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Dr. Joshua A. Cohen, M.S., D.C.

Chiropractor

4627 Fifth Avenue Pittsburgh PA, 15213
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Dr. Joshua Cohen is a Chiropractor practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Cohen specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, tendonitis, muscle spasm, tmj, back pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. Cohen seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through his unique approach to the problem complex, using specific trigger point therapy (called Nimmo), nutrition and exercise.

Education and Training

New York Chiropractic College doctor of chiropractic 2000

University of Bridgeport masters degree in human nutrition 2003

University of Pittsburgh Bachelor of Arts 1995

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Dr. Joshua A. Cohen, M.S., D.C.'s Expert Contributions
  • Can chiropractors help with muscle knots?

    Some chiropractors can help with muscle knots. I specialize in a specific form of chiropractic trigger point therapy, which is great for eliminating muscle knots and trigger points. You want to ask if a chiropractor does soft tissue work. Soft tissue means muscle. READ MORE

  • Why a chiropractor for my daughter's constipation?

    A chiropractor, especially one who works with muscles and trigger points, can stimulate the organs and intestines to move. By working on the muscles in the hips and back, and also in the legs and abdomen, you can help the bowels to start moving. By doing this, you can physically help to move the feces further down the intestines so that your daughter can more easily eliminate it. READ MORE

  • How well does spinal manipulation work for sciatica?

    Spinal manipulation works very well for sciatica. I'd also look into some type of muscle work to go along with the manipulation. Usually there is a muscular component to the injury, and if the docto doesn't take care of the muscular component, then the pain will stick around. Yoga and stretching and icing work very well to relieve the pain. READ MORE

  • I have a dull pain in my lower back. How can I treat it?

    Yoga and stretching are great ways to loosen up your low back. It is very normal to have some discomfort while beginning and new exercise routine. That is why it is important to ease your way into exercise. If you are overweight, you'll be tempted to do a lot of high impact and high intensity exercises. They will irritate your joints, and cause injury. It is important to listen to your body, take breaks and go easy when you need to, which is most of the time. Pain is your body's self protective mechanism, listen to it. The old adage of no pain, no gain is extremely inaccurate, especially the older we get. I hope that this helps you out. READ MORE

  • I have neck pain that only occurs when I lie down. What could be the reason?

    This could be due to many reasons. For some reason, the pain is only manifesting while you lay down, but the pain process will be there the entire time. I'd go see a chiropractor. If you are in Pittsburgh or the surrounding area, come and see me. I am sure I can help you out. If you can't find a good chiropractor, then try some stretching, ice, and low-intensity exercising. You may have arthritis, or just a pulled muscle. I can't say with the information that you gave me. But you won't go wrong if you stretch, use ice, and try some mild exercising. Thanks, Dr. Josh Cohen READ MORE

  • How is a chiropractor different from a physical therapist?

    Chiropractors are different than physical therapists. Our education is very similar to medical school education. Chiropractors are trained to diagnose and treat a specific musculo-skeletal problem. Physical therapists are very good at strengthening up, and stabilizing, irritated and malfunctioning joints and muscles. I feel that chiropractors are better at getting you out of pain, and then physical therapists are better at strengthening up an injured joint or muscle. But physical therapy will be much more effective, if it is after a series of chiropractic treatments. A good chiropractor will be able to get a joint calmed down, aligned, and will reduce muscle spasm and inflammation. After that, you will be primed to go to a physical therapist and get that area strengthened up. I hope that helps you. If you have any questions, call me or come into my clinic. Dr. Josh Cohen READ MORE

  • Are there exercises to manage gout pain?

    Gout is hard to control with exercise. Usually, it is better controlled by watching what you eat. There are certain foods that will aggravate gout. Dehydration, coffee consumption, and alcohol consumption are all known irritants for gout. That being said, if your legs and hips are strong and loose, then they will be better able to handle the effects of gout when it does flair up. I'd try to do some light squats, dead lifts, core exercises such as crunches, plank and half plank, and something for your low back such as the birddog or superman. You can look these exercises up online, or you can go to my website, www.cohentriggerpoint.com, and there will be an entire exercise and nutrition program that would be great for managing gout. Check it out, the program will be up soon. Thanks, Dr. Josh Cohen READ MORE

  • I've been suffering from scoliosis since I was 19 years. I am now 32 years old. Will this problem be corrected with surgery?

    By this point, your scoliosis is stable, meaning that the curvature will not progress or get worse over time. However, your symptoms can get worse over time. Having scoliosis means that your back and hips and possibly your neck will flair up easier than it would without the curvature. I find that my patients with scoliosis need to do some type of exercising like pilates or yoga or tai chi. These systems are easy on your body and will balance your body and align it, making you less susceptible to injury. If you are around the Pittsburgh area, come in and see me, I can help decrease the symptoms that you get from your scoliosis. I manage many patients with scoliosis. I would try exercise, physical therapy, chiropractic care, trigger point therapy, etc., before I would try surgery. If you have any questions, or want to schedule, my office number is 412.681.4747 Dr. Joshua cohen READ MORE

  • I am having pain in my buttocks when I sit. What could this be?

    Chances are this is from the muscles in your hips going being spasmed and inflamed. The gluteal muscles in your hips get vastly overused. We use them every time we sit down, stand up, walk, go to the bathroom, breath, etc. They are contracting every second we are sitting, to prevent us from flopping over. They are major stabilizers for the core and legs, so they get tighter and tighter until they tear on a microscopic level, and go into a pattern of spasm and inflammation. This is what a sprain or strain or muscle pull is. The best way to take care of this issue is by seeing a chiropractor who specializes in treating trigger points, and stretching and doing yoga. Ice will help out as well, by decreasing the inflammation. I hope that this answer helps you. dr. josh cohen READ MORE

  • I have a frozen shoulder. What should I do?

    Frozen shoulder is quite common with someone working in front of a computer for that many hours. Trigger point therapy is a great way to get those muscles moving and to reduce the symptoms of frozen shoulder. I have treated many patients with frozen shoulder. if you cannot come in to see me for a treatment, then stretching and yoga is a great way to alleviate some of the tightness in your shoulder. If you have any other questions, please email me back. Thank you, dr josh cohen READ MORE

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Adjunct Professor New York Chiropractic College 2008 - 2018

Dr. Joshua A. Cohen, M.S., D.C.'s Practice location

Practice At 4627 Fifth Avenue

4627 Fifth Avenue -
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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New patients: 412-681-4747
Fax: 412-681-1684

Cohen Trigger Point Center

4627 Fifth Ave -
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213
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New patients: 412-681-4747
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Chiropractic Trigger Point Center

4627 5th ave -
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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Get to know Chiropractor Dr. Joshua A. Cohen, who serves patients in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

An established chiropractor, Dr. Cohen joined Cohen Chiropractic Trigger Point Center in 2000. He worked side by side with his father, Dr. Jeffrey Cohen, on many athletes and entertainers. They both worked on the Steelers during their Super Bowl win in Detroit.

Educated in the United States, he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1995, and graduated with his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the New York Chiropractic College in 2000. He then went on to receive a Master of Science degree in Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport in 2003, bringing another aspect of mind/body care into the practice. He has also studied the NimmoCare method and is certified to teach the technique. 

The doctor counsels his patients on how what they eat will affect their pain. By incorporating nutritional counseling, exercise physiology, and an anti-aging regime, he has expanded the area of chiropractic care, bringing full circle, a team of doctors who cover all aspects needed for a healthy life.

Active in academia, Dr. Cohen is an Adjunct Faculty Member at the New York Chiropractic College, and has taught Nimmo’s trigger point therapy there for over 10 years.

Chiropractic is a form of alternative medicine that mainly deals with the diagnosis and treatment of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, especially the spine. A chiropractor uses spinal adjustments, manipulation, and other techniques to manage patients’ health concerns, including neck pain, back pain, headaches, vertigo and a long list of other ailments and conditions. They aim to improve patients’ functionality and quality of life by properly aligning the body’s musculoskeletal structure and enabling the body to heal itself naturally, without the use of medication or surgery.

On a more personal note, Dr. Cohen believes in practicing what he preaches. He is an avid exerciser and cyclist. He has completed many 100 mile mountain bike races, and is a regular participant in the MS150.

Additional Information

 

 

Joshua A. Cohe, DC, MS, is a well-versed chiropractor who diagnoses and treats patients at the Cohen Chiropractic Trigger Point Center in Pittsburgh, PA. The Center was launched by his father, Dr. Jeffrey H. Cohen, in 1976. Dr. Joshua Cohen joined his father in 2000 and has been carrying the practice on his own since 2005. Dr. Joshua A. Cohen has a remarkable professional journey that spans 19 years. His areas of expertise cover all facets of chiropractic with an emphasis on Nimmo receptor-tonus technique. A chiropractor, such as Dr. Joshua A. Cohen, is concerned with “the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, and the effects of these disorders on the function of the nervous system and general health”, according to World Federation of Chiropractic. Prior to his current endeavors, Dr. Joshua A. Cohen served as Adjunct Professor at the New York Chiropractic College (2008-2018). For more information about Dr. Joshua A. Cohen, please visit https://cohentriggerpoint.com/the-center/our-story/.

 

Joshua A. Cohen, DC, MS, attended New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, NY, and was awarded his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 2000. He remains active in his field via memberships and affiliations with the International Chiropractors Association, the Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association, the Nimmo Educational Foundation, and the American Chiropractic Association. In addition to his chiropractic doctorate, he holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism acquired at the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA (1995), as well as a Master of Science degree in Human Nutrition received at the University of Bridgeport in Bridgeport, CT (2003). He feels that his success is primarily attributable to his hard work, focus, lots of studying, and good fortune. For more information about Joshua A. Cohen, DC, MS, please visit https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/3195920-Joshua-Cohen-chiropractor-Pittsburgh-PA-15213.

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