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As Seen on WPIX11: Summer Heat & Back Pain

As dangerous heat sweeps the country, impacting 77 million people under direct heat alerts, Americans may experience worsening back pain for a myriad of surprising reasons this summer.  Dr. Christopher Good, discusses the surprising link between summer heat and back pain – including tips to reduce the likelihood of experiencing worsening back pain during this scorching season. Watch the Video on Youtube

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Unraveling the Surprising Link Between Summer Heat and Worsening Back Pain

As the sweltering summer heat blankets the nation, impacting millions of Americans under direct heat alerts, it’s not just the discomfort of the high temperatures that we need to be concerned about. Beyond the sunburns and heat exhaustion, this season brings with it an unexpected concern: worsening back pain. Although the exact relationship between hot…

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How To Have Your Friends Back & Help Them Get Pain Free

Who do you lean on when you’re in pain? For many, it’s family but there’s no question that friends are an enormous source of support when life gets hard, you injure yourself and are hurting too. In this episode, we have an extraordinary story of two friends who had each other’s back in a big…

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Golfing Without Pain

With nearly 25 million enthusiasts hitting the greens every year, golf is undoubtedly a beloved sport. However, as with any physical activity, it comes with its fair share of potential pains and injuries. Join us in this episode as we sit down with the renowned “Golf Doctor” himself, Pain Specialist Dr. Thomas Nguyen. Not only does…

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As Featured on CBN: Back Injuries, Pickleball Injuries, and How to Prevent Them

 Lorie Johnson: Trying a new sport can be intimidating, especially if you’ve been on the bench for a while. Pickleball can be easy, fun, very healthy, regardless of age. And joining me now is spine surgeon Dr. Colin Haines with the VSI, and I should point out, an avid pickleball player. Dr. Haines, thanks…

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As Seen on ABC 7: Dr. Nguyen’s Tips to Avoid Golf Pain

The sun is shining, temperatures are rising, and for many, it’s time to hit the golf course. Golf is a beloved sport, with nearly 25 million people participating every year. However, during this time of the summer, it often leads to pain and injuries. So, how can you ensure you stay in the game? Dubbed…

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Fitness Tips For Fathers

There are tons of resources for new moms to get in shape after baby, but what about new Dads? New Dad and expert physical therapist VSI Physical Therapist says Dads need support, too – and they’re not getting it. Three months into parenthood, he’s developed a new workout routine around his newborn and parented through…