Orthopaedic Blogs

What Causes Sciatica?  What is Sciatica? Sciatica is a sharp, shooting, radiating pain that starts in the lower back or hip and runs down the back of the thigh, buttocks and possibly into the calf. Sciatica ranges from mild to severe and in some cases, can be...

In less than 8 months, Dr. Ahmed Siddiqi helped over 100 patients transform their lives with new joints, using robotic surgery.March 30th, 2022 Dr. Siddiqi specializes in Joint Replacement of the Hip & Knee and has quickly become a renowned expert in the field of...

Dr. Anthony Petrosini NamedNJ Top Doc 2020  The Orthopaedic Institute Brielle Orthopaedics is proud to announce that one of our orthopaedic surgeons have been recognized for their skill, experience and commitment to patient care. Dr. Anthony Petrosini has been...

New Jersey Foot and Ankle Specialist Cautions That Neglected Ankle Sprains Can Lead To More Serious Injury  The Orthopaedic Institute Brielle Orthopaedics is a New Jersey orthopedic surgery center staffed by a team of physicians with specialties including sports...

How an Orthopedic Specialist Treats Knee PainKnee pain is aggravating at best and debilitating at worst. The key to effective knee pain treatment is an accurate diagnosis. At The Orthopaedic Institute Brielle Orthopaedics, our Board Certified and Fellowship Trained...

What in Total Shoulder Replacement?  Total shoulder replacement is a surgical procedure that treats severe shoulder osteoarthritis that does not respond to nonsurgical treatment options. At The Orthopaedic Institute Brielle Orthopaedics our Shoulder Specialists...

2 Common Shoulder Injuries That Can Be Treated with Arthroscopic Surgery  Shoulder injuries are common because the shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body. Nonsurgical treatment options like rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and physical therapy treat...

Vertebral Arthritis Risk Factors  To prevent a disease, it is important to identify risk factors. Knowing vertebral arthritis risk factors enables you to take preventive measures and live a long, symptom-free life. Of course, it is important to see a spine...

Hip Arthritis Signs and Symptoms  The hip is a large weight-bearing ball and socket joint that moves and stabilizes the torso and lower body. Hip arthritis is a common condition that slowly destroys hip cartilage and tissue and causes the bones of the hip to rub...

Four Orthopaedic Institute Surgeons Named New Jersey “Top Docs” for 2016  Dr. John M. Tozzi View ProfileDr. Laurie Glasser View ProfileDr. Gregory Roehrig View ProfileDr. Nicholas Jarmon View ProfileThe Orthopaedic Institute Brielle Orthopaedics is proud to...

Is It My Shoulder or Neck?  There is nothing worse than pain that limits your ability to perform daily activities and few things are more limiting than neck or shoulder pain. In many instances, patients have a difficult time deciphering whether their pain is a...

How Do I Know if I Need a Hip Replacement?  Your hips allow you to perform a wide range of activities. However, when pain, discomfort, and stiffness threaten your way of life, it may be time to consider hip replacement surgery. Of course, not all types of hip...

Orthopaedic Institute Brielle Orthopaedics Named Tier One Physician Practice in the OMNIA Horizon Hospital NetworkThe medical team at Orthopaedic Institute Brielle Orthopaedics is pleased to announce a change that can significantly reduce costs for patients covered by...

What's a PCL Injury and How Is It Treated?  Because ACL tears are more common, PCL tears don't get as much attention - but that doesn't mean they aren't serious. In fact, PCL tears can be just as (if not more) debilitating as ACL tears. Here's everything you need...

Everything You Need to Know About How Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is Treated  Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a non-injury related condition that affects the wrist, hand, and fingers. The most common symptoms are: Tingling Numbness Shooting pain Should you be...

What's Hip Impingement Syndrome?  Hip pain can limit a person’s ability to function and live a normal life. For an athlete, it can also decrease athletic performance and sideline you. A common cause of hip pain is Hip Impingement Syndrome. Here’s everything you...

When Should I See a Pain Management Specialist?  You’ve probably heard of Pain Management Specialists.  You probably even know someone who has been helped by them. But that doesn’t help if you're experiencing intolerable pain. The question that you (and many...

How Can a Pain Management Specialist Relieve Chronic Back or Neck Pain?  Research is showing that pain is more complex than physicians once thought. Psychology, sociology, genetics and many other factors play an important role in how pain is perceived and...

Everything You Need to Know About Shoulder Replacement Surgery  You might not know it, but knees and hips aren’t the only joints that suffer from arthritis and may need to be replaced. . . Total shoulder replacement (TSR) is a commonly performed procedure that...

OIBO’s own Dr. Michael Lospinuso was named as one of New Jersey Top Doctors in Orthopedic Spine Surgery by New Jersey Monthly.