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5 Everyday Habits That Are Making Your Joint Pain Worse

Are your daily routines secretly harming your joints? Discover five common habits that worsen joint pain and how the expert team at Doctors United can help you find lasting relief.

Sep 8th, 2026

When to Seek Counseling for Your Low or Anxious Moods

Persistent worry or sadness can quietly take over your life. Learn the key signs that indicate it is time to seek professional counseling and how our multi-specialty team can support your emotional well-being.

Aug 12th, 2026

5 Signs You're at Risk for a Stroke (and What to Do About Them)

Don’t expect warning signs ahead of stroke. Often, the first symptom you have is the stroke itself. Instead, you must know the risk factors that raise your chances so you can take preventive steps. Here are five signs you’re at risk for a stroke.

Jul 15th, 2026

How to Find Lasting Shin Splint Relief

Shin splints are a painful interruption to daily living and workouts. Often caused by repetitive strain, effective treatment and a plan for future prevention can help you avoid the discomfort and downtime. 

Jun 9th, 2026

Can a Fall Cause Chronic Shoulder Pain Later?

Even a simple fall can lead to late-emerging and lasting shoulder pain. Even if you don’t feel discomfort at the time, symptoms may be delayed. Here’s what you need to know about your shoulder injury and how to recover.

May 6th, 2026

Gardening Without the Groans: A Guide to Protecting Your Back This Spring

Consistently, year-after-year, gardening injuries are highest in the spring. Your back tends to get a rough ride when you’ve had the winter off from typical green thumb activities. It’s important to ease back into the season.

Apr 1st, 2026

Spring into Action: 7 Tips for Preparing Your Body for Outdoor Activities

Even if you didn’t spend the winter in hibernation, chances are your activity level will ramp up in the spring. We’ve prepared a list of tips to get your body ready for outdoor activities, whether it’s sports or spring clean-up around your yard.

Mar 12th, 2026

Plagued by Shoulder Pain? 5 Signs It Could Be Your Rotator Cuff

Rotator cuff pain may be constant and dull, sudden and sharp, or a combination of both. Your rotator cuff is an important stabilizer of the shoulder joint, so keep reading to learn about five signs that your shoulder pain may be a rotator cuff issue.

Feb 12th, 2026

Most Chronic Pain Conditions Improve with Moderate Weight Loss: Here's Why

Chronic pain has many causes and is a complex problem to treat, given the nature of the nervous system. Despite this, there is one treatment that proves effective for most chronic pain conditions: moderate weight loss.

Jan 9th, 2026

9 Reasons to Seek Expert Evaluation for Persistent Muscle Spasms

Muscle spasms are common, and nearly everyone will have them at some point in their lives. In most cases, they’re minor and not a cause for concern. When they become constant or persistent, there may be times when you need expert evaluation.

Dec 10th, 2025

Understanding Your Prediabetes Diagnosis

Prediabetes is the warning stage for type 2 diabetes, when you can still reverse the condition and avoid the damage that diabetes can cause throughout your body. November is National Diabetes Month, so learn more about prediabetes.

Nov 13th, 2025

Looking for Relief From Disc-Related Pain? 5 Helpful Benefits of Physical Therapy

Pain from spinal disc disorders can be difficult to treat because of the complexities of the nervous system in and around the spinal cord. Physical therapy is an excellent addition to pain management programs for pain related to spinal disc pain.

Oct 15th, 2025

5 Ways to Avoid Tech Neck

For all the amazing things that contemporary digital devices can do, going easy on your body isn’t a strong suit. The biggest ergonomic challenge posed by laptops, smartphones, and tablets is a pain condition called tech neck.

Sep 25th, 2025

Are High Heels Bad for My Feet?

Perhaps the biggest challenge in wearing heels comes from the slope that’s forced upon your feet. The bulk of your weight rests on the ball and toes of your feet. This is bad not only for structures in your feet, but your whole body may also suffer.

Aug 12th, 2025

Yes, Good Posture Is That Important

Balanced posture may be one of the simplest ways to minimize aches and pains while aiding your overall wellness. Yes, good posture is that important. Let’s look at the effects posture can have on your body.

Jul 9th, 2025

Managing Your Slipped Disc Pain at Work

Pain from a slipped disc can cause symptoms that make it difficult to focus on your job. You’ll need several strategies to manage slipped disc pain at work. Fortunately, we know which strategies you’ll need.

Jun 2nd, 2025

Can Physical Therapy Treat My Sciatica?

Physical therapy is both a treatment and a preventive strategy for back pain, including sciatica, which is a collection of symptoms that develop from nerve compression or irritation in the lower back.

May 7th, 2025

 How Chiropractic Adjustments Can Remedy Migraine

Problem headaches like migraine often respond well to chiropractic adjustments, reducing the frequency and severity of episodes. It’s thought that chiropractic care provides these improvements through better blood flow and nerve activity. 

Apr 1st, 2025

Bad Habits That May Be Contributing to Your Knee Pain

When knee pain starts, the impact on your life could be substantial. You likely have lifestyle factors that contribute to knee problems, so it’s no surprise that trading bad habits for good can help you with knee pain relief.

Mar 5th, 2025

When Is an Epidural the Right Choice for Your Chronic Back Pain?

Chronic pain originating in the spine most often affects the lower back and the neck. When other treatments fail, epidural injections may provide the pain relief that’s otherwise hard to find.

Feb 11th, 2025

SATURDAY'S

For those who work all week, please note that ALL our offices are open on Saturday from 10:00 - 2:00.

Apr 25th, 2024

The Importance of Having a Primary Care Doctor

Primary care providers manage day-to-day health needs. A long-term relationship with a PCP keeps you healthier and lowers medical costs. A PCP can teach you ways to stay healthy, treat you when you’re sick and help you get more advanced care when you need

Oct 5th, 2021

Simple Stretches to Improve Flexibility for Your Golf Swing

Playing golf is a great way to enjoy low-impact exercise. It’s a competitive, social sport that involves frequent walking around a course. However, the repetitive motion of swinging your club can cause pain and injury...

Oct 5th, 2021

Why Do Your Feet and Ankles Swell?

Having swollen feet and ankles is a common problem, especially at this time of year when temperatures are climbing. The swelling is caused by an accumulation of fluid: you might hear your podiatrist refer to this problem by its medical name, oedema...

Aug 31st, 2021

6 Exercises to Boost Your Heart Health

It’s probably not news to you that staying physically active is an important part of a heart-healthy lifestyle. The heart is a muscle, and regular exercise is essential to keeping it strong...

Aug 29th, 2021

The Different Types of Bone Fractures

Your bones are made to be hard and stable. They comprise the framework of the body, providing a foundation for every structure and system. Bones also make movement possible, and they are flexible to a very small extent...

Jul 30th, 2021

Common Physical Therapy Questions Answered

Physical therapy is an important component of every recovery and rehabilitation plan after a surgery or injury. Most people have heard of physical therapy but don’t really understand what it is and why it’s so important...

Jul 15th, 2021

How to Deal with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) at Work

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition that occurs when the median nerve—which passes through the narrow passageway on the palm side of your hand, known as the carpal tunnel—gets compressed...

Jul 15th, 2021

How to Stay Physically Fit at Home

One of the most difficult parts about exercise can be finding the time to do it. As more and more people around the country practice social distancing to mitigate the spread of Covid-19 and find themselves confined to their home...

Apr 22nd, 2021

Types & Early Signs of Arthritis

Arthritis is a common condition where joints become stiff and painful, affecting people more often as they grow older. Yet half of the adults with arthritis in the US are diagnosed under the age of 65. Painful, stiff, swollen joints can make moving...

Apr 22nd, 2021

How to Relieve Back Pain Without Surgery

Relieve back pain without surgery If you suffer from back pain, you are definitely not alone. An estimated 80% of all Americans will endure a back pain episode at some point in their lives and approximately 8% suffer from chronic, unresolved spine pain...

Apr 8th, 2021

Can Physical Therapy Help with My Hip Arthritis?

Since its inception in the early 19th century, physical therapy has helped millions of people—of all ages, with various health conditions and injuries—restore their function and live normal lives. In particular, physical therapy...

Mar 2nd, 2021

What is Orthopedic Physical Therapy?

Successful recovery is a vital part of every treatment process, whether it’s for treating an injury or recovery and rehabilitation after surgery. But recovering involves more than just resting and taking medication – you also need physical therapy...

Mar 2nd, 2021

Signs It’s Time to See a Cardiologist

Your heart is one hard-working muscle, beating more than 100,000 times a day. It’s important to take preventive care of this crucial organ. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and worldwide...

Jan 30th, 2021

When Should You Visit a Physiatrist

A physiatrist is a medical doctor that works to improve your quality of life by increasing the physical function of your body. This medical specialty is also known as a physical medicine and rehabilitation doctor...

Jan 30th, 2021

Athlete’s Foot: Types, Prevention, Symptoms & Treatment

A common type of fungal infection is known as athlete’s foot. This contagious fungus lives and thrives in warm and moist environments, consisting of public pools, shower room floors, and surrounding areas...

Jan 9th, 2021

5 Benefits of Custom Orthotics for Foot Pain

An orthotic (orthoses) is a device that can be placed directly into shoes to correct any dysfunction in the feet and ankles. Foot orthotics can help reduce foot pain caused by medical conditions such as arthritis...

Jan 9th, 2021

The Ugly Long-Term Effects of Ankle Sprains

Ankle sprains are among the most common of diagnoses seen by physical therapists. Most of us have regrettably experienced this painful injury through playing sports that require jumping, quick movements, and frequent changes in direction...

Dec 5th, 2020

Differences Between Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow

ou don’t have to be Roger Federer or Tiger Woods to have it. Even if you’ve never played a set of tennis or a round of golf, you can still suffer from Tennis Elbow or Golfer’s Elbow...

Dec 5th, 2020

Top Warning Signs of Diabetic Nerve Pain

If you’re living with diabetes and have experienced a tingling, burning sensation in your hands or feet, you may be suffering from diabetic nerve pain. Diabetic nerve pain or “damaged nerves” are a result of an injury or disease...

Nov 3rd, 2020

Tips for Preventing Achilles Tendonitis

re you experiencing painful symptoms in your heel or lower calf, centered around your Achilles tendon? Achilles tendonitis is a common issue that can severely compromise your activity. At Doctors United...

Oct 12th, 2020

How to Prevent Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, which is the tendon that runs from your heels to the toes. The plantar fascia is responsible for the maintenance of the arch of the feet and absorbs shock as one walks, runs or stands...

Sep 7th, 2020

How to Prevent Plantar Fasciitis from Coming Back or Switching Feet

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot pain, especially among athletes, older adults, and people who spend a lot of time on their feet. If you’re very overweight or if you have a certain type of foot shape or walking style...

Sep 7th, 2020

Doctors United adding Mental Health Services with Dr. Gregory Mack

At the 907 E Tremont Ave location, Doctors United is pleased to announce that it's adding Gregory Mack, PSY to its team of primary care providers. With our patients increasingly looking for mental health services and...

Aug 9th, 2020

How to Stay Safe as Things Open Up During the Pandemic

As stay-at-home orders lift in some areas, and businesses and community centers begin to open their doors again, you may be eager to head out. But the lifting of restrictions doesn't provide a free pass...

Jun 28th, 2020

What Older Adults Should Know About COVID-19

The situation around the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is changing rapidly, and we’re taking proactive steps to share the best information we have to protect the public’s health, especially among older adults...

May 27th, 2020

How to Clean and Disinfect Your Home Against COVID-19

With the current outbreak of COVID-19, frequently cleaning and disinfecting your home is essential for keeping yourself and your family safe and healthy. While person-to-person transmission of COVID-19 poses a much greater risk than transmission...

May 24th, 2020

5 Tips for Handling Coronavirus Anxiety

As the events surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak unfold, it’s understandable that you might begin to feel increasing stress. Information is rapidly changing and can be confusing, overwhelming and even scary...

May 3rd, 2020

Now Offering Telemedicine & Virtual Appointments Through COVID-19

Doctors United will now start offering telemedicine services and virtual appointments to continue providing access to physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic. Doctors United's physician will be available for virtual appointments...

Apr 11th, 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQ

What is the 2019 coronavirus pandemic? The 2019 coronavirus, abbreviated as COVID-19, is a new disease, caused by a novel coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans. Most cases of COVID-19 are mild,...

Mar 18th, 2020

Signs You Should See a Cardiologist

Most people have heard that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. But, how can you determine your risk? And, when is the right time to see a cardiologist?...

Mar 13th, 2020

Wait Times for Medicaid Patients Shows the Value of Primary Care Providers

ens of millions of adults have enrolled in Medicaid since the health law passed, and that has caused concern over whether there would be enough primary care providers to meet the demand...

Feb 2nd, 2020

2020 Insurances Accepted by Doctors United

In 2020, we will be working with the same list of insurances that we accepted in 2019. Please see our list and contact us if you don’t see your insurance or coverage option listed...

Jan 5th, 2020

Get Your Flu Shot for the Upcoming Season

Our clinic are now offering flu shots in the Bronx and Westchester for patients, and the sooner a person gets the shot, the better. A shot does not provide instant protection from illness and that’s why you should get it sooner rather than waiting...

Nov 3rd, 2019

Acupuncture Services Now Offered in Our Yonkers Office

Doctors United is pleased to announce that it's added Acupuncture services to its Yonkers office. We've noticed that the combination of Chiropractic care and Acupuncture has drastically improved the quality of life of patients...

Aug 19th, 2019

2019 Insurances Accepted by Doctors United

In 2019, we wanted to provide potential patients with a list of insurances we accept. Please see our list and contact us if you don't see your insurance or coverage option listed. Aetna Health Plans Affinity Health Plans...

Feb 26th, 2019

HMO vs. PPO: What’s the Difference?

If insurance enrollment is on the horizon at your office, you may be wondering exactly which type is best. When comparing HMO vs PPO, and understanding the difference between HMO and PPO, it's important to understand what each plan is...

Oct 18th, 2018

Get Your 2018 Flu Shot Now

Getting a flu shot this season should be high on everyone’s priority list before influenza takes its grip on all age groups. Last year was a very mean flu season, and there are indications this flu season will be as mean...

Oct 14th, 2018

What is the Difference Between Physical Therapy and Physiatry

Physiatrists and physical therapists treat patients with the same types of conditions. However, physiatrists are physicians who have completed medical school plus four years of residency training...

Oct 14th, 2018

Doctors United opening new office in the Bronx.

Doctors United Inc. is pleased to announce the opening of a new medical practice office in the Bronx. Opening today is a an office located at 741 East 233rd St, Bronx, NY 10466. Our new office provides the same comprehensive, high-quality...

Jul 23rd, 2018

Why Physical Therapy Is Important After Surgery

Each year in the United States, tens of millions of surgeries are performed. According to Stanford Health Care, there were approximately 48 million surgeries performed in 2009 alone...

Jul 16th, 2018

Doctors United has earned national recognition for Patient-Centered Care

WASHINGTON, DC - The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) today announced that DOCTORS UNITED of the Bronx has received NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition for using evidence-based,...

Oct 2nd, 2017

Mohsen Zargar Discusses Exercises and Pain

Exercise and Pain: How a Physiatrist Can HelpExercise is a foundation for optimal health and well-being. Our bodies are designed for movement, and being active brings benefits such as weight management, injury reduction, increased energy,...

Jun 5th, 2017

Essential Medical Tests for Middle-Aged Americans

Dr. Zargar asks: Is Middle Aged Stopping You From Doing What You Want? For most Americans, middle age is the prime of your life. However, certain health conditions can take years off your life...

Oct 3rd, 2016

Mohsen Zargar Discusses Technological Advances in Podiatry

Podiatry is the treatment of disease in the foot and ankle. When you think about how much walking you’ve done over the years, it probably comes as no surprise that your feet undergo considerable wear and tear throughout your lifetime...

Apr 29th, 2016

How a Physiatrist Can Help You

Exercise is a foundation for optimal health and well-being. Our bodies are designed for movement and being active brings benefits such as weight management, injury reduction, increased energy, disease resistance and improved sleep. But what if you can't...

Mar 1st, 2016

Essential Medical Tests for Middle-Age Americans

For most Americans, middle age is the prime of your life. However, certain health conditions can take years off your life. While people with a family illness or known condition may need to be screened at any earlier age than others,...

Feb 15th, 2016

How Can a Physical Therapist Help You?

If you're experiencing pain when you walk or carry out everyday tasks, or if you have an illness that reduces your range of motion, it may be time to see a physical therapist. A physical therapist can often help you to move...

Jan 19th, 2016

Can Dry Feet Be a Sign of Health Problems?

Can Dry Feet Be a Sign of Health Problems? Did you know that your feet can speak volumes about your health? Dry skin, corns, bunions, calluses and blisters don't just prevent us from wearing sandals confidently...

Oct 15th, 2015

Mohsen Zargar introduces Dr. Mark Peralta, Board Certified Internist

Mohsen Zargar of DOCTORS UNITED is very pleased to welcome Dr. Mark F. Peralta, Board Certified Internist to our Yonkers location on South Broadway. Dr. Peralta has worked in several hospitals, namely New York Presbyterian,...

Feb 19th, 2015