Using Acupuncture To Relieve Pain: A Guide

One of the oldest forms of natural pain management, acupuncture, uses small needle placements to help balance the body’s energy flow. The needles are placed at unique flow points on the body–based on the location and cause of the pain–and naturally redirect the body’s energy in a way that lessens pain and eases tension. Acupuncture: The Basics How Does Acupuncture more »

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How Physical Exercise Can Help Headaches

Suffering from chronic headaches and scared to exercise? When a headache hits, exercise is often the last thing on your mind. It seems counterintuitive to get up and move around when everything in your head is pounding. While understandable, new research from NJ pain management specialists shows that exercise might be exactly the thing that will offer a much-needed respite more »

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National Arthritis Awareness Month Is Here

With more than 50 million Americans (one in five adults) suffering from the chronic pain of Arthritis, May has been named National Arthritis Awareness Month. Why all the recognition? Arthritis is the number one cause of disability in our country and affects over 300,000 families. While commonly recognized, little is still understood about the illness and most do not understand more »

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Marathon Training: On The Move With A Mission

Running a marathon is an incredible undertaking requiring discipline, passion, and lots and lots of preparation. For all the hard work that goes into preparing your body to run a marathon, the sense of accomplishment when you cross the finish line–for the first time or the fiftieth–is unmatched. If you are new to marathon training, take these suggestions to ensure more »

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Hiking Safety 101

Walking on the treadmill in the gym, confined to the indoors, can get boring very fast. In order to make exercise a habit, it has to be enjoyable and fun. Hiking is a fantastic way to increase cardiovascular exercise while soaking in the fresh air and sunshine of the outdoors. The uneven surface of an outdoor trail engages more muscle more »

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Orthopedic Wellness: Preparing for Gym Activity

It’s time for spring cleaning, and perhaps you’ve noticed that carrying boxes and scrubbing the floors leaves you more fatigued and achy than you remember? Maybe you’ve simply decided that you want to start taking a more proactive approach to total wellness by working out. But where do you begin, and how do you make sure you’re following a plan more »

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Simple Movements To Relieve Body Pain

Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury or are simply experiencing the annoyances of physical pain from the daily grind of day to day living, there are a few simple movements you can try to help relieve your pain. As contrary as it seems, stretching is your saving grace when it comes to dealing with physical pain. Here we offer more »

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Top 5 Low Impact Exercises for All Ages

Maybe you’re coming back from an injury, or you have an existing condition that makes impact on your joints unfeasible. Maybe you just want to mix up your workout routine a little. No matter the reason, low impact exercises are an excellent addition to any fitness program at any level of activity, from the beginner to the experienced athlete. Water more »

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Understanding Musculoskeletal Health: What You Need To Know

Musculoskeletal health refers to the overall health of the muscles and bones that comprise your body’s systems. Understanding the key elements that go into keeping your musculoskeletal system in working order is key to preventing sports injury, body pain, and illness. Our team of New Jersey orthopedic surgeons has comprised a short list of what you need to know about more »

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Tai Chi in Physical Therapy

AOSMI is a foremost authority not only in orthopedic surgery and treatment, but also in comprehensive, holistic health and wellness techniques. Our professionals combine the latest methodologies from the medical community with traditional practices. One of the most effective means for us to help patients maintain balance and ease the symptoms of conditions like arthritis is Tai Chi. Tai Chi more »

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