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Orthopedic doctors answer your most common questions
Discover expert answers to common orthopedic questions and take the first step toward better mobility and doing what you love. Our experienced doctors are here to help you feel confident about your orthopedic care.
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Orthopedics6 exercises to help relieve back painIf you are experiencing lower back pain that seems to persist, a few daily exercises could bring some relief. These simple strengthening and stretching exercises help keep your muscles balanced and build your core - so your back is protected.
OrthopedicsWhy good footwear mattersYour choice of shoes matters. Supportive footwear not only aligns your feet and ankles, but also helps relieve back and knee pain. An Atlantic Health foot and ankle surgeon explains.
OrthopedicsOrthopedic care: knowing your optionsOrthopedics may feel like a vast medical specialty that’s hard to wrap your arms around. But understanding it is key to getting the right care. Learn more.
OrthopedicsHow to find the right orthopedist for youYou may feel overwhelmed looking for care for your bones, muscles or joints. Atlantic Health experts share how to find the right orthopedist for you.
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Scott H.'s Story
Imagine freezing away knee pain—literally. Discover how one man found instant, drug-free relief with iovera®, a cutting-edge cold therapy that changed his life weeks before knee surgery.
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Healthy LivingFinding new life after a liver transplant After a shocking diagnosis of end-stage liver disease, 69-year-old Joe found hope and healing through a life-saving liver transplant and expert care at Overlook Medical Center and NYU Langone.
Patient StoriesA teacher’s triumph: From brain tumor diagnosis to recoveryWhen 46-year-old Mandy talked with doctors about her headaches that seemed to persist, she never imagined they were being caused by the unthinkable—a brain tumor.
Patient StoriesA man survives multiple cancer diagnoses, helps others do the same After eight years of battling cancer, 70-year-old Tony is now cancer-free. He shares a powerful message of hope, crediting expert care and holistic therapies for his remarkable recovery and survivorship.
OrthopedicsLife-changing pain relief using the body's response to coldA new therapy for osteoarthritis called iovera® provided Scott H. dramatic results firsthand a few weeks before his scheduled knee replacement surgery.
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Healthy LivingFinding new life after a liver transplant After a shocking diagnosis of end-stage liver disease, 69-year-old Joe found hope and healing through a life-saving liver transplant and expert care at Overlook Medical Center and NYU Langone.
NutritionDecoding food packaging: what do the buzzwords really mean?Do food labels like “natural” and “lite” really help you make healthier choices? Find out what these buzzwords actually mean from an Atlantic Health System registered dietitian.
Healthy LivingAvoid heat exhaustion this summerIncreased activity in the summer could result in heat exhaustion or heat stroke,. Take the advice of some of Atlantic Health System’s top experts and stay healthy as you get moving this summer.
Healthy Living5 things to consider when choosing a sunscreenWhat should you look for when choosing a safe and effective sunscreen? With all the brands on the market today, here are a few simple tips to help make sunscreen shopping a little easier – and to keep your skin well-protected this summer.
Healthy LivingIs it heartburn?Is it heartburn, acid reflux or GERD? Learn how to tell the difference, what symptoms to look out for and how to treat this common condition.
Healthy LivingWhat you need to know about tick bitesTicks are looking for a warm host to feed from — even as the weather cools. Here’s how to dress properly to avoid tick bites in woods and grasslands. And, if you do find a tick on your body, here’s what you need to know to stay safe.
OrthopedicsHow your posture impacts your healthPoor posture while walking, sitting or even sleeping can result in chronic back, neck or hip pain. We have tips to help you stand tall and feel great.
Orthopedics5 stretches you should do every dayMost people skip stretching, but a few simple exercises each day can help prevent injury, preserve your flexibility and improve your mobility.
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