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Most Common Basketball Injuries And How To Treat Them

Rear view of a high school basketball player dribbling the ball up court during a varsity game close up.

Basketball is the most popular youth team sport in the U.S. Thankfully, injury rates are relatively low compared to other sports such as football, lacrosse, and wrestling. Basketball injuries have a slightly higher incidence in females than males. What Are Some Of The Most Common Basketball Injuries? The most common basketball injuries occur in the […]

The Most Common Dance-Related Injuries

Ballet dancer with their toes pointed

Why Are Dancers Susceptible To Injury?  Like any athlete, dancers are susceptible to injury because this is a very demanding physical activity. Dancers’ joints perform repetitive movements, sometimes for several hours a day. This can lead to overuse injuries. Dance gives participants little time for recovery because it is a year-round sport (no off-season). It […]

What To Look For In A Pediatric Orthopedist

Dr. Samara Friedman

Children often have accidents, sports injuries, or musculoskeletal conditions that require the attention of a pediatric orthopedist. But what should parents look for when choosing a pediatric orthopedist for their child’s care? What Does A Pediatric Orthopedist Do?  A pediatric orthopedist is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal problems in […]

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Verify the date and time of your appointment. You may be required to complete new patient paperwork or provide personal information prior to being seen by your doctor. Please arrive approximately 30 minutes prior to your appointment time.

Confirm the address and location of your appointment. The Pediatric Orthopedic Center has four convenient locations in New Jersey. Confirm with the front desk staff the office location for your visit.

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Urgent Care for Acute Injuries (Cedar Knolls)

Expert pediatric orthopedic care, no appointment needed. Our board-certified specialists are here to swiftly treat your child’s orthopedic needs, saving you time and worry.

Walk-In Hours Update

*Urgent and Acute Injuries Only during Urgent Care/Walk-in Clinic hours. To find out if your child’s injury qualifies for a walk-in visit, click here. A walk-in fee will apply to any after-hours visits that are not scheduled in advance.

Monday:

Regular Hours: 9am-5pm
Walk-in Hours* (Cedar Knolls): 5pm-8pm

Tuesday:

Regular Hours: 9am-5pm
Walk-in Hours* (Cedar Knolls): 5pm-8pm

Wednesday:

Regular Hours: 9am-5pm
Walk-in Hours* (Cedar Knolls): 5pm-8pm

Thursday:

Regular Hours: 9am-5pm
Walk-in Hours* (Cedar Knolls): 5pm-8pm

Friday:

Regular Hours: 8am-5pm
NO walk-in hours.

Saturday:

Walk-in Hours* (Cedar Knolls): 10am-2pm

Sunday: Closed

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