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• Four Common Injuries from Shoveling Snow And What to Do About Them

  injuries including some very painful conditions. Here is a list of four common musculoskeletal injuries: Back injury Shoulder pain from shoveling snow Pulled or strained muscles Injuries caused by falling In 2015 a study found the following: an average...

• Falling On Ice: Winter Injuries and How to Prevent Them

  a result of falling on ice. Hip fractures Wrist fractures Torn meniscus Torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) Dislocated shoulders Rotator cuff injuries Of these injuries resulting from falls on ice, wrist fractures are the most common. As a slip, trip,...

• Nutrition Month tips from Ciara Beck, MS, RD

  refrigerator and toss all expired condiments. Trust me, you’ll feel like 10lbs of salad dressing has been lifted off your shoulders! Want a sneak peek into a dietitian’s pantry?? I have almost every single flavor of rice cakes imaginable, both sweet and...

• Three Questions to Help You Find the Best Lawrenceville Joint Surgeons

  both non-operative and operative treatments on many distinct joints, including the hips, knees, ankles, hands, wrists, and shoulders. An expert joint surgeon should provide comprehensive explanations to answer each and every one of your questions. It is...

• Top Seven Achilles Tendonitis Prevention Methods for Runners

  trainer or other sports medicine professional to incorporate proper strength training techniques for the lower back, shoulders, and legs Build Your Balance: Any activity that practices your ability to keep your balance contributes to proprioception...

• 3 Nonsurgical Options For Spinal Stenosis Treatment in Bergen County

  and fatigue in the legs. Cervical spinal stenosis is located higher on the spinal column and is accompanied by pain in the shoulders, arms, and hands. Both sets of symptoms can worsen when standing or walking, and a lack of balance is not uncommon. What...

• Injury Prevention Tips from Sports Medicine Specialists in Hackensack

  the proper technique. Specifically during tennis, avoid using your wrist and elbow more than your upper arm and shoulder; this improper swing can lead to an injury. Also, for any sport involving your arms, shoulders, and elbows, take the time to warm up...

• When to See a Sports Medicine Surgeon Near Montvale

  Tendonitis: inflammation of a tendon, attached to the bone or muscle. Tendonitis commonly impacts athletes’ elbows, shoulders, and knees. Bursitis: inflammation of the jelly-like sacs located between bones and soft tissues. Overuse can cause bursa in...

• How to Treat a Pinched Nerve in the Neck

  ask if the patient has any symptoms of a pinched nerve in the cervical spine region. These symptoms may impact the arms, shoulders, or neck of a patient and include: Radiating pain Numbness or loss of feeling Weakness of the muscles Tingling sensation...

• When to Seek Treatment for Cervical Myelopathy in NYC

  Difficulty walking or imbalanced coordination Atrophy Numbness, tingling, or weakness in the arms, hands, neck, or shoulders Patients with cervical myelopathy may present any combination of the above symptoms. Many of these symptoms result from the...

• How to Recognize a Pinched Nerve in the Neck

  spinal canal, it puts pressure on the nerve root. Pinched Nerve Symptoms Symptoms of cervical radiculopathy may include: Shoulder pain Pain that travels from the neck down the arm Asensation of extreme weakness in the muscles “Pins and needles” tingling...

• Introducing Same-Day Joint Replacement

  to your life. That’s the thinking that drove us to develop same-day surgery techniques for hips, knees, ankles and shoulders, with the goal of getting you in and out quickly. Back to your own bed, your own home, your own friends – so you can get back to...

• Can a standing desk reduce my back pain?

  three steps first: Work on your sitting posture. Try to sit in a neutral position with your lower back straight and your shoulders pulled back. Improving your sitting posture alone may be enough to reduce low back pain. Add lumbar support. Place a small...

• Returning to Golf Post-Quarantine

  certainly deteriorate after a long layoff. Flexibility – Start off with some simple flexibility exercises emphasizing your shoulders, neck, and core. Yoga is one form of exercise which can quickly and painlessly improve your range of motion and...

• Spine Exercises for Pain and Prevention

  Posture Focusing on good posture will help you maintain a neutral spine. Stand up and lift your chin slightly. Your ears, shoulders, hips, and knees should all be aligned. Keep your spine straight and avoid twisting. Maintain this alignment throughout...

• How to Prevent Injuries this Holiday Season

  you’re traveling or welcoming out of town guests, there’s usually a lot of luggage that goes with it. Neck, back, and shoulder injuries can occur from lifting a suitcase - or a box of decorations, or those big holiday gifts. Follow a few rules of thumb...

• Top 10 Stretches for Sciatica

  knee, keeping your lower back on the floor. Pull your knee down towards your chest and in the direction of your opposite shoulder. Repeat this with the other leg. Repeat two to three times on each side. 3. Reclining Pigeon Pose Lay flat on your back and...

• Alleviate Winter Joint Pain

  we have a few to consider: Swimming in a warm pool: Doing laps in a local pool is a relaxing and gentle way to keep those shoulders and knees in constant motion without putting too much stress on them. Using a treadmill or exercise bike: While the...

• John's Story - Rotator Cuff Repair

  did you choose Rothman? I chose Rothman because my son had been in a serious car accident and needed an operation on his shoulder. His surgeon was Dr. Lazarus for whom I have great respect. Describe your experience. When I needed rotator cuff surgery...

• Lorry’s Story – Degenerative Arthritis

  Very professional, yet personal and compassionate. Everything ran smoothly. In addition to both hips, I’ve had both shoulders replaced. The physicians and their teams are wonderful. What would you recommend to patients considering treatment? I am...