Celebrating National Physical Therapy Month

October is a remarkable month for healthcare professionals and patients alike, marking National Physical Therapy Month. At the Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute (AOSMI), we proudly honor this occasion by shining a spotlight on the remarkable contributions of Physical Therapists (PTs) and Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs). Their dedication and expertise have a profound impact on the lives of our more »

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Common Baseball Shoulder Injuries

As we enter the MLB postseason, many of us are not only in awe of the exceptional athletes who continuously push their physical limits on the diamond, but also inspired by their unwavering commitment to treatment and rehabilitation in the face of injuries. Due to the throwing nature of the sport, shoulder injuries are common in baseball athletes. Additionally, in more »

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Michael Greller, MD, FAAOS, and Garret Sobol, MD, of AOSMI Are the First in Monmouth County, NJ to Perform Innovative BEAR Implant to Treat ACL Tears

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries are one of the most common knee injuries in the United States – approximately 400,000 ACL injuries occur every year. Historically, orthopedic surgeons have had limited options in treating a torn ACL. In ACL reconstruction, today’s standard of care, the surgeon completely removes the remaining torn ACL and reconstructs it with either a tendon from the more »

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Common Basketball Injuries

Basketball is a popular sport played throughout the country by professionals, student athletes, and laypeople alike. Fun as it may be, basketball has been known to produce any number of  injuries. Five common injuries specific to basketball include: Ankle Sprains. Ankle sprains involve the tearing of ligaments in the ankle, occurring when a person receives a blow to that joint, more »

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Tendonitis Treatments: What You Can Do

Tendonitis, a condition in which the tissue connecting the muscle and bone becomes inflamed, a painful issue that impacts many.  A tendon, a tough and flexible band of fibrous tissue, can become inflamed when movement of the tendon becomes impaired.  There are numerous reasons for the development of tendonitis, with the most common causes being overuse and old age.  Diagnosis more »

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Improving Posture: A Few Simple Steps

Poor posture has many detrimental effects on the body. Individuals often experience chronic pain in the back, neck, and shoulders, digestive issues, stiffness, and fatigue.  Poor posture can also lead to nerve compression, muscle atrophy, carpal tunnel syndrome, and sciatica.  Although sometimes unnoticed, posture also has a strong impact on the mind, considering people may experience worsened depression and stress, more »

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What Smartphones are Doing to Our Hands

Smartphones have become so pervasive; it’s almost as if they are an extension of our bodies. With built-in fitness apps, instant access to personal social networks and support, and the ability to retrieve all the knowledge of the world wide web on demand, the health benefits of smartphones seem endless. Although these benefits are very real, there are also very more »

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Pinky Injuries: Causes and Treatment

Breaking or fracturing of the pinky is an all too common injury that should not be taken lightly. Because of the location of the pinky, it is often possible for the hand to continue to function close to normally in the event of an injury only to that finger. However, a broken or fractured pinky should be seen immediately by more »

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Just Keep Running: Tips for Your Winter Cardio Routine

The benefits of running, jogging, or walking to your health and wellbeing seem endless. Although it might be tempting to take the winter off from your running routine, the colder months are one of the most important times of the year to stay active. Our orthopedic specialists encourage patients to maintain exercise year round in order to keep joints healthy more »

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