Hip discomfort can sneak up gradually, but it often signals something more serious than aging. Many people dismiss early hip issues as temporary soreness or stiffness. However, those subtle symptoms may be early warnings of hip osteoarthritis. Recognizing these signs early can help prevent long-term damage and keep you mobile and pain-free. At Union County Orthopaedic […]
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Many people assume a bunion is just a harmless bump on the side of the foot. But that isn’t always the case. Bunions can become painful, limit mobility, and disrupt daily activities. Knowing when a bunion has progressed beyond a cosmetic issue can help you get treatment before the condition worsens. Well known for her
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It’s easy to ignore a sudden twinge in the elbow — until it becomes a tear. Biceps tendon injuries often start with minor strain and quickly progress to pain, swelling, or even rupture. If you’re active or perform repetitive lifting, knowing the leading biceps tendon tears can help you avoid a frustrating and potentially serious
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If you have pain on the outer part of your elbow that gets worse when you lift, grip, or twist your arm, you might be dealing with more than a temporary ache. This common condition, known as tennis elbow, can affect anyone, not just athletes. Without treatment, the discomfort can grow into something more complex,
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Now a division of the largest orthopaedic private practice in New Jersey. Union County Orthopaedic Group officially formed back in 1981, when Dr. Morton Farber & Dr. Walter Pedowitz joined their practice with Dr. John Kline’s practice. At that time, they understood how the community would benefit from them coming together as one. A few
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Mina Abdelshahed, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Union County Orthopaedic Group, recently performed the first shoulder replacement surgery in New Jersey, using a new groundbreaking technology by Exactech. The surgery, which was performed at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway, used the ExactechGPS Guided Personalized Surgery application. This system allows a more precise placement of
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You love your workouts, weekend hikes, or recreational sports leagues. But if you’re over 40, your body doesn’t bounce back quite like it used to. Sore knees after a pickup game? Lingering shoulder tightness after tennis? These signs aren’t just normal wear — they’re your body’s way of telling you it might need help from
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Your morning routine shouldn’t begin with stabbing heel pain. But for many adults, especially those who are active or on their feet all day, persistent heel discomfort is all too familiar. While it may be tempting to ignore the symptoms and push through, untreated heel pain can worsen over time. This blog will help you
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Most people experience a stiff or sore neck from time to time. But how do you know when it might be more than just a strain? Some signs could point to a more serious condition that requires expert evaluation. Here, we cover red flags you shouldn’t ignore, what they could mean, and when to seek
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Persistent pain in your neck or elbow might not be coming from where you think. For many individuals, shoulder injuries are the hidden source of discomfort radiating into neighboring joints. Understanding the link between these regions is key to finding relief that lasts. At Union County Orthopaedic Group, a division of OrthoNJ, patients have relied on our trusted
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