If you’ve had an injury before, you’re more likely to injure the same area again. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to lower your risk. Bergen Medical Associates is a multispecialty medical practice serving patients throughout New Jersey. Here, our musculoskeletal and sports medicine specialists provide injury prevention tips and explain how strength, mobility,
Read moreConstipation is common, and an occasional bout usually isn’t a reason to worry. But if you’re regularly straining, having hard stools, or going several days without a bowel movement, there may be more going on. At Bergen Medical Associates, our board-certified gastroenterologists evaluate and treat a range of digestive concerns at locations throughout New Jersey.
Read moreDigestive symptoms can affect every part of your day, but a visit with a gastroenterologist can help identify the cause and help you feel better. If you’ve never seen a GI specialist before, it’s normal to have questions about what the appointment involves. At Bergen Medical Associates, our New Jersey gastroenterology (GI) team provides comprehensive
Read moreWaking up with stiff joints can make it hard for you to do your morning routine. While occasional stiffness is common, especially after a busy day or a poor night’s sleep, persistent morning joint stiffness may point to an underlying condition that deserves medical attention. At Bergen Medical Associates, our board-certified musculoskeletal specialists evaluate joint
Read moreFatty liver disease is one of the most common liver conditions in the United States. While it affects millions of adults, most people don’t know they have it. There are usually no noticeable symptoms in the early stages. While liver disease is common, it shouldn’t be ignored. In some cases, it can cause liver scarring,
Read moreIf you’ve been told you might have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or if you’re still searching for answers about ongoing digestive symptoms, understanding the difference between Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis is a good place to start. Both are forms of IBD. However, they behave differently, require different approaches to diagnosis, and don’t always respond
Read moreIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. However, its symptoms can mimic other issues, which is why many people don’t receive an accurate diagnosis. At Bergen Medical Associates, our board-certified gastroenterologists evaluate and treat digestive conditions at locations near you in northern New Jersey. Here, we break down what
Read morePain is your body’s way of signaling that something’s wrong. But not all pain is the same. Nerve pain, muscle pain, and joint pain each have distinctive characteristics, causes, and treatments. At Bergen Medical Associates, our team of internists, orthopedics, rheumatologists, sports medicine doctors, and rehab experts helps patients with musculoskeletal conditions throughout northern New
Read moreOsteoporosis is a common condition that causes reduced bone density. Affected bones are much weaker than healthy ones, making patients vulnerable to fractures. Fortunately, reliable treatments exist that can slow or reverse the disease once it is diagnosed. Bergen Medical Associates offers treatments for a wide range of medical specialties at locations throughout northern New
Read moreExercise is good for the body, whether it’s a brisk walk or participating in sports. Without the proper precautions, however, sports and physical activities can lead to serious bodily harm. Whenever engaging in sports play, training, or a workout, it’s important to take measures for sports injury prevention. Bergen Medical Associates is a multispecialty medical
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