Understanding Tylenol, Advil, and Aleve: A Parent’s Guide A Quick Note: When it comes to over-the-counter medicine, we highly encourage you to talk to your doctor about what you are using or plan to use. It's not a good idea to take advice about medicine on the internet without consulting a medical professional. The information […]

Why Does My Knee Pop? Common Causes and When to Get Help Learn why knees sometimes pop, when it’s usually harmless, and when it may signal a problem. Common causes include gas bubbles or tendons snapping, but popping can also point to joint issues. Explore simple at-home steps that may help, and know when it’s […]

Pain On the Outside of Your Knee Could be IT Band Syndrome. You don’t have to be a marathon runner to feel that nagging ache on the outside of your knee. The important thing? It might not actually be your knee. It might be a tight IT band, and unlike joint injuries, it requires a […]

At Princeton Orthopaedic Associates, your journey to better mobility and less pain doesn't end at the clinic doors. We’re thrilled to now offer Prescribe FIT, an innovative, insurance-covered virtual health coaching program that brings real, lasting change right to your home. Whether you’re preparing for surgery, recovering from one, or simply hoping to reduce joint […]

Living with Plantar Fasciitis You know the pain well. As you rise from bed every morning, you place your feet on the floor, only to be greeted with a sharp, stabbing sensation in your heel. It's like a jolt that reminds you that the pain isn't gone yet. After walking around for a few minutes, […]

Morton's Neuroma: What It Is and How To Manage It What Is Morton's Neuroma? If you've ever felt like you're walking on a pebble, experienced burning pain in the ball of your foot, or a stabbing pain between your toes, you may be dealing with a condition known as Morton's neuroma. Morton's neuroma happens when […]

What Is Orthopedic Urgent Care? Orthopedic urgent care is a an urgent care that is a specialized service designed to provide immediate medical attention for injuries and conditions affecting your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Unlike a general urgent care facility, orthopedic urgent care is staffed by providers specializing in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal […]

Are you wondering, "Why do I have a bump on my wrist that hurts?" Ganglion cysts, fluid-filled sacs that develop outside joints or along tendons, are usually benign but can occasionally cause discomfort. Understanding what a ganglion cyst is, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options can help you make the quickest recovery.  Why you can […]