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Steven Shoshany

Bio

Regarded as one of Manhattan’s top chiropractors, Dr. Steven Shoshany is an internationally-recognized pioneering innovator in the field of spinal decompression, being one of the first doctors to offer the revolutionary non-surgical treatment in New York City.  A graduate of Life University’s class of 1996, Dr. Shoshany is certified in Active Release Techniques (ART) and has been successfully practicing in the downtown Manhattan area since 1999, where he currently resides with his wife and children.  For more information on Dr. Shoshany, please visit www.drshoshany.com. 



Specialties:

  • chiropractic

Affiliation:

  • DC; Physical Therapy, Chiropractic & Pain Management

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  • Steven Shoshany
    Steven Shoshany answered:
    What causes chronic neck pain?
    Chronic neck pain can be overwhelming. In this video, chiropractor and pain management specialist...  Full Post
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    What are some treatment options for neck pain?
    Neck pain can be treated in a variety of ways. In this video, chiropractor and pain management...  Full Post
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    How can I help prevent neck pain?
    A few simple steps can help prevent annoying neck pain. In this video, chiropractor and pain...  Full Post
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    Why is neck pain a common complaint in women?
    There are two main reasons that women are more likely than men to have neck pain. Find out what...  Full Post
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    What is cold laser therapy?
    Cold laser therapy is approved by the FDA for the temporary relief of pain. In this video,...  Full Post
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    Does chiropractic spinal manipulation help treat lumbar disc herniation?
    Simply put yes. If you find out you have a lumbar disc herniation, most times it because you have...  Full Post
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    Do insurance plans cover chiropractic?
    Yes, chiropractic care is covered by insurance. The specifics (number of visits allowed, referrals, amount covered, etc.) depend on each individual health plan.  Full Post
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    Should I see a chiropractor about my back pain?

    Anyone experiencing back pain should consider chiropractic treatment. Chiropractors are experts in treating back pain by finding and correcting structural dysfunction in the spine and surrounding tissues and are trained to work with patients experiencing all levels of pain, whether mild or severe,

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    Can chiropractic adjustments help sore knees?

    Yes, knee pain can be treated with chiropractic adjustments. There are several factors that can cause pain to the knees and must be corrected in order to prevent damage to the joint and surrounding tissues. One of the most common causes is excessive body weight; the knees provide support to the entire

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    What is the cause of acute low-back pain?

    There are many possible causes for pain, and it is always recommended to see a doctor to determine the source of pain and the best treatment option. Most cases of low back pain are related to poor posture, negative habits and/or a sedentary lifestyle. As is the case with many office workers, sitting

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    What causes cervical spinal stenosis (CSS)?

    Cervical spinal stenosis (narrowing of the neck's spinal canal) is caused by bulging spinal discs, which can be a product of aging, poor posture, or injury. CSS causes discomfort or pain by irritating spinal nerves. Some common symptoms of CSS include stiffness, pain or numbness in the neck, back

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    What increases my risk for acute low back pain?

    Many factors can increase a person's risk for low back pain. Some of the most commonplace reasons for low back pain include biomechanical predisposition (body structures that are innately susceptible to dysfunction), pregnancy, trauma or compression injuries to the spine, family history of back pain,

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    How is low-back pain treated?

    First it is important to diagnose the cause of pain to determine the best course of treatment and correct the root cause of pain in order to obtain long-term relief. A chiropractor can perform an examination to find and correct misalignment of the spine - a common structural dysfunction that places

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