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Is a Lumbar Epidural the Right Solution for My Pain?

In the clinic, I’m frequently asked whether or not an epidural is a good solution for my patients’ lower back issues, sciatica, leg pain, numbness and/or weakness. “Tom, will an epidural stop my pain and discomfort?”   The answer to that question, in all honesty, is that no one really knows for sure. (**If yourContinue Reading »

Rutgers S.A.F.E.T.Y. Clinic Course

Rutgers S.A.F.E.T.Y. Clinic Course

The Rutgers S.A.F.E.T.Y. Clinic (Sports Awareness for Educating Today’s Youth™) is a three-hour program that meets the “Minimum Standards for Volunteer Coaches Safety Orientation and Training Skills Programs” (N.J.A.C. 5:52) and provides partial civil immunity protection to volunteer coaches under the “Little League Law.” (2A:62A-6 et. seq.) This clinic will be presented by Tom Willemann,Continue Reading »

Back to School Tips – Your Backpack

Back to School Tips – Your Backpack

For a more recent version of this blog check it out here: https://apexorthopedicnj.com/back-school-backpack-tips-2/ September is right around the corner, and if you have kids at home, you’re most likely getting ready for the 2015-2016 school year. As a father of three school-aged boys, I know that kids can come home with quite a bit inContinue Reading »

Managing Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Managing Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Thoracic outlet syndrome is a condition in which the nerves or blood vessels that travel to the arm and hand are compressed between soft tissues near the side of the neck. Most people are able to manage their thoracic outlet syndrome symptoms through physical therapy.  Specialized exercises can improve muscle balance and posture to lessenContinue Reading »

How to Use a Lumbar Roll

How to Use a Lumbar Roll

At Apex Orthopedic Rehabilitation we provide a McKenzie mechanical examination for patients who suffer from low back pain, herniated or bulging disks, sciatica, leg and arm pain, weakness, and “numbness” for the spine and extremities. A pillar of treating an orthopedic and sports condition is understanding what delays or halts the healing process. Poor posture in sittingContinue Reading »

Healing Spinal Fractures Without Surgery

Healing Spinal Fractures Without Surgery

The thought of “breaking your back” is pretty scary, but more than 700,000 people a year fracture their spines and do not even realize it. In fact, many of them brush off the symptoms (backaches, loss of flexibility and a tendency to appear “hunched”) as a normal part of aging. While such fractures may notContinue Reading »

Exercise: Solo, Duo or Group?

Exercise: Solo, Duo or Group?

Some people view their workouts as a chance to grab some personal, meditative time, while others think of exercise as a social event. Some find that they adhere better to an exercise routine if they work out with a friend or family member. Does exercising alone or with others make a difference to your health?Continue Reading »