Body Composition Measurement
Body Composition Measurement
Body composition is a term used to describe the percentages of fat, bone, and muscle tissues in human bodies. Body composition can be measured by a DXA test which is both accurate and convenient. A...
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Lifelong Basketball Athlete Gets Her Game Back
Sarah Todd had never been even slightly injured in her basketball career, which she began in the second grade and played rigorously, including training, her entire life. But in February, 2012, the 15-year-old was playing...
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Lower Leg Strength Exercises for Skiing
By Lynn Van Ost, M.Ed., RN, PT, ATC Old man winter is right around the corner, so it is time to dust off the skies and start preparing to hit the slopes! Just as in any...
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Are you ready to jump into ski season?
By: Jeremy Scott M.Ed., C.S.C.S, M.S.C.C., FMS Plyometric training can be beneficial for skiers of all skill levels to increase hip and leg power and decrease the chance of injury. A plyometric exercise utilizes the stretch-shortening...
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Why Do My Joints Ache When the Weather Gets Cold?
Many patients come to physical therapy asking why they have increased pain when it rains, snows, or just when the weather gets cold. So, why do joints ache when the weather gets cold?...
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Hand Injuries
Gregory Roth, MA, OTR/L, CHT Director of the Center for Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy The winter season is upon us. Whether you’re a skier or a snowboarder, here are some things you need to know before...
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Rush Is On To Replace Knees
At University Orthopaedic Associates, we perform both partial and total knee replacements. Over the years, we have noticed a sharp increase in the number of patients having these procedures. The advances in technology have been...
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Dr. Christopher Doumas Selected for Patients’ Choice Award
University Orthopaedic Associates' own Dr. Christopher Doumas has been selected for the Patients' Choice Award, the "honor roll of America's Favorite Doctors." Congratulations Dr. Doumas!...
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Shore Sports Medical Symposium 2012
On Tuesday, September 25, UOA hosted their annual Shore Sports Medical Symposium at the American Hotel in Freehold, NJ. The event featured UOA's Drs. Doumas, Dhawan and Hosea in the program. Dr. Doumas presented on...
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Tips for Optimum Sports & Fitness
People often try getting back into shape, and new hobbies or activities. However, sudden burst of activity unfortunately sometimes increases injury and illness risk. Pulled muscles, sprains, strains, stiffness, and sore joints as well as...
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