The Bronx physical therapists at Pelham Physical Medicine, Inc. are now providing the latest treatments and training for fall reduction and recovery

Bronx, NY -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/06/2015 -- The Bronx physical therapists at Pelham Physical Medicine, Inc. are now offering the latest developments and technology for balance training, dizziness therapy and rehabilitation services. Records show that, although 70% of patients reporting vertigo and dizziness symptoms are ultimately seen by primary care physicians, only half of those are correctly diagnosed. That means that millions of Americans have experienced dizziness or balance problems without having been provided the proper treatment. This, in concert with the 20%-40% of adults over 65 who experience a fall at home each year, has created an epidemic of improperly diagnosed disorders that result in danger and critical injuries that can be avoided. This is particularly notable for the elderly, who are admitted to nursing homes primarily due to the fear of and result of falls at home, with more than 50% of accidental deaths in the elderly caused by falls.

The common symptoms of balance disorders are well-known. Patients report dizziness and vertigo, a general, pervasive feeling of imbalance and unsteadiness, certain behaviors effected by visual motor disturbances, recurrent nausea and, ultimately, physical injury. In 2002, Congress introduced The Elderly Fall Prevention Act, noting that 'falls are the leading cause of injury deaths among people over 65 and that 25% of elderly persons who sustain a hip fracture die within one year.' In addition, OSHA has stated that prevention of workplace falls will become an increasingly important concern for them. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the American Geriatrics Society and the British Geriatrics Society have all made statements that recommend patients over the age of 55 should be screened annually for balance problems, in order to reduce the risk of falling.

This information reflects the position of the professionals at Pelham, who believe balance problems and falls are a major concern for many and should be attended to with careful treatment and leading-edge therapies and technology. Pelham provides vertigo screenings and therapies for routine balance problems and dizziness in New York to anyone who has already has a history of falling, those 55 years of age or older, anyone consistently feeling symptoms of dizziness, vertigo, nausea or imbalance, those with a fear of falling, and those over 50 years old who are experiencing disorientation or trouble focusing with new eye glasses, especially bifocals. Also, deteriorating hearing or previously undiagnosed hearing loss may indicate deeper balance issues and should be addressed with a consultation by the professionals at Pelham Physical Medicine, Inc. To learn more about the new testing and treatment methods available for preventing falls, visit Pelham Physical Medicine, Inc. online at www.PelhamRehab.com.

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Pelham Physical Medicine Inc. conducts Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Velocity testing

Bronx, NY -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/21/2014 -- Pelham Physical Medicine Inc. of Bronx, New York offers, in addition to their full selection of physical therapy, sports medicine and acupuncture services, assays for Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV). The EMG and NCV tests are part of a regimen conducted to determine the health of a person's muscles and the nerve pathways that control the musculature. These tests, along with other surveys, help the physical therapist and doctor properly diagnose a patient and provide specific guidelines for treatment and recovery.

To conduct the EMG, the health care professional begins by inserting a hairline needle, which is tipped with an electrode, into the muscle. The electrode-equipped shaft reads the electrical activity as a signal given off by the muscles. This electrical activity is read on a monitor and is audible as well. Once the electrode is in place, the patient can contract the muscle by bending the arm or leg. This activity causes the signals and provides information about each muscle's health, responsiveness and impulse speed.

The NCV test often accompanies the EMG test and the results are used in tandem to measure the health and responsiveness of the nerves and muscles which indicate what treatment is the most appropriate for each patient. For the NCV test, no special preparations are required to ensure proper results, though it's recommended to avoid skin creams and lotions, and to get the body to a normal, room temperature in case of extremely cold weather. Be sure to inform the testing agent if taking any blood thinners or coagulants. Many patients report some discomfort or mild pain during application of the needles, and some muscle soreness may persist after the test is done.

These tests are most often recommended when the patient reports weakness in the muscles or limbs, and a cursory examination proves reduced muscle strength. These examinations can determine the difference between muscle weakness caused by injury and weakness caused by neurological disorders. Normal results show little to no electrical activity in muscles at rest. During muscle contraction electrical activity creates a pattern that indicates whether the muscle is responding normally.

To learn more about EMG and NCV testing, visit Pelham Physical Medicine Inc. online at http://www.pelhamrehab.com.

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New York physical medicine practice provides assay for patients undertaking personalized exercise and diet programs

Bronx, NY -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/10/2014 -- Pelham Physical Medicine Inc. provides full Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) tests for patients undergoing a new personalized dietary program, or who are entering a new physical therapy or exercise regimen. Bioelectrical Impedance Testing measures a spectrum of weight and fat-to-muscle factors in a person's body, including body fat, lean body mass, fat weight, basal metabolic rate, body mass index, phase angle and hydration status, which is broken down into intra-cellular vs. extra-cellular water content. This information paints a detailed picture of each patient's body composition and is a powerful tool used in the development of personalized diet and exercise programs. The amount of information collected from the assay offers tremendous insight into a subject's true internal health status. Follow-up tests can prove invaluable, as they provide an ongoing picture of anabolic (building) or catabolic (break down) trends in the body's systems and how they preform over time.

Pelham uses BIA testing to help develop wellness guidelines for clients looking to get a big picture perspective on body composition prior to entering a dietary, physical therapy or workout program. Body composition determines to a great extent how balanced the body is internally in relation to fat content and cellular health. As such, these measurements are directly related to the evaluation of a person's overall health. Altered body composition, or an excess of fat in the body, is an indicator of a less healthy body and a possibly shorter lifespan. With this information in hand the staff at Pelham Physical Medicine can guide patients to a healthier body with an evidence-based wellness program.

About Pelham Physical Medicine
Pelham Physical Medicine uses state of the art testing, diagnostic, supplemental and pharmaceutical approaches to achieving wellness goals for their patients, whether they are undergoing physical therapy, weight-loss, pain treatment, lymphedema treatment or knee and hip therapy. A thorough BIA test is just one way the professionals at Pelham take their patients' overall health into consideration when prescribing the optimal approach to their total health. To learn more about the techniques and technology available at Pelham Physical Medicine, Inc. visit them online at www.pelhamrehab.com.

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