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Why Are My Fingers Stiff in the Morning?

Why Are My Fingers Stiff in the Morning?

Dr. Edward Armbruster, Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, Fellowship Trained in Hand Surgery

You wake up and reach for your phone or a glass of water, but your fingers do not move as easily as they did the night before. Your hand may

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Yard Work Injuries in Toms River: Shoulder, Elbow, and Joint Pain to Watch

Yard Work Injuries in Toms River: Shoulder, Elbow, and Joint Pain to Watch

Expertly Reviewed By: Joseph Tauro, MD, Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Quick Answer If your shoulder, elbow, or knee hurts after a day of yard work, you’re not alone. Yard work often involves repetitive lifting, reaching, gripping, and kneeling, which can

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Is It a Broken Ankle or a Bad Sprain?

Is It a Broken Ankle or a Bad Sprain?

Medically Reviewed by Alison DeWaters, DPM, FACFAS, Board-Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery

A broken ankle is a fracture involving one or more bones of the ankle joint. These injuries can occur during sports, falls, motor vehicle accidents, or simple missteps on uneven

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Difference Between an MRI and X-ray

Difference Between an MRI and X-ray

Expertly reviewed by Thomas A. Del Guercio – Dual Board Certified in Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Advanced Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Institute (AOSMI)

Understanding MRI and X-ray Imaging Patients often ask how MRI and X-ray imaging differ and when one might be recommended over the other. Both tests are valuable tools in orthopaedics

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Our Monroe Office Has Officially Relocated

Our Monroe Office Has Officially Relocated

More Room. More Innovation. The Same Trusted Orthopedic and Physical Therapy Team. This December, AOSMI Monroe has expanded — moving to Suite 201 inside the Renaissance Crossing Medical Arts Building

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Supporting Those Who Serve: Dr. Joseph Tauro’s Work in Military Orthopedic Training

Supporting Those Who Serve: Dr. Joseph Tauro’s Work in Military Orthopedic Training

Reviewed by Expert Dr. Joseph Tauro, Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Through education, research, and mentorship, Dr. Joseph Tauro proudly supports those who serve. His work in military orthopedic training reflects a shared mission — advancing surgical care for the men

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What Is the Most Painful Knee Problem? 

What Is the Most Painful Knee Problem? 

Expertly Written by Garret L. Sobol, MD, Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, Fellowship-Trained in Sports Medicine, serving patients in Freehold and Monroe, NJ.

The #1 Knee Mistake and 4 Common Causes Explained What Is the Most Painful Knee Problem? Knee pain can be sharp, dull, or constant—but certain injuries are known to cause

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Muscle Strain Symptoms and Treatment: What You Should Know

Muscle Strain Symptoms and Treatment: What You Should Know

Written by: Alan Nasar, MD, FAAOS, Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Sprain, Strain, or Tear? How to Spot the Differences and Understand Your Injury Table of Contents Muscle Strain vs. Sprain How Long Does Muscle Strain Recovery Take? Effective Muscle Strain

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Renaissance Crossing Medical Arts Building

312 Applegarth Road
Suite 201
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9 Hospital Drive

Toms River, NJ 08755
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Belmar, NJ 07719
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