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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Are you considering joint replacement but dreading a highly invasive procedure? You might have heard a lot of talk about the traditional joint replacement methods, with long incisions and equally long and complicated recovery. While it’s true that joint replacement is always major surgery, today’s most advanced techniques use robotic approaches to revolutionize joint replacement surgery. Robotics
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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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OIBO JULY 4th HOURS: As we approach July 4th, we wanted to update you on some important changes to our office hours. All of our OIBO locations will be closed on July 4th and 5th to allow our doctors and staff time to celebrate with their families. We will resume normal office on Monday, July 8th.
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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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Dr. Ahmed Siddiqi, Expert in Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement In today’s rapidly advancing world, we’re witnessing the integration of robots and AI into various aspects of our lives. While this may evoke both awe and apprehension, there’s one field where robotic technology is making significant strides: joint replacement surgery. Robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery isn’t just a
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Our Lacey location will be closed on 4/23 due to the forest fire. Dr. Malfitano will see patients in Manahawkin, and Dr. Sargent will see patients in Brick. If you wish to reschedule, please call.