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Common Injuries For Those With Arthritis

  Arthritis, or osteoarthritis, can be an incredibly painful and complicated condition. While most often affecting the elderly population, sports medicine specialists are starting to see arthritis popping up in younger and younger patients. This is likely the result of increased amounts of time spent in athletics and a decrease in proper dietary habits. Regardless of your age, there are more »

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Marathon Season Pointers

Marathon season is almost upon us. While there’s lots to love about getting fit and getting fresh air, spring can be a dangerous time for runners. Training too hard, too fast, wet weather, and unpredictable road conditions can spell trouble for marathoners. Keep these tips in mind as you launch your spring training! Take It Slow It can be tempting more »

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Diagnosing and Treating Stress Fractures

Stress fractures are alarmingly common and absolutely dreaded in athletics today. The average bench time for stress fracture recovery ranges from between four to six weeks. For a dedicated athlete, missing an entire season of their game can be emotionally devastating. Essentially, a stress fracture is a crack in the bone that does not go all the way through. While more »

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Non-Operative Treatments for Spine and Back Problems

Leading an active lifestyle has many health benefits, but it does carry one major risk–injury. The most common injuries sustained during physical activity are to the back and neck. Many people assume they will need extensive, painful surgery to return to their pursuits. However, there are other alternatives to surgery for spine and back issues. It is critical to discuss more »

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Hip Replacement: Nonsurgical Alternatives

Hip replacement is a highly invasive procedure that requires patients to remain in the hospital for up to a week in most cases. It is unsurprising that many individuals who have been recommended to undergo full or partial hip replacement look to alternative methods of treatment. The surgery may be recommended for individuals who are suffering chronic pain in the more »

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Non-Surgical Treatments for Hand and Wrist Injuries

Proper functioning of the hands and wrists is essential to many activities of daily living from cooking and cleaning to personal hygiene, performing work duties and more. Overuse and fragility of the small bones in these parts of the body leave the hands and wrists vulnerable to a variety of injuries. Such injuries can include:   Sprains Strains Fractures Dislocations more »

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Minimize Your Winter Fall Risk

  Moving into the winter weather months, the risk of falling in snow and icy conditions becomes a greater threat. Falls pose risk to all parts of the body, often necessitating knee, hip, or shoulder surgery. This winter, take preventive measures to avoid having a slip or fall interfere with your day-to-day life. Here are some actions you can take more »

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Tips for Sticking with Your 2016 Fitness Resolutions

Individuals who have successfully made hitting the gym a part of their lifestyle often bemoan the sudden influx of newcomers at their usually empty gym in January. They know, however, that the crowds will dissipate soon enough as New Year’s Resolutions slowly give way to old habits for most. But it is possible to make your 2016 fitness resolutions stick. more »

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Skiing and Snowboarding After Joint Replacement Surgery: Is it Right for You?

As the temperature drops, most New Jersey residents groan at the prospect of snow shoveling, ice salting, and increased heating bills. But for some, the frigid weather conditions mean one exciting thing–skiing and snowboarding season has arrived! Unfortunately, many winter sports enthusiasts are limited in their ability to partake in these activities due to a recent joint replacement surgery.   more »

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