Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems are often thought of as a dental issue. Many athletes are told that their jaw pain, clicking, or stiffness can be solved solely with a mouthpiece or by adjusting their bite. While dental care is sometimes necessary, TMJ disorders are rarely just a jaw problem, especially Read more…
Headaches are extremely common among desk workers. Many people assume headaches come from eye fatigue, stress, poor posture, or nervous system overload, and simply try to “push through” the symptoms. What many people don’t realize is that manual therapy can address all of these contributing factors. In this blog, we Read more…
What Is GERD and Why Do Runners Experience It? GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is a condition in which stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing symptoms such as heartburn, chest discomfort, nausea, shortness of breath, and sleep disturbance. It is often treated as a purely gastrointestinal issue, but GERD Read more…
Many runners believe that lateral knee pain comes from a “tight IT band,” so they spend a lot of time foam rolling or massaging the outside of the thigh. While this may temporarily feel good, IT band massage alone rarely resolves knee pain. If you’ve been rolling your lateral thigh Read more…
Last weekend, I, physical therapist Hiroya Kosaki, ran my first NYC Marathon. It was an unforgettable experience that reminded me why I love both running and helping others move better through physical therapy. The day started early. At 5:00 AM, I took a shuttle bus from Bryant Park to the Read more…
On October 17, we hosted a Postural Check Seminar at our clinic, with a total of 12 participants joining the session. Dr. Kosaki led the seminar, sharing practical knowledge about what good posture truly means, how to maintain it through simple exercises, and providing individual postural assessments and feedback for Read more…
In just two weeks, I’ll be running the New York City Marathon — a goal I’ve been training toward for the past two years. At FuncPhysio, we have a T-shirt that says “Persistence Pays Off” on the back. This simple phrase perfectly describes my running journey. Training for a marathon Read more…
At FuncPhysio Physical Therapy, we believe healthy movement starts at a young age. While many people think physical therapy is only for adults recovering from injury, children and teenagers can also benefit greatly from specialized care. Pediatric physical therapy is not just about fixing pain—it’s about teaching kids how to Read more…
Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical care today. Whether it’s from sitting too long at work, lifting something heavy, or simply waking up one morning with stiffness, back pain affects millions of people each year. When the pain becomes severe or persistent, many Read more…
Last weekend, our FuncPhysio Pickleball Club had another fun and energetic meetup at CityPickle in Long Island City! We had 19 participants, including several beginners who tried pickleball for the first time. Everyone picked up the game quickly, and it was amazing to see how fast the group bonded — Read more…
