- Osteoporosis
- Arthritis
- NeurologyAbstract—The authors compared the efficacy of a self-applied modified Semont maneuver (MSM) with self-treatment with a modified Epley procedure (MEP) in 70 patients with posterior canal benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. The response rate after 1 week, defined as absence of positional vertigo and torsional/upbeating nystagmus on positional testing, was 95% in the MEP group (n = 37) vs 58% in the MSM group (n = 33; p = 0.001). Treatment failure was related to incorrect performance of the maneuver in the MSM group, whereas treatment-related side effects did not differ significantly between the groups. NEUROLOGY 2004;63:150–152 Download the PDF
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeYou’ve probably already heard about carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) and its effect on different occupations, like computer programmers and assembly line workers. Maybe you even know someone who has CTS or you yourself are suffering from it. But what exactly is CTS, and how do you keep from getting it? Download the PDF
- UltrasoundTMJ Treatments include Treatments such as ultrasound, ice/heat, e-stim, muscle stretching, massage, postural reeducation, manual therapy (joint mobilization) may be employed in the treatment plan to help with pain and dysfunction. Post operative TMJ patients benefit from physical therapy techniques to reduce pain, improve motion and function of the TMJ.
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- OrthopedicsIs a 1993 Physical Therapy graduate from Russell Sage College and 1986 Health Fitness/Athletic Training graduate from Springfield College. Laura has been employed at LaMarco Physical Therapy since 1993. She is a Certified Healing Touch Practitioner and specializes in manual therapy techniques, orthopedics, sports rehabilitation and exercise program development.
- WhiplashYour head and neck region is vulnerable to many different stresses. Bad posture can cause misalignment of your neck, head, and spine. Car accidents can cause whiplash. Age and wear and tear can cause arthritis. Even activities such as gum chewing and reading in bed can cause pain. How do we avoid these potential problems? And if we can’t avoid them, how can we recover as quickly as possible? Download PDF
- Sports Medicine“My feet are killing me!” is one of the most enduring phrases in the English language. Like most clichés, this one is grounded in day-to-day experience: the foot and ankle region is subject to constant stresses and hazards, from the effects of ill-fitting shoes to traumatic sports injuries. The results can be painful or worse. While our feet may not literally be “killing” us, foot and ankle problems can have a significant impact on our general health and well-being. Download the PDF
- Physical TherapyWhat makes us Special? At LaMarco Physical Therapy, we offer traditional hands-on physical techniques in conjunction with the most modern modalities and state-of-the-art equipment. Our therapists are highly skilled in manual techniques to mobilize spinal and extremity joints as well as soft tissue.
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- Manual TherapyHe has worked in the outpatient setting since 2001 gaining clinical knowledge and experience in manual therapy and orthopedic, sports, spine rehabilitation for the non-, pre-/post-operative and vestibular patients. James has had the privilege to work with a wide variety of patients ranging from children to elderly adults, and professional athletes to ‘weekend warriors.’ He has also been certified by the Titleist Professional Institute as a Certified Fitness Golf Instructor, CFGI, Certified Medical Golf Professional, MP2. James lives locally with his wife Kristin. He has owned and operated LaMarco Physical Therapy, PC since June 2007