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Three Ways to Destroy Your Knees

Any orthopedic specialist will confirm that the vast majority of the knee injuries they see on a daily basis could either have been prevented in the first place or treated earlier to prevent serious injury. Unless the idea of joint replacement surgery seems like a good time for you, read on to learn the three most common ways knees can more »

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Extending the Life of Your Artificial Hip

A partial or complete hip replacement is usually the last option offered to patients. A litany of less invasive treatments and solutions are offered by New Jersey orthopedic surgeons before a hip replacement is even considered. That said, there are times when the situation calls for it. Thankfully, technology has advanced considerably and these procedures are not nearly as traumatic more »

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Is Carpal Tunnel Threatening Your Job?

Most of us take for granted how important our wrists and hands are. We give them very little thought as long as they are not causing pain or discomfort. We rarely consider the toll our lives take on these joints and muscles. It’s not until we suddenly find ourselves having trouble gripping a door handle or completing our day to more »

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Brian – Mini Incision Hip Replacement

Brian is filmed in the hospital 2 days after hip replacement surgery performed by Dr. Alan Nasar. He participated in our rapid recovery program. Brian talks about his experience and demonstrates his ability to get around on his own with ease.

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Avascular Necrosis (AVN)

What is Avascular Necrosis? Avascular Necrosis (AVN) is a disabling and painful condition that can affect many bones in your body, most commonly in the hip and knee joints. Also known as osteonecrosis or “bone rot”, it is caused by a loss of blood supply and subsequent injury to the bone. Certain anatomical areas are more susceptible to this process more »

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Discover the Graston Technique

What is the Graston Technique ® The Graston Technique is a highly effective treatment in the world of physical therapy helping to decrease pain and improve function. Even world class athletes, like Olympian Gold Medalist Michael Phelps, are big-time believers in it. Physical therapists have an innovative set of tools to help improve treatment of soft tissue injuries. A form more »

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Susan Villagi

Susan, a retired schoolteacher, was having difficulty with swelling and stiffness in her knee.  She met with Dr. Manuel Banzon who recommended a knee replacement.  Susan was very confident with Dr. Banzon’s skill.  Her hesitation was about how she would recover.   After a short rehab stay Susan began therapy at Advanced Orthopedic Physical Therapy.  “I was very overwhelmed with all more »

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Jeffrey Steuban

Jeff has been a life-long athlete.  In the past, he played semi-professional basketball.  Experiencing hip pain that was impeding him from exercising Jeff consulted Dr. Goldberger.  Dr. Nasar performed a minimally invasive hip replacement.  Jeff is back to cycling and is pain free! “I cannot rave about this group enough.  I felt very comfortable.  They are experts in this surgery more »

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Riley Shea

16 year old Riley Shea is all about “boarding”.  He loves extreme sports including skateboarding, snow-boarding andsurfing.  Earlier this year he was skateboarding and fell on his left shoulder.  In a considerable amount of pain, Riley and his parents saw Dr. Gregg Berkowitz in the ER.  He was diagnosed with a fracture of the humerus requiring surgery.  Riley has recovered more »

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