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Miss Baljeet Kaur

Physical Therapist

Baljeet Kaur is a physical therapist practicing in New York, NY. Baljeet Kaur specializes in physical treatment to help a patient reduce pain, restore mobility, rehabilitate an injury, or increase movement and overall function. As a physical therapist, Baljeet Kaur can treat multiple conditions with exercises, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, joint mobilization, heat, ice, massage, laser or light therapy and more. Baljeet Kaur will create a treatment plan based on the patients specific injury or condition, and might target a specific body part or body system based on the individual.
12 years Experience
Miss Baljeet Kaur
  • CALLAHAN, FL
  • Utica College
  • Accepting new patients

My brother suffered a stroke that paralysed the left side of his body. Is it the right time to now start physical therapy?

I wouldn't wait and start physical therapy right away unless otherwise recommended differently by his doctors.

Should I see a physical therapist for my knee pain?

I would recommend seeing an orthopedic doctor first should your pain recur.

Is it advisable to undergo physical therapy after knee replacement surgery?

He should start therapy immediately to prevent knee joint stiffness.

Can you please suggest some neck exercises that can be done while sitting and working?

Proper sitting posture is essential. Make sure you keep your back supported while sitting and if possible take a standing break after sitting for 30 min. Chin tucks, rolling shoulder READ MORE
Proper sitting posture is essential. Make sure you keep your back supported while sitting and if possible take a standing break after sitting for 30 min.
Chin tucks, rolling shoulder backwards, upper trapezius stretching exercises are recommended at least once every hour to prevent neck muscles from getting tight.

I slept incorrectly and my right hand is in a lot of pain. What should I do?

It’s quite possible to develop muscle tightness with prolonged positioning. I would recommend neck and arm stretches and hot pack application. If it doesn’t relieve your pain then READ MORE
It’s quite possible to develop muscle tightness with prolonged positioning. I would recommend neck and arm stretches and hot pack application. If it doesn’t relieve your pain then follow up with your physician.

Can physiotherapy help me with my frozen shoulder?

Certainly! Physical Therapy will help you improve your shoulder joint mobility and stiffness thereby helping you move your arm better resulting in reduced pain.

What exercises can my mom do to relieve her back pain?

Back pain can be caused due to several reasons. She needs to visit an orthopedic doctor. Back imaging me be necessary to diagnose the pathology. There are different exercises for READ MORE
Back pain can be caused due to several reasons. She needs to visit an orthopedic doctor. Back imaging me be necessary to diagnose the pathology. There are different exercises for back but she needs to find out the cause of back pain first so that proper medical management can be provided.
Make sure she is maintaining good posture when she sits up and additional support may be provided with use of pillows for her low back. Avoid bending, twisting, prolonged sitting, standing and walking at this time. Take rest. Hot/cold packs may be beneficial.

Why is my lower back swollen?

Swelling and pain is a sign of inflammation. I am not sure what is the nature of your bulge. You might want to follow this up with a doctor. In the mean time, try applying ice READ MORE
Swelling and pain is a sign of inflammation. I am not sure what is the nature of your bulge. You might want to follow this up with a doctor. In the mean time, try applying ice on the area and see if it helps.

After a slip disc when can my mom start physiotherapy?

She can start some for of therapy right away unless otherwise suggested by the doctor.

When I type on the computer I am having a pain in my wrist. What could be the reason?

You need to check with orthopedic doctor- imaging of wrist may be required to find the source of pain. It’s important to keep the wrist in neutral position. Splints may he helpful. READ MORE
You need to check with orthopedic doctor- imaging of wrist may be required to find the source of pain. It’s important to keep the wrist in neutral position. Splints may he helpful.

Is there a way to reverse osteoporosis?

Strengthening and weight bearing exercises are recommended in osteoporosis. Check out Juvent’s micro impact platform

I get a pain in my lower back when I sit. How can I reduce the pain?

Proper sitting posture is the key to prevent aches and pains. I recommended using a back support/ pillow to prevent slouching. Sitting for long hours like you do at your job makes READ MORE
Proper sitting posture is the key to prevent aches and pains. I recommended using a back support/ pillow to prevent slouching. Sitting for long hours like you do at your job makes your muscles of your hip and knee tight which in long run starts affecting your back. I recommend stretching exercises and good core strengthening exercises. You might want to see a physical therapist to show you proper form of doing these exercises.
I hope that helps!

My knees are cracking all the time - Do I need PT?

You might need to check your knees with an x-ray to make sure your cartilage is intact first

I was diagnosed with torticollis and need to go to physical therapy. What kind of treatment will I receive?

Physical therapy will help address the tightness of your neck muscles and strengthen muscles in the area which will help you with your posture and alignment.