Eric Armstrong, ATC, PTA, PES is a certified athletic trainer and physical therapist assistant at The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey. He has extensive experience in both high school and collegiate-level training, so we sat down with Eric to get his point of view on the latest and greatest in the concussion world… Q. Given that concussion is a “hot topic” in sports medicine these days, is there any new research that has piqued your interest? A. Concussion has sort of...

The spine is the most vital component of the skeleton. Comprised of approximately 33 individual vertebrae, 120 muscles, 100 joints and 220 ligaments, the spine has an incredible ability to bear the bulk of the body’s weight. Because the spine is so complex yet so impactful, keeping it in optimal health is an absolute necessity. To do so, here are five helpful tips: 1. Maintain Good Posture While this may seem self-explanatory, there’s more to good posture than simply sitting up...

CEDAR KNOLLS, NEW JERSEY (October 5, 2015) – The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey is pleased to announce the opening of a new location in Morristown beginning today at 218 Ridgedale Avenue, Cedar Knolls. The Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey is adding Morristown to its lengthy list of locations throughout northwest New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania, making it one of the largest orthopedic practices in the area. “We are very excited to be adding another convenient location to our...

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...