Whether your pain is caused by a work injury, sports injury, car accident or another cause, pain can affect every area of your life, from your mental state to your ability to work or even enjoy personal activities. Injections are…
No matter how much we plan for the future, sometimes life will intercept and grab ahold of the steering wheel, putting us in situations beyond our control. We plan on getting a job. We plan on making and saving money.…
By Bryant Acquaro PT, DPT The holiday season is often a time of joy and is supposed to be about spending quality time with family and friends; however, it’s also one of the most stressful times of the year and…
Sciatica is a common, but misunderstood, type of pain. Up to 40% of inpiduals will get it in their lifetime, and the chances of you developing it increase with age. Most inpiduals with acute sciatica have a favorable prognosis, but…
We love the holiday season here at Alliance Orthopedics and want to spread joy to the patients we care for, as well as the Old Bridge, Freehold and Matawan communities. We are so thankful for all our patients—we know how…
Spinal decompression is a medical procedure used to relieve back pain. When back pain is caused by compression or pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots, spinal decompression may be an effective method of stretching the spine and taking…
A pinched nerve develops when there is too much pressure exerted on a nerve by cartilage, bones, tendons and muscles. This pressure affects the functioning of the nerve and causes weakness, numbing, tingling and pain. A pinched nerve can be…
Physical therapy uses special equipment and exercises to help patients regain or improve their physical abilities that may be impaired by an injury. Physical therapy can help people of any age who have injuries that limit their normal capabilities. With…
When part of your body is in pain, injured or making movement difficult, you need the best orthopedic care available to get you back to your daily activities. At Alliance Orthopedics, you are treated by expert orthopedic professionals using the…
For fitness enthusiasts, experiencing some muscle soreness is a sign of a good workout. However, continuous or increasing pain may be an indication of an underlying injury, which might get worse if left untreated. The cause of your pain could…