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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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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.
Patient StoriesWeight loss surgery transforms a young woman’s lifeBrianna used to look at photos of herself and she couldn’t recognize the girl in the picture. One year later after weight loss surgery, she marvels at her new body—and mindset.
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New non-opioid painkiller offers hope & safer relief
A breakthrough in pain relief: Journavx® is the first new class of non-opioid pain meds in 20+ years—FDA-approved and designed to block pain without addiction. Could this be the future of pain management?
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Mental WellnessHow nutrition can boost your moodYour diet should help you thrive, not feel deprived. Explore a fresh approach to food and feeling well with tips from Atlantic Health System.
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.
Mental WellnessIs it burnout or overwhelm? How to tell the differenceIf you’re feeling exhausted, irritable, and sad, it may be signs of overwhelm -- or burnout. An Atlantic Health expert explains the difference between the two, and how you can rebalance your life.
Healthy LivingHow to know when a wound is infected—and what to do about itMinor cuts and scrapes typically heal on their own. But Atlantic Health experts say when redness, swelling, and pain creep in, it’s time to talk to a doctor.
Recipes5 ingredient creamy peanut butter dip Looking for a delicious snack to make with your kids? This five-ingredient, creamy peanut butter dip paired with fruits and crackers is sure to be a hit.
Mental WellnessWhat does it mean to be sober curious?The sober curious movement is changing how people think about alcohol. Discover its health benefits and simple ways to start drinking more mindfully.
Healthy LivingIndigestion and IBS: Are they related?While they share a few of the same symptoms, indigestion and irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, are different conditions and require different treatments.
Mental WellnessShould you talk to someone? Taking the first step toward mental health careSeeking help for mental health is a brave step. If you’re considering talking to a therapist, here are a few things to consider first.
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