieve a beneficial outcome.