An Overview of Ankle Injuries While an ankle injury is often categorized as a sports injury, it can happen to anyone, at any time, and under any circumstance. An ankle injury may also result from: Falling or tripping, landing poorly or awkwardly after a jump, rolling, twisting or oddly rotating the ankle, sudden impact from a motor vehicle accident. The type of ankle injury you may be experiencing is dependent on the tissue or bone that has been damaged. Ankle Sprain When an ankle...

When considering an orthopedic doctor in NJ, conducting research on an individual and his/her practice before scheduling an appointment is a sensible way to find the right fit for you. Knowing what to look for in a physician, what his/her credentials stand for and how his/her practice operates is key in choosing the ideal practitioner. Below is a breakdown of how physician training works to help you know what to look for in a physician and practice. 1. Residency Formerly known as an...

Proudly serving northwest New Jersey and Pennsylvania, The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey is a complete orthopedic practice with a multi-disciplinary team of physicians offering comprehensive care for the orthopedic needs for you and your family. Our physicians and staff provide compassionate, personalized care for all musculoskeletal injuries and conditions through effective diagnosis and creation of a customized treatment and preventative care plan. We continually integrate the latest...

After an orthopedic injury occurs, knowing where to receive the medical attention you or a loved one need can make all the difference. It’s important to know the distinctions between emergency room and orthopedic urgent care services so you can make the best decision for appropriate care. Having all the facts on hand when disaster strikes can aid in receiving prompt and accurate treatment, ensuring a faster recovery. Orthopedic Urgent Care Orthopedic urgent care centers are a unique...

Introduction to Lyme Disease Does your family plan to spend time outdoors this summer? The outdoors can be a fun and exciting way to get out of the house, but it’s important to be prepared, as wooded areas can harbor ticks and ticks can carry Lyme disease. Lyme disease, caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, is an inflammatory disease transmitted from the bite of an infected blacklegged (or deer) tick. Since ticks are most active during the summer months, the majority of...

Fast, Cost-Effective and Definitive Orthopedic Assistance Without an Appointment The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey is proud to announce the addition of our new orthopedic urgent care services beginning May 1, 2015 at our Roxbury location in Succasunna, New Jersey. We are the first orthopedic practice in northwest New Jersey to offer an urgent care center designed exclusively for emergency orthopedic care, with walk-in hours for all of your immediate orthopedic needs. No appointment...