The New York Bone & Joint Specialists Blog

5 Orthopedic Conditions Affecting Feet You Should Know

You put a lot of pressure on your feet every day, and sometimes they ache. Here’s what you can do about it. Your feet may be the hardest working joints in your body. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons reports that every mile you walk puts 60 tons of pressure on each foot, so it’s […]

Post-Holiday Fitness Recovery: Easing Back into Exercise Safely 

The holidays are over. Now, it’s time to get your stiff muscles and joints back into shape. The holiday season is over, and after the rush of shopping, cooking, and parties, you’ve likely returned to your normal daily routine. That means restarting the exercise program you may have neglected during the holidays. But how can […]

Understand and Alleviate ‘Tech Neck’ with These Exercises

Love your smartphone, but it’s giving you neck pain? These tips and exercises can help you relieve your pain and enjoy your mobile devices.

Traveling Tips for Orthopedic Health This Winter

Don’t let orthopedic pain stop you from enjoying the holiday vacation season. Instead, follow these tips so you can travel in comfort.

How to Alleviate Winter Joint Pain

Cold weather doesn’t have to cause achy joints. Here are some practical things you can do to reduce winter joint pain.

What Makes a Good Pair of Orthopedic Shoes? 

Do your feet ache all the time? It might be time for orthopedic shoes.

What is Regenerative Medicine for Orthopedics?

Regenerative medicine uses the body’s own cells to heal injuries. Can it help you? If you’ve torn a tendon or suffer from chronic joint pain, regenerative medicine could be the answer to avoiding surgery. A fairly recent development in medical treatments, regenerative medicine uses the body’s own cells to promote healing and reduce pain from […]

Ergonomic Essentials for a Healthy Spine: Tips for Proper Sitting and Lifting

Does your back hurt after work? It could be due to how your workplace is designed.

A person sits on the grass, surrounded by flowers, with a small trowel for gardening.

Gardening Tips for Joint-Friendly Outdoor Activity in the Summer

Like other physical activities, gardening can be tough on your joints. But it doesn’t have to be if you utilize these joint-friendly tips.

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Preventing Common Summer Sports Injuries

Summertime is a great time to exercise, but just like in any season, that exercise can cause some common injuries if you aren’t careful. Check out these tips on how to avoid them! 

Woman doing home workout class

Tips for Preventing Common Home Workout Injuries

Working out at home is a great way to stay fit, but home workouts can also lead to some common injuries if you aren’t careful. Learn how to prevent them.

Patient speaking to orthopedic surgeon

Key Questions to Ask Your Orthopedic Surgeon

The best way to feel confident going into your orthopedic surgery is to make sure you have all the information possible beforehand. Here are the questions to ask!

Woman holding her knee in pain

Knee Pain: A Common First Sign of Orthopedic Trouble

Your knee might not actually be the root cause of your knee pain. In fact, knee pain could be a sign of orthopedic trouble in another part of your body. Learn more.

Man holding painful shoulder

What is a Labral Tear in Your Shoulder?

Does your shoulder feel painful? Is the joint hard to move? It could be because of a labral tear.

Man holding wrist

TFCC Tears: What Are They and How Are They Treated?

While you may not often think about the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) in your wrist, there’s one scenario where it will instantly become top of mind: when it gets torn. Learn more about the tears and how to treat them.

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