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The Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniDiscussing Playing Golf with Back Problems with Dr. Nguyen (Virginia Spine Institute)In today's podcast episode, we have a very special guest. His name is Dr. Thomas Nguyen, Virginia Spine Institute. He has been with the Virginia Spine Institute for about 18 years and specializes in pain management and non-surgical treatment options. He has been featured on ABC news and other news channels talking about golf injuries.
In this Episode, we discuss golfing and its impact on the spine as well as common golfing injuries seen in people aged 50+
If you are 50+ and enjoy golfing but back problems hold you back from enjoying this sport to the fullest or are a concer...2023-09-2910 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniWelcome Dr. Pamela Shields, PT, Dip.MDT, OCS to Health WatchersIn this Episode, We are welcoming Dr. Pamela Shields, PT, Dip.MDT, OCS to our practice at Health Watchers. Pam brings in several years of clinical experience plus extensive training to our practice.
We talk about her experience as a physical therapist over the years in healthcare plus her experience of seeing Yoga Injuries in people with Back problems.
If you are a Back pain and sciatica sufferer who is trying to return to Yoga to maintain an active life, then this Episode is a must listen for you.
Request an Appointment with Dr. Pamela Shields: https://www.healthwatcherspt.com/inqui...2023-08-2815 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniHow She Resolved Her Disk Extrusion and Returned to Yoga Pain-freeIf you are someone who has chronic back issues, have tried several other treatments and are frustrated with your recovery but secretly would like to return to Yoga, Pilates etc and enjoy quality time with your kids like sitting on the soccer field bleachers pain-free then this episode is a MUST listen for you.
In this Episode, we have a special guest Min Hyun who has been on a Back problem recovery journey with us and has successfully resolved her extruded disk, gotten pain-free, returned to Yoga and attends soccer games sitting on the bleachers pain-free. She travels for...2023-08-2115 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniDiscussing Regenerative medicine with Dr. Bharara (Virginia Spine Institute)In today's podcast episode, we have a very special guest. His name is Dr. Niteesh Bharara, Director of Regenerative Medicine at Virginia Spine Institute. He has been named the Face of Regenerative Medicine and has been with the spine institute for 10 years.
He explains all about PRP, plasma therapy and stem cell therapy and who might be the best candidate for that.
If you have been suffering from spine and joint problems and are looking for other treatment options, then this Episode is for you!
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Insta...2023-07-2715 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniActive Beyond Fifty HighlightsIn todays podcast episode, we discuss some Q & A's around the book - Active Beyond Fifty: share some highlights and reviews that we have received about the book from our audience and share some backstories.
Who is this book for?
If you are 50+ or are heading towards that age and are struggling to stay active, mobile, and independent with spine and joint problems, then Dr. Taruna Rijhwani, PT was written this book for you.
Most people as they enter their fifties and beyond struggle with spine and joint...2023-05-1110 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniIntroducing Our New Book - ”Active Beyond Fifty”If You are someone who is fifty plus and is struggling to stay active, avoid injections and unnecessary surgery from spine & joint problems then our book is written for you- Active Beyond Fifty.
This Book is a complete guide of a workbook that will help understand the Root Cause of your problems so you can make decisions from an informed place and also incorporate lifestyle changes that will help make sure you maintain your mobility, independence and active life.
Order Your Book Copy Here With Us: https://keap.app/checkout/olv060/book...2023-04-1809 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniHow He Managed His Back and Pinched Nerve ProblemsMeet Gary, a 75 year old from Herndon, VA. In this week's episode he discusses his journey and experience of managing his back and pinched nerve issues. How it impacted his basic activities like walking at the start and how he is so much more active now than he was before.
He also talks about other treatment options he tried and what did not work for him during the process.
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Meet Gary, 75 years old from Hern...2023-03-2206 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniHow She Got Over her Chronic SI and Low Back problemsIn this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist Taruna Rijhwani interviews her patient Gheed who shares her story of her long standing back and SI joint problems and different treatments she tried in her recovery journey; how pain creeps into other areas of your life and how she now feels being on the other side of her problem.
You will also learn how using our approach can help you if you are in a similar situation like hers and some easy ways to test if this approach is a good fit for you as Gheed mentions in this episode.
So f...2022-11-1414 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniHow She Managed her Chronic Shoulder & Neck problemsIn this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist Taruna Rijhwani interviews her patient Vannessa Camacho who shares her story of her long standing neck and shoulder problems and how she has managed to get pain-free despite of several years of being in pain.
We also get to how her shoulder problem was originally emanating from her neck or cervical spine and her journey experience. So feel free to share with a friend who may be suffering through similar issues!
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2022-09-2608 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniErgo Chairs & Stand Desks - Do they help with Spine Problems?Have you ever wondered or considered buying a fancy Ergonomic chair in the hope that it will resolve your Back/Neck issues?
Well, if you have (like most people) then this Episode is a must listen for you.
In this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist answers these burning Q's for you:
Role of Ergonomic Chairs in Spinal Health?
Is a Stand Desk better than a Sitting Desk?
Ideal Situation & Some Other Tips
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2022-01-2711 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniWill Epidural Reverse My Back Problem?Are you considering getting an Epidural or Steroid Shot for your Back Pain and Sciatica? Wondering if getting an Epidural will solve your problem and/or what the side-effects could be?
In this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist Taruna Rijhwani breaks down the Role of Epidural Injections for Spinal Problems. Over the years of helping thousands of patients avoid Epidural injections or help them to full recovery post one, she breaks down when it is necessary to get one & when can you avoid one? Potential side-effects & long term implications & so much more...So Listen in & Enjoy!
Sign Up fo...2021-12-0510 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniIs Yoga Helping Your Back Pain?Have You Tried Returning to Yoga with Your Back Problem flaring up each time? If Yes, then this Episode is a must listen. In this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist Taruna Rijhwani Breaks down this extremely common question that comes up in her practice a lot.
It is extremely common for Back Pain to flare up with a Yoga Class if:
You try to return to the Full Class too soon
You are doing the same movements that caused pain in the first place at your Yoga class
You are not following your Yoga moves with the Ri...2021-11-2410 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniIs Running ”Bad” For My Knees?Are you a Runner or someone who enjoys long walks but unsure if it is helpful or harmful for your knees?
Well, In this Week's Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist Taruna Rijhwani breaks down this question for you so it makes sense for your situation & you can decode the answer yourself. Breaking down the Myths associated with Running & Aging & so much more.
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2021-11-0511 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniDiscussing Spinal Health with Dr. Akhil Chhatre, M.D.Are you someone with long standing Back Problems confused with overwhelming information on the Internet? Unsure about how your health would like 5, heck 10 years from now given your long standing Back problems? And you never get REAL answers from your providers in your very short doctor appointments?
Well, I got you. In this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist Taruna Rijhwani discusses many things about Spinal Health with Dr. Akhil Chhatre, M.D. from John Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Hopkins is a Physiatrist (aka Doctor of Function) and specializes in helping people with spine & joint related problems through non-surgical procedures.
In...2021-10-1615 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniTips on Eating Healthier During the Holidays - With Alana Sugar CNDo you often struggle with Weight Gain & Emotional Eating during the Holidays? If Yes, This Episode is a must listen for you.
In this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist Taruna Rijhwani interviews Registered Nutritionist Alana Sugar (From Northern Virginia, USA) & has some very valuable & actionable tips on Eating Healthy During the Holidays & also amid the pandemic. We discuss how to read nutrition labels & also how making small changes in your eating habits can make a bigger impact on your weight gain & how you feel.
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Request an Appointment: Link Here2021-10-0336 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniTop 3 Mistakes that People with Back Problems Make that Prevent their Return to an Active LifeAre you someone struggling to return to Running/Golf/Playing Sports/Yoga or Pilates because you're afraid that it will make your Back Problem worse or do not have the right steps to make it happen?
Well, you're in the right place. In this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist Taruna Rijhwani discusses the Top 3 Commonly made Mistakes by people with Back Problems that stops them from preventing their return to an Active Life (& how to fix them).
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Request an Appo...2021-09-0414 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniDo I Need an MRI for My Back Pain?Have you been asked to get an MRI or want to get one for your Back Pain or Sciatica Problem?
MRI's are always a hot topic in people with Back Problems & this question comes up a lot. In This Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Fellow of American Association of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT) breaks down the Role of MRI in Spine Problems & When it would be wise to get one?
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2021-08-0416 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniWhat's Causing the Morning Stiffness?Have you been suffering from morning stiffness in your back, neck or knees? Well, this Episode is for you.
In this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist breaks down morning stiffness for you - Why it happens & What can u do to help minimize it?
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Request an Appointment: Link Here2021-06-2710 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniMental Health Benefits of ExerciseBeen in a Slump about returning to an active lifestyle? This Podcast Episode is For You.
In this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Board Certified Specialist Taruna Rijhwani breaks down the mental health benefits of adopting an active lifestyle. The Role it plays is minimizing stress & helps your mood.
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Weekly Newsletters: Link Here2021-06-1216 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniRole of Sleep in Back ProblemsHave you struggled to get a goodnight's sleep due to Back pain or Sciatica? Have you bought yourself a new mattress in lieu of improving your sleep quality only to get disappointed?
In this Week's Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist Taruna Rijhwani breaks down all things sleep in relation to Back Problems. Sleep is a crucial part of your healing process & she discusses how you can improve it when suffering from back problems.
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Join the Weekly Newsletter: Link Here2021-05-2213 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna Rijhwani5 Things Every New Mom or Mom to Be Should KnowIn the Light of Mother's Day Week, This Episode is Dedicated to All my Mom-to-Be's and New Mama's. In this week's Episode, I am breaking down all things postpartum & putting some highlights on the Fourth Trimester - Something rarely talked about or discussed at length.
Quiz: Which of these Mistakes are U Making During Pregnancy & Which F.R.I.E.N.D.S Character Are U?
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Instagram: @health_watchers2021-05-0314 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniIs Core Strengthening The SOLUTION To Your Back Problems?Have you been advised to "strengthen your core" for your Back Problems or Sciatica? While this may be sound advice in general, it is certainly not the most effective way of managing your Back issues.
In this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist Taruna Rijhwani breaks down the rather controversial advice of strengthening your core for your back problems. She discusses the research & data in regards to this topic & explains WHY core strengthening may not be the SOLUTION to your Back pain & the reason behind this age old advice.
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Instag...2021-04-0212 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna Rijhwani5 reasons why WFH is Causing Increased Neck & Shoulder Problems?With the transition to WFH & lockdown in this pandemic, we have been seeing more & more age groups developing cervical spine, shoulder & thoracic spine issues. These issues have been limiting people from living an active lifestyle & in some cases needing injections and surgery.
In this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Mckenzie Method Specialist Taruna Rijhwani breaks down her top 5 Reasons Why this pandemic situation is contributing to these problems & some practical tips to help you manage these.
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Instagram: @health_watchers2021-03-2216 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniBusting some MYTHS about Back PainHave you been stuck with some advise for Back Pain that did not really work for you? If yes, you wouldn’t want to miss this week’s episode.
In this Episode, Licensed Physical Therapist & Board Certified Specialist Taruna Rijhwani busts the top 3 most commonly seen myths about Back Pain in her practice. She explains WHY that advise may not always help & breakdowns some recent research in that area.
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Instagram: @health_watchers2021-03-1217 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniHave You Been Advised to Lose Weight for your Spinal Problems?A lot of patients we work with often struggle with trying to lose weight as one of the resolves for their Back Problems. Losing weight although important can be challenging for those in pain or who have limited mobility and can thereby lead to frustration and anxiety.
In this Episode, Board Certified Physical Therapist Taruna Rijhwani breaks down how she helps her patients separate the two issues - Weight loss & Back problems; deal with them individually thereby setting them up on a path to success. She also breaks down some of the commonly associated myths around weight loss & looking at an...2021-02-2710 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniCan I Return to Running after Having a Back Problem?Have you been afraid to get back to Running or playing a sport of your choice post having a back problem?
Have u been advised that Running may potentially make your disk problem worse? Then you won’t want to miss this weeks podcast.
In this episode, Orthopedic board certified specialist & Licensed Physical Therapist Taruna Rijhwani breaks down the criteria used to determine her patients return to running & how she approaches those scenarios in her clinic.
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2021-02-2111 minThe Healthy Back With Taruna RijhwaniEP 1: How I Managed Back Problems During Pregnancy & PostpartumOur first episode talks about tips on managing back problems during pregnancy & postpartum phase.
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