Millions of Americans suffer from from some degree of hip pain. You may have noticed a stiffness or discomfort in your hips in the morning, or experienced achiness or soreness after activities such as walking or jogging. This pain can be an early sign of hip arthritis. To understand hip arthritis, you must understand how the hip joint works. The more »
It’s no wonder that children are so often associated with running, jumping, and being active. There’s just something about that youthful energy that demands to be put into motion. However, active children and adolescents are also at risk of knee injuries, such as jumper’s knee, and may need to see an orthopedic specialist as a result. Jumper’s knee is a more »
Kids; whether they’re your children, grandchildren, or even siblings, you tend to worry about them. Will they have trouble making friends? Will they do well in school? Will they be awkward? Confident? Active? Lazy? A way to minimize that worry would be to get them into sports. When children are athletes they benefit greatly from it. Be it a team more »
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, otherwise known as ulnar nerve entrapment, happens when the ulnar nerve experiences increasing pressure or compression. Have you’ve ever bumped your elbow against a hard surface and felt a sharp stinging pain, otherwise known as hitting your ‘funny bone’? That’s your ulnar nerve in action. Second after Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome is the most common more »
Total knee replacement surgery is one of the most frequently performed surgeries in the United States. This procedure is used to decrease pain, increase mobility and improve quality of life for many patients. Surgeons have performed conventional knee replacement surgery for more than 30 years with generally excellent results. Yet, as with any surgical technique, surgeons have sought new ways more »
Summer: it’s the best time of the year to get outside and be active. Kids are out of school, cold and flu season is a distant memory, and thanks to the long days, the sunshine is practically endless. Good weather means many people want to spend their leisure time al fresco, playing sports and spending time with friends and family. more »
For most people, summer means picnics on the beach, pool parties, and days spent enjoying the great outdoors. For those suffering from arthritis, summer can mean increased symptoms and the need for a higher level of vigilance and protection. New Jersey pain management specialists offer up a few simple tips for managing your arthritis during the summer months. These include more »
How can you avoid injury and still get the most out of the summer? Summer sports are All-American favorites: baseball, tennis, swimming, softball, soccer, cycling, ultimate frisbee, surfing, rock climbing, kayaking, beach volleyball, archery, windsurfing, polo, golf, running, and more! But with all these exciting adventures come the risks and hazards associated with being active outdoors in hot and humid more »
Retirement gets a reputation as the time for sitting back, relaxing, and reflecting on a life well lived. While it is the perfect time for all those activities, be careful not to drift into a sedentary lifestyle. When it comes to ensuring a healthy and happy old age, nothing offers more protection from the perils of brittle bones and aging more »
Summer is the perfect time for outdoor adventures. Hiking, running, golfing, swimming and playing baseball are just some of the great activities to partake in while the weather is nice. Even if you are only participating in a one-day event, its important to be prepared, especially if you have been sitting at your desk all week. An active lifestyle is more »
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