Blog: Insight from the Health Center team
Experiencing Tight Muscles?
Are you experiencing muscle tension? Physical Therapist, Raymond Ednie, DPT, PT, shares his recommended stretches to ease muscle pain and improve mobility.
The Importance of Scheduling your Wellness Visit
At the Health Center at Hudson Yards, we approach wellness by focusing on increasing your health longevity, so you can function better over time. Read our answers to commonly asked questions regarding the importance of the annual wellness exam and cultivating a strong relationship with your medical provider.
For Women: Questions to Assess Your Health (Video)
Our gynecologist, Dr. Leigh Rosen, led a 30-minute webinar discussing the importance of annual exams, key questions to ask yourself as you prepare for an upcoming exam, and some of the latest health concerns for women as they age. Topics included HPV, menopause, breast exams, family planning, abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, and more. You can watch the webinar recording now.
Daylight Savings: Sleep Tips to Prepare for the Dark Days of Winter
By Lara Trevino, AGNP-C, MSN
While a one hour change does not seem like much, our bodies do require consistent routines. Our master circadian clock is hard wired to a period of 24 hours, synchronized to the light and dark cycle, and emerging evidence indicates that circadian misalignment can influence the development of heart disease, obesity and diabetes. As the debate continues on whether we should keep or eliminate daylight savings, here are some practical tips to prepare for the dark days of winter.
Fall Health: The Flu Shot and COVID-19 Boosters
Here we are again, entering another flu season with the COVID-19 virus – now with a more contagious variant – still present in our communities. Fortunately, we are in a better place this year with nearly 70% of New Yorkers in the process of being vaccinated against COVID-19, but now the question is “do I also need to get the flu shot?” Read on for answers.
Exercising to Meet Your Body’s Demands
By Shraddha Bhatia, PT, DPT, OCS
When lack of time, motivation, and overall interest is stopping you from exercise, how do you get started or maintain a healthy exercise routine? We asked our director of physical therapy, Shraddha Bhatia, PT, DPT, OCS and her response was ‘find an exercise supply that is adequate for your body’s demands’. Read on to learn more.
Healthy Lifestyle Habits that Improve Productivity
Attempts to compensate for a lack of productivity often lead to some unhealthy habits. Avoiding the following pitfalls and keeping these healthy tips in mind will help you quickly overcome these challenges so you can increase your productivity without sacrificing your health.
Why Does my Stomach Hurt?
Stomach aches are common, really common, which can make it difficult for a person to know when they should seek help for their abdominal pain or any of the many related symptoms (gas, cramps, constipation, nausea, severe pain, etc). We’re here to normalize gut health conversations, bring attention to irritable bowel syndrome, which impacts so many Americans, and help you stay informed about what is considered an unhealthy gut.
Understanding Your Thyroid
The thyroid serves a very important role in regulating our health, yet many have no idea what that role is nor the complications that can arise. Here we break down the basics to bring more understanding to this important gland and what you can do to maintain its health for your health.
Resiliency: Bouncing Back from the Effects of the Pandemic
Interview by James Lebret, MD
In this recorded interview, Dr. Deborah Marin discusses resiliency, post-traumatic growth, and how a little stress can be a good motivator. She also gives tips for how to orient yourself or a loved one towards resilience and when it is important to seek help from a behavioral specialist.