Understanding Stiff Neck: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments A stiff neck can be a real pain—literally. Many people experience tightness, limited mobility, and discomfort that makes turning the head difficult. A stiff neck can affect your daily life, whether it’s from poor posture or sleeping awkwardly. This blog will explore the causes and symptoms of a […]
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Sprained Ankle Recovery: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to See a Specialist A sprained ankle is caused when the ligaments supporting the ankle are overstretched or torn, often due to a sudden twist or roll. It’s a common injury that affects athletes, weekend warriors, and anyone taking the wrong step. If you’re wondering, “How long does a sprained ankle
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Understanding Bunions: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, and When to Seek Help If you’ve ever experienced a painful bump on the side of your big toe, you may be dealing with a bunion. Imagine struggling to find comfortable shoes, wincing with every step, or feeling embarrassed by the noticeable protrusion on your foot. Bunions can affect your
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Hip Flexors: Pain, Stretching, and Strengthening Imagine waking up to start your day, but as you swing your legs off the bed, a sharp pain shoots through the front of your hip. This is what life can be like with tight or strained hip flexors. Everyday activities like walking, climbing stairs, or even sitting for
Elbow tendonitis is a common condition characterized by inflammation of the elbow tendons that affects individuals involved in repetitive arm movements. There are two primary types: tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis), each with distinct symptoms and causes. Tennis elbow is a condition that affects the tendons on the outer part of
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What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is caused by the compression of the median nerve at your wrist, which runs from your forearm down into the palm of your hand. This nerve controls the sensations and impulses to the palm side of your thumb and fingers (except the little finger) and some muscles
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Hand Cramps: Causes, Symptoms, and Relief Hand cramps can be a common and frustrating problem that affects many people. These cramps are sudden, involuntary muscle contractions that can cause significant discomfort and disrupt daily activities. Let’s explore the various causes of hand cramps, the symptoms, and how to find relief. What Are Hand Cramps? Hand cramps, also
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Mourning the Loss of Dr. Nathan Holtzberg Our OIB Ortho family mourns the loss of one of our beloved physicians, Dr. Nathan Holtzberg, who passed from this earth last week. Dr. Holtzberg was a skilled and caring clinician who served our patients for more than 25 years. He was a wonderful husband, father, and friend
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Welcome Dr. Mennona & Dr. Gonzales! Please join us in welcoming Steven Mennona, MD, and Anter Gonzales, MD, to the OIBortho (OIBO) Team! Dr. Steven Mennona is a dual fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon, specializing in total joint replacement and orthopaedic traumatology. Dr. Mennona treats degenerative joint disease requiring primary joint replacement as well as existing joint
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As New Jersey’s largest independent orthopaedic group, comprising six distinct orthopaedic divisions, OrthoNJ is able to remain doctor-led and focused on delivering the best outcomes in today’s profit-driven medical environment.
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