Simple Ways to Stop an ACL Tear
There's no question that ACL injuries are dreaded by athletes. These injuries occur when a tear or sprain happens... read more
Tips to Prevent Arthritis in Elderly Patients
Arthritis is a condition that can cause swelling, pain, stiffness and decreased range of motion. There are more than... read more
How a Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection Can Relieve Pain
A cervical epidural steroid injection (cervical ESI) is a steroid injection that goes into the epidural space around the... read more
The Best Pain Management Techniques for Arm and Elbow Injuries
If you're experiencing arm or elbow pain, there are a number of issues you might be dealing with. It... read more
All You Need to Know About a Rotator Cuff Injury
Rotator cuff injuries are painful and bound to make your life pretty miserable. Because you need your shoulders to... read more
How Do Athletes Deal with Shin Splints
The term 'shin splints' refers to pain along the shin bone or the large bone in the front of... read more
Feeling Numbness in Your Fingers: Here’s What it Could Mean
Have you been experiencing numbness in your fingers? This uncomfortable feeling can cause tingling, prickling or burning sensations. Due... read more
Do’s and Don’ts of Exercising with Back Pain
Many people experiencing back pain are surprised to learn that exercise is something they should still be doing. When... read more
Is There a Difference Between Acute Pain and Chronic Pain
Pain is a sign that something is wrong in the body. Acute pain happens suddenly and lasts for less... read more
5 Ways PRP Therapy Can Help You
With advances in medical science, researchers are learning more about the powers of the human body. This includes the... read more
Can Cold Weather Increase Pain
Now that the weather is getting colder, you may be feeling more stiffness, aches and pains. It's unclear why... read more
Can Stem Cell Therapy Ease Back Pain
Millions of people suffer from back pain, making it the single leading cause of disability in the world. If... read more
5 Things Your Rheumatologist Wants You to Know
Rheumatologists specialize in diseases that affect the joints, muscles, bones and immune system. You may have been referred to... read more
FAQs About Basketball Related Injuries
Basketball is a fun activity for just about anyone. It's one of the most popular sports in the world,... read more
Is Thyroid the Reason for Your Frozen Shoulders?
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that causes stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint.... read more
Effective Sleeping Positions to Wake Up Without Cramps
Tired of waking up with cramps? Believe it or not, there's a reason why you might be waking up feeling... read more
Helping Your Parents Get the Right Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is a type of treatment that restores and maintains a person’s mobility, function and well-being. It’s often used... read more
How Football Players Keep Away Ankle Sprains?
Football season is upon us! Whether it’s youth, high school or professional, preventing sports injuries is a critical part... read more
Suffering from Morning Back Pain
Have you ever woken up in the morning with unexpected lower back pain? Back pain is common, particularly in... read more
5 Reasons Why Your Hands/Wrist May be Hurting
Most cases of hand or wrist pain are not serious and will clear up on their own in a... read more
Types of Pain You Should Never Ignore
Pain is the body’s way of letting you know that something is wrong. At the same time, you can’t... read more
Here’s What You Probably Don’t Know About Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis is a common condition that affects the joints and discs in the cervical spine. It’s also called... read more
Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis and What You Can Do
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects the joints. In some people, it can also damage... read more
What You Need to Know About Stem Cell Therapy for Knee Pain?
Stem cells are the body's raw materials from which all other cells with specialized functions are made. Under the... read more
5 Myths About Chronic Pain
Many Americans downplay pain as a normal and inevitable part of getting older. However, chronic pain is on the... read more
Can Breathing Exercises Reduce Back Pain?
Lower back pain is not an uncommon symptom to have. Worldwide, it's the single leading cause of disability, preventing... read more
6 Best Ways For Seniors to Stay Active this Spring
When spring rolls around, the fresh air and sunshine are natural remedies for pain management. A bit of fresh... read more
How to Prevent Spring Sport Injuries?
Now that spring is here, people automatically start spending more time outdoors. The fresh air feels great and there's... read more
Lifestyle Changes to Protect Your Back
Roughly 80 percent of people will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. Fortunately, most people... read more
If You Slip On Ice Make Sure You Do This
Each year, roughly 1 million Americans are injured from falling on the ice and snow according to the CDC.... read more
How Can Sports Medicine Keep Me on the Field?
Some people are hesitant to see a sports medicine doctor because they don’t want to be told they have... read more
New Year, Same Pain? Here’s How We Can Help
There’s no question that most people have been patiently waiting for 2021. While the New Year certainly gives us... read more
Can PRP Injections Help Athletes?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a concentration of platelets made from a person’s own blood. The blood is drawn from... read more
Travel Tips for Those With Chronic Back Pain
If you’re planning on traveling in the near future but struggle with back pain, you’ll want to prepare for... read more
If The Cold Weather is Affecting Your Joints Try This
We all know that the cold, dreary weather can have an impact on our moods. But did you know... read more
Best Activities this Fall for People with Chronic Pain
As the temperatures drop and the days get shorter, some people find it tempting to stay indoors and be... read more
Foods That Could Worsen Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, along with fatigue, trouble sleeping, memory problems and mood issues.... read more
Undo The Damage Your Desk Job Is Doing to You
By now, you probably know that sitting at your desk all day is not good for your health. But... read more
Advice From A Sports Doctor: How to Prevent Injury this Football Season
Football is a sport associated with many injuries. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, nearly 300,000 people... read more
September 20th-26th is National Surgical Technologists Week
National Surgical Technologists Week is celebrated every year during the third week of September, making this year’s dates the... read more
Most Common Summer Sports Injuries and How to Avoid Them
Most of us wait all year for the summer season. After a long period of hibernation, it’s incredibly refreshing... read more
3 Summer Activities that Help with Joint Pain
If you live with joint pain, it’s important to participate in physical activity to manage your symptoms and enhance... read more
Moving Beyond Pills to Treat Joint Pain
Pain is one of the most common reasons for seeking medical care. Until recently, medications, including opioids, had been... read more
When is it Time to See a Pain Management Specialist?
How do you know when it’s time to see a pain management specialist? While most people start off seeing... read more
Benefits of Seeing a Sports Doctor?
The main purpose of seeing a sports doctor is to restore your functioning to the highest level and improve... read more
Nerve Pain vs Joint Pain Do You Know the Difference?
If you’ve been to the doctor recently for pain, you were probably asked to describe your symptoms. Even though... read more
Can Stem Cells Help with My Shoulder Pain ?
When something happens to your shoulder, it affects your ability to move freely. If you try to move your... read more
What is an Epidural injection and How can It Help Me?
An epidural injection provides temporary relief from pain or inflammation in the spine or extremities. The injection goes into... read more
What to Expect When Getting Back Injections
If you’re used to getting back pain, you already know the drill. Stay active as much as possible, practice... read more
4 Tips for Adults Managing Back Pain
Back pain may be common but this doesn’t mean it’s not debilitating. In fact, back pain is one of... read more
5 Facts About Multiple Sclerosis & How to Manage the Pain
Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a condition that affects the central nervous system. It’s considered an autoimmune disease because... read more
What is Sciatic Nerve Pain and How Can I Fix It?
Sciatica is a type of back pain that usually starts with a herniated disk in your lower spine. These... read more
Symptoms to Address for PRP/Stem Cell Injections and Preparing for Warmer Weather Activities
When it comes to innovative treatment options, PRP and stem cell therapy are at the top of the list.... read more
Symptoms Needed in Order to Get Stem Cell Injections
Are you interested in getting stem cell injections? This innovative treatment option is showing tremendous promise in treating a... read more
What is a Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection?
Are you thinking about getting a lumbar epidural steroid injection? This type of injection is used to reduce pain... read more
Effective Ways to Heal Shin Splints
Shin splints are incredibly painful, with discomfort occurring along the front of the lower leg, at the shin bone.... read more
Wrist and Knee Injuries from Skiing
Skiing is a beneficial winter sport that works the core muscle groups in your body. But, like any outdoor... read more
Winter Sports: Protecting Yourself from Brain Injuries
Each year, millions of people participate in winter sports like sledding, skiing, ice skating, hockey and snowboarding. While these... read more
How to Pain Manage Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that can occur in people with diabetes. This happens because high... read more
Diabetes 101: How to Treat the Pain
Diabetes can cause long-term problems in the body, especially if you don’t control your blood sugar levels. Elevated blood... read more
Pain Management Treatments for Breast Cancer
If you or a loved one is suffering from side effects due to breast cancer treatments, set up an... read more
Common Symptoms to Look Out for in Nerve Injuries
Your nervous system is a critical part of your body. It regulates breathing, controls muscles and senses hot and... read more
What Exactly is a Sports Doctor and What Do They Do?
Sports medicine physicians in NJ work with athletes to treat and prevent illness and injury across the state. They... read more
How My Child Can Avoid Heat Exhaustion and Sprains During Sports Practice
Playing sports is a great way for children to stay active and build self-esteem. As kids grow older, sports... read more
How to Strengthen Your Lower Pain Extremities by Walking in the Sand
Did you know that walking in the sand can strengthen your lower extremities, build muscular endurance and burn excess... read more
Protocols to Follow for Managing Chronic Hip Pain
Hip pain is a common complaint that can be caused by a wide range of problems. It’s helpful for... read more
Scoliosis Awareness Month: Jersey Rehab Can Assist with Your Chronic Back Pain
June is Scoliosis Awareness Month. Scoliosis, or curvature of the spine, is the most common spinal deformity, affecting roughly... read more
How to Treat Elbow Pain and Inflammation
Elbow pain is a common type of pain that has varying degrees of discomfort. People with inflammation may report... read more
Arthritis Awareness Month: How We Help Manage Arthritis Pain at Jersey Rehab
Arthritis is a painful condition that affects 40 million people in the United States. Due to its widespread discomfort,... read more
What is Electromyography and How Can it Help My Chronic Pain?
Electromyography (EMG) is a diagnostic procedure that assesses the health of the muscles and nerve cells. The goal of... read more
How a Joint Injection Can Help Relieve My Shoulder Pain
If you suffer from shoulder pain, you may be wondering how joint injections can help manage your discomfort. The... read more
Jersey Rehab Recognizes Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month
Jersey Rehab has been busy recognizing Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month. Every March, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of... read more
3 Key Things to Look for in a Pain Management Doctor
Are you looking for a pain management doctor to help manage your pain and improve your quality of life?... read more
How to Relieve Back Pain Through Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal cord stimulation may be a treatment option for back pain if other methods have failed. The goal of... read more
Its Heart Month: 5 Tips on Managing your Diet and Exercise to Keep a Healthy Heart
Most people know that February is American Heart Month, but have you given thought to how healthy your heart... read more
What is PRP Treatment and How Will it Benefit You?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a type of regenerative medicine that speeds up the body’s natural healing process. This... read more
The Important Relationship Between Stress and Chronic Pain
It’s no secret that stress and chronic pain are interwoven. In fact, one of the first questions that doctors... read more
Why We Tend to Misunderstand the Nature of Pain
Anyone who has experienced pain for an extended period of time knows how difficult it is for others to... read more
Exercise vs Activity: How these Differ When Dealing with Pain
When dealing with chronic pain, you’ll probably hear doctors, nurses and pain management specialists recommend exercises and activity. Exercising... read more
Here is How Insomnia and Pain are Linked Together
People who suffer from chronic pain often find that they have trouble sleeping. This is not a coincidence, as... read more
What is Chronic Pain?
Pain is our body’s way of telling us something is not right. It is the body’s reaction to an... read more
Does Fluoroscopic Injection Really Work for Joint Pain?
Fluoroscopic guided injections deliver medicine to the joint while using an x-ray image. Steroid shots are used mostly for... read more
3 Things You Should Know About Stem Cell Injections
Are you considering stem cell injections to treat an injury, illness, or other health-related condition? Stem cell therapy is... read more
Psychological Repercussions of Living with Chronic Pain
When a person lives with chronic pain, it begins to affect every fiber of their existence. They can’t stop... read more
Neck Pain: The Causes & Treatment Plans
Neck pain is a common complaint. It can be painful and debilitating, but it’s typically not a sign of... read more
What is Regenerative Cell Therapy and How it Helps with Pain Management?
The body has the amazing ability to heal itself. Regenerative medicine is a branch of healthcare that uses stem... read more
Travel Tips
Travel Tips Summer is a great time to take a break from work and hang out with the family. What’s... read more
Get Some Fresh Air
Can you feel it? Spring is almost here and we’re all just itching to get outside to soak up... read more
Stay Positive While Recovering from an Injury
Stay Positive While Recovering from an Injury Recovering from an injury takes time and work, and it’s important to maintain... read more
Stretch of the Day: Calf Muscles
Calves are easy to neglect but you sure notice them after a long run (especially on hills) or when... read more
Understanding When You Need to Get Help for Your Pain
Each person responds differently in the event of an injury, whether it’s caused by a single accident or overuse... read more
February is American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month and on February 2, millions of people wore red to raise awareness for cardiovascular... read more
Active Valentine’s Day Ideas
Active Valentine’s Day Ideas Chocolate, flowers, and dinner plans make for a pretty great Valentine’s Day but to spice it... read more
Ways to Stay Active in the Winter
Ways to Stay Active in the Winter Winter is great time to stay inside, catch up on reading, and eat... read more
New Year, New You
Each New Year’s Day brings about a sense of hope and renewal. It’s a fresh start for new beginnings... read more
Coming Out of the Winter Doldrums – How Your Attitude Affects Your Pain
During winter months, we always see an increase in worsening conditions. Following long periods of limited movement and outside... read more
Is Sitting the New Smoking?
If you are one of the millions of people that sit behind a desk, in front of a computer,... read more
Moving Out – Outside, That Is
There are some simple steps you can take to prevent painful strains and sprains as you increase your physical... read more
Managing Chronic Pain – Some answers to common questions
We all experience pain in our lives, whether from injury, a tension headache or just sleeping in an awkward... read more
Suffering from Lower Back Pain?
Low back pain plagues many of us and, as we age, our susceptibility increases. Many of our patients present with... read more
About Those Knees…
Our knees bear the brunt of the weight of our bodies. They help get us to where we are... read more
Obesity and Pain: The Link is Prominent
Studies are now showing that individuals who struggle with their weight also struggle with more pain. The negative results of... read more
From the Doctor’s Desk: Staying Fit After 50
Although women and men who have passed the 50 year mark face different health challenges, both sexes will find... read more
Oh My Aching Back! Some helpful tips until you see your doctor
It’s happened to all of us at one time or another: one minute you’re fine and the next, you... read more
Pain Management: Everyone’s needs are different
Pain Management is a specialty dedicated to the reduction of pain through a multi-disciplinary approach. Treatment is "patient-centric" and varies... read more
Tired of living with pain? When Surgery is Not The Best Option
Chronic or daily pain often becomes its own personal burden. Limited motion and decreased activity can lead to depression... read more
When Should You Call a Doctor Who Specializes in Pain Management?
Patients in pain are often confused about what type of doctor to call, and worry that perhaps all a... read more
Regenerative Cell Therapies Prove Successful in Relieving Pain
Regenerative Cell Therapies have been gaining popularity in the pain management field as effective, successful protocol for patients with... read more
How do you find the right doctor and treatment plan for your pain?
Most important in your search for the right pain management specialist, is finding the doctor who has the training... read more
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections for Patients Suffering with Acute and Chronic Pain
As you can see in this ABC newscast, some patients are finding tremendous relief from pain from platelet rich... read more
5 Ways to Treat a School Sports Injury without Painkillers RICE to the Rescue
It’s great seeing all the kids out on the fields playing sports again, now that the school year has... read more