Neck Pain
The cervical spine comprises of the first 7 vertebrae. It supports the weight of the head and allows its smooth movement. Neck pain refers to pain or discomfort resulting from abnormalities or injuries to any of the structures in the neck, including the muscles, ligaments, nerves, bones and vertebral joints. Neck pain is one of…
Read MoreTips for Optimum Joint Health
Your joints are a very important part of your body. As you age, your joints can become stiffer and less flexible due to lack of lubrication and thinner cartilage. How can you keep your joints at optimum health as you age? Here are some tips for optimum joint health: Choose your foods carefully. What you…
Read MoreMay is Arthritis Awareness Month
May Is National Arthritis Awareness Month May is recognized each year as National Arthritis Awareness Month. Arthritis is a disease that impacts more than 50 million Americans, making it the number one cause of disability in the country. That means 1 in every 5 adults, 300,000 children and countless families are affected by arthritis. These…
Read MoreShoulder & Elbow Care
In many cases, the key to full recovery from a shoulder or elbow injury is timely diagnosis and treatment. Fortunately, the physicians of Mendelson Kornblum Orthopedic & Spine Specialists are experts at diagnosing and treating a variety of conditions involving the shoulder or elbow. Common Shoulder and Elbow Conditions Our shoulder and elbow specialists diagnose and…
Read MoreNeck & Back Care
The team at Mendelson Kornblum Orthopedic & Spine Specialists includes spine surgeons and interventional pain specialists who work alongside highly skilled rehabilitation therapists to deliver outstanding neck and back care. Together, we share a unified goal: helping you achieve better physical health and return to the life you love. Common Neck and Back Problems Our spine specialists diagnose and…
Read MoreCommon Knee Problems
The orthopedic specialists at Mendelson Kornblum Orthopedic & Spine Specialists provide highly personalized and attentive care to get you up and moving again. Our board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians and rehabilitation therapists work together to stabilize and strengthen your knee, , while also reducing the risk that your activities will lead to increased or recurring damage. Don’t let knee…
Read MoreGOLFER’S ELBOW ISN’T AS GOOD AS IT SOUNDS: What’s the difference between Golfer’s Elbow and Tennis Elbow?
Pain in Your Elbow could be a detriment to your game. It’s that time of year again! Golf and tennis players are ready to play their beloved game! A common injury that affects both golfers and tennis players is an overuse injury to the elbow, known as either Golfer’s Elbow (medial epicondylitis) or Tennis Elbow…
Read MoreLet's Talk About Headaches
Did you know that 80-90% of people have suffered from headaches in their lifetime? 13% of all Americans have migraines. 20% of those have medically resistant headaches that require intervention. If headaches are treated at home, mainly with “as-needed” medication, they have a very high risk of developing medication overuse headache, which can be very…
Read MoreDid You Know SI Joint is a Significant Cause of Low Back Pain?
The sacroiliac joint (SI joint) is located in the pelvis; it links the iliac bones (pelvis) to the sacrum (lowest part of the spine above the tailbone). It is an essential component for shock absorption to prevent impact forces from reaching the spine. If you are experiencing pain and think it may be related to…
Read MoreCheck out What's Happening at MKOSS in Fall 2018!
We are proud to welcome Spine Specialists, Dr. Joel Phillips, to our practice! Find out what else has been going on at Mendelson Kornblum! Check out our Fall 2018 newsletter HERE!
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