A Guide to Managing Back Pain from Shoveling Snow

It was a refreshing sight to see snow again this January. However, although it’s beautiful to look at, snowfall also creates the difficult task of shoveling, which is a frequent cause of back injuries this time of year. Many patients are unaware of the potential risks associated with improper techniques, leading to back pain from shoveling snow. At AOSMI, we more »

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The Power of Interventional Pain Management for Athletes

In the realm of sports, every athlete knows that injuries are an inevitable part of the journey. Sometimes they can push through the pain, but for more serious pain, they may benefit from treatment from an interventional pain management doctor. Effective pain management for athletes is crucial to unlocking their full potential.   How Can Athletes Benefit from Interventional Pain more »

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Common Skiing and Snowboarding Injuries and Treatments

As we enter the winter season, we encourage you to stay active. For some that may be afternoon walks, for others that may be sports such as skiing and snowboarding. All are great forms of exercise. Across New Jersey, there are great options for these winter sports, such as Mountain Creek in Vernon, Campgaw Mountain in Mahwah, and Big SNOW more »

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Anterior and Posterior Hip Replacement: Exploring Your Options

When it comes to hip replacement surgery, there are different approaches available, and each has its unique advantages and considerations. At Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute, Dr. Joseph Tauro and Dr. Eric Buxbaum specialize in Anterior Hip Replacement, a procedure that offers a minimally invasive approach with muscle preservation. Dr. Alan Nasar specializes in Posterior Hip Replacement, an established more »

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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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Intracept Procedure for Chronic Low Back Pain

At AOSMI, we are committed to staying on the cutting-edge of pain medicine so that we can provide the best treatment options for our patients. One of the recent developments in the field is the Intracept Procedure, offered by Dr. Del Guercio for patients, a minimally invasive pain management procedure that has been found to help patients with chronic low more »

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What do Pain Management Doctors do?

Here at AOSMI, we are proud to have a team of Interventional Pain Management physicians, dedicated to addressing your comprehensive pain issues. Who exactly are Pain Management doctors and what do Pain Management doctors do? Interventional Pain Management physicians are highly trained specialists with a Residency background in fields like anesthesiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), or neurology who then 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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Recovering from COVID-19 with Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

About the Novel Coronavirus By John S. Georgy, MD The novel coronavirus causes the infection known as COVID-19. Although there is much to learn about the virus and its effects, the need for rehabilitation for patients recovering from COVID-19 is well-evidenced within the medical community. COVID-19 symptoms may include, but are not limited to: Fever Fatigue Difficulty breathing Muscle aches/pains. more »

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Treating Orthopedic Patients with Telemedicine

Gabe Gurman, standing in his dining room, is examined by Dr. Michael Greller for a back injury during a telemedicine visit. Telemedicine visits – a simple and safe option for orthopedic patients For patients and providers at Avanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute (AOSMI), telemedicine visits have become a new normal for patient care. Gabe Gurman, a patient at AOSMI, more »

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