We are pleased to announce the addition of two new orthopaedic providers to our facility. Richard J. Meagher, M.D., and Adam Sackstein, M.D., will now be seeing patients at our Woodbury location. Click the photos below to learn more about each physician. Richard J. Meagher, M.D. [...]
How do you get bunions? What are the symptoms of bunions? How can I get rid of bunions? Should I have surgery for my bunions? When should I see my doctor for bunions? Bunions are a medical condition known as hallux valgus. A bunion forms at the base of the big toe joint as [...]
What is a podiatrist? Why would I see a podiatrist? What are the most common foot issues that you treat? What are the advanced wound care issues that you use? When is surgical intervention needed with wound care conditions? What does high-risk foot care refer to? In this blog, we answer some of the [...]
What is osteoporosis? What causes osteoporosis? Can you prevent osteoporosis? What are the three warning signs you may have osteoporosis? Can osteoporosis be treated? Osteoporosis is a common disorder that makes the bones weak and more likely to break. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, 10 million Americans have been diagnosed with osteoporosis and [...]
As part of our response to COVID-19, we’re taking additional proactive steps to ensure the health and safety of anyone visiting our office so you can feel confident you and your loved ones are protected while at our office. Here are several common questions and answers addressing our increased safety measures. We’ve taken [...]
Arthritis is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States, according to the Arthritis Foundation. Some 23% of all adults in the U.S., more than 54 million people, have arthritis. The annual direct medical costs are at least $140 billion. The disease affects senior citizens, working-age adults and even children, with [...]
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a debilitating condition that causes pain and limits both range of motion and strength in the hands, wrists, fingers, and forearms. Thankfully, you can go a long way toward averting the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome with some simple adjustments to your daily routine. Below, we’ll break down 5 [...]
If you feel pain or swelling in your joints, there’s a chance you may have arthritis, tendonitis, or bursitis. Knowing which you have helps you and your doctor create the best treatment plan for your symptoms. Joint pain refers to discomfort, aches, and soreness in any of the body’s joints. Joints are the parts [...]
Arthritis is a group of painful and degenerative conditions marked by inflammation in the joints that causes stiffness, pain and limited movement. Osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis, worsens with age, and is caused by wear and tear over time. Rheumatoid arthritis, classified as an autoimmune disease, stems from the immune system attacking [...]
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, pain impacts more individuals than diabetes, heart disease, and cancer combined and is a leading factor behind long-term disability. In an effort to mitigate existing chronic pain or post-surgical pain, many individuals receive treatment from a pain management specialist in New Jersey. To help [...]
