Performance Ortho

08/29/2025

👨‍⚕️ Meet the Expert: Dr. Joseph Mejia
As the Medical Director of our Watchung location, Dr. Mejia brings unmatched expertise in helping patients overcome pain and regain mobility. He is a triple board-certified, fellowship-trained physician with specialties in physical medicine and rehabilitation, pain management, and sports medicine.

With a focus on non-surgical orthopedic care and regenerative medicine, Dr. Mejia combines clinical precision with compassion, empowering patients to move forward with confidence!

📲 Ready to work with a trusted leader in orthopedic care?
Schedule your appointment with Dr. Mejia at Performance Ortho today:
👉 https://www.performanceortho.com/appointment-request/

08/28/2025

Performance Ortho is built on more than expert care, it’s about service. On Impact Day, our team volunteered with Grow a Row and harvested 26,000 lbs of food, providing 105,000 meals for families in need. We’re proud to live our mission of transforming lives with love, both in the clinic and in the community.

For more information about Grow a Row and their mission give them a visit at https://americasgrowarow.org/

08/25/2025

🦵Living with Osteoarthritis? You’re not alone.
Joint pain, stiffness, and limited mobility don’t have to be your daily norm. At Performance Ortho, we offer a range of non-surgical solutions designed to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and improve joint function, so you can move freely again without going under the knife.

Our expert team develops personalized care plans using cutting-edge techniques like injections, regenerative therapy, physical rehab, and more!

📲 Ready to explore non-surgical options for osteoarthritis?
Schedule your appointment with Performance Ortho today: https://www.performanceortho.com/appointment-request/

08/20/2025

🆕 NEW BLOG: A Patient’s Guide to Spine Care
Considering surgery for back pain or a spinal condition? At Performance Ortho, we believe in solutions that are effective, but also less invasive. In this new blog, Dr. Joseph Mejia breaks down the essentials of minimally invasive Spine Surgery, including how it works, what makes it different, and who it’s for.

Discover how this advanced technique becomes a smarter way to get long-lasting relief while preserving your lifestyle.

📖 Read the full blog and learn if minimally invasive spine surgery is right for you:
👉 https://www.performanceortho.com/minimally-invasive-spine-surgery/

Spine surgery is a highly specialized and complex area of medicine. Performance Ortho's goal is to ensure every patient feels informed, supported, and confident throughout the decision-making process.

08/18/2025

💼 Desk job? Don’t let pain become part of the routine.
Long hours at a desk can quietly lead to neck strain, back pain, and joint discomfort. At Performance Ortho, we believe prevention is just as important as treatment, especially for working professionals who want to stay healthy and productive.

Small changes can go a long way in maintaining joint health and function.

📲 Experiencing desk-related discomfort? Schedule your appointment with Performance Ortho today:
👉 https://www.performanceortho.com/appointment-request/

08/14/2025

🖐️ Regain Function. Reclaim Independence.

At Performance Ortho, our Occupational Therapy program is designed to help patients live better with conditions that affect movement, coordination, and daily activities. Whether it’s recovering from surgery or managing a neurological condition, our expert therapists deliver personalized care to support long-term success.

🎯 What sets us apart?
Our OT isn’t just about recovery, it’s about return. Let’s build strength, restore confidence, and improve quality of life, together!

📲 Ready to explore occupational therapy at Performance Ortho?
Schedule your appointment today:
👉 https://www.performanceortho.com/appointment-request/

08/12/2025

In her 70s, Mary Beth came to Performance Ortho searching for relief, and left with so much more. From her very first visit, she experienced compassionate, expert care that made a real difference in her daily life!

Today, she’s moving with confidence and joy, and she wants everyone to know: "This is where you want to be."

At Performance Ortho, we don’t just treat pain; we help patients regain independence, mobility, and quality of life.

Ready for care that truly changes lives? Schedule your appointment with Performance Ortho today:
👉 https://www.performanceortho.com/appointment-request/

08/07/2025

📚 Back to school means back on your feet.

Teachers spend hours standing, walking, and moving between classrooms, all of which can take a toll on the knees, hips, and lower back. At Performance Ortho, we want to help educators protect their joints and stay pain-free all year long.

👟 Need expert help with joint pain? Schedule an appointment with Performance Ortho today:
👉 https://www.performanceortho.com/appointment-request/

08/05/2025

👇 Let’s talk about back pain.
Chronic back pain affects more than just the body; it impacts sleep, daily routines, and peace of mind. We understand how frustrating it can be when pain gets in the way of living fully.

At Performance Ortho, we’re here to change that. With a full suite of non-surgical spine care options, we help patients move with less pain and more confidence.

📲 Ready for answers and real relief? Schedule your appointment with Performance Ortho today:
👉 https://www.performanceortho.com/appointment-request/

08/01/2025

💥 Struggling with disc-related back pain?

When inflammation around a spinal disc disrupts daily life, it’s time to explore a smarter solution. At Performance Ortho, we offer Intradiscal Injections, a minimally invasive treatment that targets the root cause, reduces inflammation, and restores mobility without surgery.

This innovative approach helps improve motion, speeds up recovery, and relieves pain so patients can get back to doing what they love!

📲 Find out if Intradiscal Injections are right for you.
Schedule your appointment with Performance Ortho today:
👉 https://www.performanceortho.com/appointment-request/

07/31/2025

Performance Ortho is proud to support the Bridgewater PBA Local #174! We attended their annual golf outing at the Raritan Valley Country Club yesterday.

Performance Ortho received a commemorative plaque for our commitment to local law enforcement and support of the outing. We want to thank PBA 174 for having us on the green and congratulate them on another successful event!

07/31/2025

👨‍⚕️ MEET THE EXPERT: Dr. Joseph M. Bellapianta, MD
With years of experience treating high-level athletes and complex orthopedic cases, Dr. Bellapianta brings the same elite-level care to every patient he sees. As a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in trauma and joint reconstruction, he is passionate about helping individuals return to the activities they love without limitations.

Whether it’s sports injuries, joint pain, or trauma recovery, his expertise and patient-centered approach deliver real results backed by clinical excellence and published research.

📲 Ready to work with a trusted orthopedic expert? Schedule an appointment today and start your journey toward lasting relief. https://www.performanceortho.com/appointment-request/