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Yoga and Why You Should Try It

Starting yoga might feel a little intimidating with all of these images of people doing complex poses such as having a leg behind their head. As with most things, you have to start out simple in order to work up to a more difficult level. Hesitant to try yoga? Here are a couple of reasons to put down the mat more »

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What Is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery?

Opposed to traditional spine surgeries, minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) is done with a hollow tube, called a tubular retractor, that is inserted via a small incision. Using the retractor the surgeon can see and have access to the affected area all while causing less trauma to any encompassing tissues and muscles. The tubular retractor can also be used to more »

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Three Family Friendly Autumn Adventures in New Jersey

Looking for family friendly fun this autumn in New Jersey? Look no further! Whether you’re wanting to spend time with your children, grandkids, or siblings, New Jersey has activities for all ages. You’ll be sure to find something that everyone will enjoy. What’s autumn without pumpkins? Why not visit a pumpkin patch, where you and your family can hand pick more »

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Anna

Dear Dr. Cozzarelli, Thank you for taking care of me when my neck hurt. It feels much better now. I hope you have a very good summer! From Anna

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Recommended Safety Tips for Fall Sports

With the onset of fall and the return of students to scholastic sports, both youth and adult football players, soccer players, runners, cheerleaders, wrestlers, and volleyball players often change the intensity level or frequency of their activities, which predisposes them to potential injury.  Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine treats players of nearly every sport that is popular in the tristate more »

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The Difference Between Aerobic and Anaerobic Training for Sports

Aerobic and anaerobic, they might have similar sounding names, but both types of training vary vastly. Aerobic training is considered to be a ‘moderate-intensity training’, on the other hand anaerobic training is a ‘high-intensity training’. But what is the difference between a moderate- and high-intensity training? When doing aerobic training, you should be working hard, but not hard enough that more »

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How Physical Therapy Can Help Ease Back Pain

Sometimes it feels like no matter what you do, you’re back pain just doesn’t seem to go away. When medication just doesn’t do its job, you should consider trying physical therapy to help ease your back pain. Now, no one is claiming that this is some sort of miracle cure, but the end goal of physical therapy is to lower more »

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Healthy Weight Loss Tips

It almost feels like everywhere you look someone is advertising some kind of miracle weight loss pill, tea, and even fruit. You want to lose weight, but you know it takes time and effort. What would best is to lose weight in a healthy way that won’t leave you hungry afterwards, but will actually have you feeling refreshed and energized. more »

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Growing Your Own Vegetables This Autumn

With the summer holidays coming to a close, you might find yourself wondering how you can spend your spare time. One thing to consider, would be to start growing your own vegetables. If this is your first time making a vegetable garden, keep in mind to start small as to not overwhelm yourself. Having your own garden is not only more »

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Foods to Help with Your Arthritis

If you’re suffering from arthritis you might have tried several ways to relieve the joint pain and/or stiffness; from heating pads, medicine, surgery, or even acupuncture. Something you might not have tried though is food. It may be hard to believe but certain foods are chock-full of nutrients that can help make your bones become stronger, boost your immune system, more »

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