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New Ligament Discovered in Knee
A new knee ligament? That's what two orthopaedic surgeons in Belgium are claiming to have found in a recent study, reported by ABC News. The doctors appear to have "rediscovered" a ligament on the anterior aspect of the knee, called the anterolateral...
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Kathy, Total Knee Replacement
So glad to be retired - so unhappy to not be able to enjoy life due to a knee that was completely shot! Both cartilages had been removed in the 1970's and I was beyond bone on bone - more like bone IN bone. I was told by an orthopedic surgeon that I...
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Anita's Rothman Story - Knee Replacement
When knee pain led Anita to her local orthopaedist, he recommended she have a total knee replacement. But the procedure meant to alleviate her pain, instead only added to it. She couldn’t walk. She couldn’t garden. She was at a loss. She knew something...
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Ricardo - Knee & Elbow Surgeries
Ricardo “Animal” Migliarese (aka Rick Migliarese, born December 17, 1978) is an American born professional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu grappler and a 4th degree Relson Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt with approximately 20 years of experience in BJJ and...
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Want to Learn About Robotic-Assisted Hip and Knee Surgery from Rothman Surgeons?
Robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement surgery was highlighted in the NY Times recently, which is certainly going to generate considerable interest in a technology already in use at Rothman Orthopaedics. Rothman Orthopaedics is well-known and...
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When to Consider Knee Replacement Surgery
Life can take you anywhere, but when you begin to feel the chronic pain related to knee arthritis, time spent doing the things you love may come to a screeching halt. Whether it’s running, biking, walking, traveling, golfing or playing with your...
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Don’t Let Your Knee Pain Slow You Down: Cartilage Recovery in Bergen County
Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Specializes in Cartilage Recovery Have you experienced a meniscus tear or a traumatic injury that affects the knee cartilage? Or have years of degeneration from a chronic orthopaedic knee condition caused painful symptoms...
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The World of a Phillies Doctor: Hip, Knee & Shoulder Injuries
The World of a Phillies Doctor: Hip, Knee & Shoulder Injuries Dr. Ciccotti’s day in the training room with the Phillies is very similar to his days seeing his patients at the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute in many ways. It begins with a firm handshake...
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Minimally Invasive Knee Surgery
Hip and knee replacement are among the most common and successful orthopaedic surgeries. The indications for these surgeries are well established and their overall success documented by extensive research. Substantial pain relief and improvement in...
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Chris & Henry's Story - Knee Replacement
By the time most couples are just rolling out of bed, Chris and Henry have already put in a full day’s work. Happily married for 46 years, Chris and Henry aren’t content with just running the family farm. Whether it’s diving into the Polar Plunge or...
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Greg's Story - Total Knee Replacement
Greg is a super active super dad with three energetic kids. When he’s not coaching their soccer and hockey teams, he’s out on the rink himself. There, while playing in his adult hockey league, he dove for a ball and couldn’t get back up. The pain he...
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Partial Knee Replacement (Unicompartmental and Patellofemoral Replacement)
Your knee joint has three compartments, namely the inner (medial) compartment, the outer (lateral) compartment, and the anterior (patellofemoral) compartment under the kneecap. Arthritis (wearing out of the cartilage) of the knee can affect any one of...
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Hip & Knee Arthritis Outpatient Surgery - Home Sweet Home!
Join Dr. Arjun Saxena for a virtual discussion on outpatient surgery for hip & knee arthritis. Dr. Saxena will cover several options for managing hip and knee arthritis, focusing on minimally invasive techniques, recovery protocols, and patient...
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Loose Bodies/Spurs Surgery (Knee)
Surgical management is indicated if patients fail nonoperative treatment, the loose bodies are unstable, or if these lesions are causing mechanical symptoms leading to decreased function and pain. If the problem only involves loose bodies, arthroscopic...
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Dr. Pepe on Shore radio discussing knee and shoulder treatments
Whether you’re a weekend warrior who took a nasty hit; you fell rushing down your steps or you’ve developed pain over the years and don’t recall any specific injury – you don’t have to be sidelined by shoulder or knee pain. Host David Spatz and Matthew...
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Lindsey Vonn Suffers Knee Injury in Crash
Olympic ski champion Lindsey Vonn suffered a devstating crash while skiing in a race on Tuesday in Austria. As a result of the crash the world class skier suffered an injury to her Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) and Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL)...
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When to Have Knee Replacement Surgery — And What to Expect
"Historically we would reserve knee-replacement surgery for people who were really in the end stages of arthritis — those who literally couldn't walk and had to use a wheelchair," says Carl Deirmengian, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon with the Rothman...
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Jeff, Staged Bilateral Knee Replacement, Doylestown, PA
In his twenties, knee pain forced Jeff to give up rugby and surfing. In his thirties, he had to stop skiing. In his forties, he could no longer run. In his fifties, cycling became too painful. Finally, in his sixties, when he could no longer golf,...
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Robert - Spine and Knee Surgery
In 2012 and 2013 I had 3 different spine surgeries By Dr. Rihn. In December 2015 I had my left knee replaced by Dr. Smith and December 14 2016 I'm having my right knee replaced by Dr. Smith. I can't wait. I wouldn't be able to run my business without...
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Lynn's Story - Left Knee Replacement
Name: Lynn Fallon Hometown: Newtown, PA Condition: Left Knee Replacement Treatment: Left Knee Replacement Why did you choose Rothman? I chose Rothman based on referrals from friends, medical colleagues and reputation. I had interviewed with 1 other...