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Orthopedists share their best tips.

By Jancee Dunn

When I was younger, I used to spring out of bed. Now, it’s more like a slow heave — my knees and hips protesting as I release a middle-aged groan.

But I’ve gotten some relief by stretching for five minutes each morning. I picked this tip up from Dr. Gbolahan Okubadejo, a spine surgeon in New York and New Jersey. He told me that he’s been doing this every morning to keep his joints and muscles limber. Now I do the same.