Tendonitis, a condition in which the tissue connecting the muscle and bone becomes inflamed, a painful issue that impacts many. A tendon, a tough and flexible band of fibrous tissue, can become inflamed when movement of the tendon becomes impaired. There are numerous reasons for the development of tendonitis, with the most common causes being overuse and old age. Diagnosis more »
Poor posture has many detrimental effects on the body. Individuals often experience chronic pain in the back, neck, and shoulders, digestive issues, stiffness, and fatigue. Poor posture can also lead to nerve compression, muscle atrophy, carpal tunnel syndrome, and sciatica. Although sometimes unnoticed, posture also has a strong impact on the mind, considering people may experience worsened depression and stress, more »
Angelo has had both hips replaced with the surgery performed by Dr. Alan Nasar of AOSMI at The Total Joint Center of New Jersey. Below Angelo describes his experience with his right hip replacement surgery that he had done first. He talks about his rapid recovery, lack of pain, and considerations in discharge to home vs. inpatient. After recovering from more »
Bone spurs, or osteophytes, are an excess growth of bone around a vertebral body. Problems occur due to the pain and inflammation caused by bone spurs rubbing against ligaments, nerves, and other bones. Eventually, with increased growth, nerve roots can be impacted, causing immense pain. Bone spurs are highly prevalent among individuals over the age of 60. Over time, discs more »
President Michael J. Greller, MD, FAAOS, CPE of AOSMI, has been elected as Chief of Staff at CentraState Medical Center. Published in CentraState magazine Healthy Directions, see the full issue here. Excerpt from CentraState: We are proud to announce that Michael Greller, MD, has been elected to a two-year term as chief of staff by the Medical and Dental Staff more »
Modern medicine, though extremely effective and precise, has frequently downplayed the utility of vitamin and mineral supplements in the treatment and management of a variety of health conditions. For individuals suffering from the chronic pain and inflammation associated with arthritis, the side effects of frequent medication use can be substantial. Incorporating supplements into your routine can limit the need for more »
Smartphones have become so pervasive; it’s almost as if they are an extension of our bodies. With built-in fitness apps, instant access to personal social networks and support, and the ability to retrieve all the knowledge of the world wide web on demand, the health benefits of smartphones seem endless. Although these benefits are very real, there are also very more »
Breaking or fracturing of the pinky is an all too common injury that should not be taken lightly. Because of the location of the pinky, it is often possible for the hand to continue to function close to normally in the event of an injury only to that finger. However, a broken or fractured pinky should be seen immediately by more »
The benefits of running, jogging, or walking to your health and wellbeing seem endless. Although it might be tempting to take the winter off from your running routine, the colder months are one of the most important times of the year to stay active. Our orthopedic specialists encourage patients to maintain exercise year round in order to keep joints healthy more »
Alzheimer’s disease is prevalent in our society, impacting the lives of millions of Americans each year. Much research has been conducted in efforts to detect its early stages, but one study may have found a link between Alzheimer’s disease and bone loss. The researchers found that alterations in the brains of individuals in the early stages of this progressive disease more »
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"The entire staff at Advanced Orthopedics was very professional and thorough. Definitely a first class experience all the way through. Dr. Valimahomed was top-notch. Did not rush. Spent a lot of time with physical assessments and explaining results of various scans. Obviously, he's very knowledgeable and knows his stuff. Excellent experience from start to finish. Thank you!"
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