The most mobile joint in the body is the shoulder, allowing for a wide range of motion and athletic ability. However, this increased toll on the shoulder also makes it significantly more prone to injury. Several factors can contribute to this risk, including: Aggressive overh...
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At Progressive Spine and Orthopaedics, Dr. Bernstein addresses a wide range of foot and ankle concerns at our state-of-the-art center, from severe trauma to bunions. What exactly is a bunion, and what causes bunions?A bunion is a bony bump on the side of the foot at the base of...
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Everyone has gone through days where they spend hours sitting in a plane or behind their desk, or carrying heavy bags around. These situations can lead to back or neck pain that lasts for days on end. Luckily, there are some techniques that can help you avoid back pain and stiffn...
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For people with arthritis, exercise may be too painful. Walking, on the other hand, is a comfortable, low-impact form of movement that most people tolerate quite well. It can serve as an excellent segue between inactivity and activity, even for those with arthritis in a weight-be...
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One of the healthiest lifestyle choices you can make is to move your body and ensure you get sufficient exercise. The health benefits are countless, and one of the only drawbacks is the risk of injury. Fortunately, there are certain simple precautions you can take to minimize the...
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Plantar Fasciitis is a common condition causing pain on the bottom of the foot. The plantar fascia is a ligament connecting the heel to the front of the foot. When this ligament is inflamed, you may experience stabbing pains near your heel. This is what is known as plantar fascii...
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Endoscopic spinal surgery (ESS) is a surgical procedure using micro-sized incisions and minute tubular systems in combination with an endoscope to visualize the surgical field. While endoscopic surgical approaches are commonly used in other areas of the body (eg, gastrointestinal...
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Until you don't have a healthy back, it can be easy to forget how important it is to have one. A strong, healthy back and spine can highly enhance your quality of life. But when your back hurts, it can create quite an impact, causing constant pain, making even the simplest...
View MoreA Chance fracture is an unstable spine fracture that commonly occurs at the thoracolumbar junction, the region of your spine where the chest meets the abdomen. It is a horizontal fracture extending from back to front through the spinous process, pedicles, and vertebral body acros...
View MoreThe intervertebral disc is a cushion of fibrocartilage and the main ligamentous stabilizing structure between two vertebrae in the spinal column. There are 23 discs in the human spine: 6 in the neck, 12 in the chest, and 5 in the lower back. These discs provide a...
View MoreIf you are suffering from back or neck pain, it is crucial for you to receive a professional diagnosis as soon as possible. Dr. Rovner is one of the best spine surgeons in NJ who has the experience and expertise necessary to help patients actualize successful outcomes with orthopedic spine surgery.
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