Monroe Township, New Jersey
Orthopedic Surgeons Promoting Total-Body Wellness in Monroe Township, NJ
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute is a group of orthopedic surgeons who came together through the merger of two highly respected medical groups – Western Monmouth Orthopedic Associates and New Jersey Orthopedic Associates. Since then, we have achieved great synergies, allowing us to deliver truly outstanding patient care that has earned us an excellent reputation throughout Monroe Township, New ...
Spine Doctor Treating Neck & Back Pain in Monroe Township, NJ
Neck and back pain are very common. Usually, they go away on their own. However, if you’re dealing with chronic discomfort, you may benefit from seeing a specialist. Due to the complexity of the spine, specialized care is important, and you’ll find it at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Monroe Township, New Jersey. Each spine doctor on our ...
Rotator Cuff Pain Treatment From Shoulder Specialists Practicing in Freehold & Monroe Township, NJ
The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround and stabilize the shoulder joint, helping to keep the upper arm bone (humerus) firmly positioned in its socket. Rotator cuff pain can develop suddenly with trauma, such as a direct blow to the shoulder or a fall onto an outstretched arm. It can also develop gradually through overuse, ...
SEE A SPINE DOCTOR FOR BULGING DISC TREATMENT SPECIALIST AT AOSMI IN FREEHOLD OR MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ
Reviewed by AOSMI’s Fellowship Trained, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Justin Elkrief. Bulging discs are very common and not necessarily a cause for concern. The spinal discs are soft, flexible cushions that separate the vertebrae and absorb shock. Due to spinal trauma or age-related degeneration, the borders of a disc may be forced outward such that the disc extends beyond ...
Effective Pinched Nerve Treatment in Freehold & Monroe Township, NJ
Reviewed by AOSMI’s Fellowship-Trained, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Justin Elkrief. A pinched nerve is a common cause of neck, shoulder, and back pain. But, what causes a pinched nerve? Many sensitive nerve roots branch off from the spinal cord to efficiently convey movement instructions and sensory information between the brain and the rest of the body. If a spinal nerve ...
What Is Knee Bursitis?
Knee bursitis is inflammation of a bursa, which is a small fluid-filled sac near your knee joint that helps to reduce friction between your bones and the nearby tendons, muscles, and skin. There are three major bursae of the knee, but the one that is most commonly affected by knee bursitis is called the prepatellar bursa, which is at the ...
What Is a Torn Meniscus?
The meniscus is a pad of cartilage in the knee that acts as a shock absorber, allowing the joint to move easily without pain. Meniscus tears usually take place when an individual (typically an athlete) twists or turns their upper leg while their foot is planted and their knee is bent. Some of the typical symptoms you may experience if ...
Herniated Disc Treatment From Orthopedic Spine Specialists in Freehold & Monroe Township, NJ
A herniated disc is a common cause of neck and back pain. A disc herniates when its firm outer border tears open, allowing some of its soft inner gel material to seep out into the spinal canal, where it may press on the spinal cord or a sensitive nerve root. While a herniated disc can result from trauma, such as ...
Conservative & Surgical Ruptured Disc Treatment From Orthopedic Spine Surgeons in Freehold & Monroe Township, NJ
The spine is made up of a series of stacked bones (vertebrae) that are separated by small, shock-absorbing cushions (discs). Each disc consists of a tough, outer layer (annulus fibrosus) that contains a gel-like inner core (nucleus pulposus). A ruptured disc occurs when the annulus fibrosus tears, allowing some of the nucleus pulposus to seep into the spinal canal, which ...
Vertebral Fracture Treatment – Bracing & Surgical Options Available in Freehold & Monroe Township, NJ
A vertebral fracture is a relatively common spinal injury that can result from a fall, vehicle collision, or sports-related accident. Individuals who have weakened bones due to osteoporosis are especially at risk. Because the vertebrae are situated close to the spinal cord, a displaced vertebra can potentially press on sensitive nerve tissue. Therefore, in addition to neck or back pain, ...
