From Morning Stiffness to Surgery

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 »

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Tips for a Healthy Youth Sports Experience

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 »

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Five Benefits to Kettlebell Training

When it comes to exercising you can think of a hundred reasons why you would rather be doing something else; you’re too busy, it’s so boring, the gym is too crowded. What if there was an option that eliminated all of your excuses? If you want to try a simple type of workout that is actually worth all the sweat more »

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Michael J. Greller, MD, FAAOS Provides Advice for Preventing Youth Sports Injuries

Participation in team and individual sports is a valuable and rewarding experience for youth. Interacting with like-minded peers, staying physically active, and developing self-esteem and self-discipline are just a few of the many benefits of playing sports. However, there are a number of potential safety risks inherent in most sports which players, parents, and coaches should all be aware of. more »

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Getting to Know Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

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 »

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Next Generation in Knee Replacement by Dr. Nasar

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 »

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Summer and Social Networking

Sometimes in the winter it can feel like the days are too short to even bother going out in the evenings. And getting up early to do something fun in frigid temperatures? Forget it! When summer finally reaches its warm fingers over and peeks into your hibernation cave, it can be hard to reconnect with your friends, make new ones, more »

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Tips For Dealing With Arthritis During the Summer

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 »

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Staying Safe with Summer Sports

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 »

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The Weekend Warrior – Prevent Injuries Before They Occur

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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