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• ACL Injury Prevention Strategies from the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Knee Experts

  ACL injuries are one of the most common and detrimental disruptions in the lives of athletes at all stages. The risk can be especially high for women, who are seven times more likely to incur an ACL injury. If you or someone you love is interested in...

• Joint Series - Blog 3: Do I Need a Joint Replacement?

  Joint replacement surgeries are generally considered to be safe, effective treatment options for more severe cases of arthritis in the major joints. Find out if it’s right for you... If chronic, nagging joint pain has you trying every possible...

• Nutrition Month tips from Ciara Beck, MS, RD

  There is no better way to celebrate National Nutrition Month than with a spring cleaning! This weather may still be cold and gloomy, but these 5 tips will not only brighten up your day, but get you on track for a healthier, happier Memorial Day...

• When to See a Shoulder Specialist in White Plains

  Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late! Learn When to See a Specialist For many people, maintaining a healthy lifestyle doesn’t require much effort. If your body is functioning properly, why worry about the possibility of developing health conditions? At...

• Five Ways to Prevent Shoulder Injuries from Your Orthopaedic Specialist in Manhattan

  Learn How to Stay Healthy and Prevent Shoulder Injuries The primary role of every orthopaedic doctor is to provide expert care to patients. What about a doctor’s other responsibilities, such as teaching patients about their bodies, how they function,...

• Everything You Need to Know about Rotator Cuff Tear Treatment in NYC

  Where to Go for Rotator Cuff Tear Treatment NYC Patients Trust The Shoulder & Elbow and Sports Medicine Specialists at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, of course! Every year, approximately two million people in the United States visit their doctor with a...

• What to Expect from a Total Hip Replacement: Your 5 Biggest Questions Answered

  Hip replacement surgery has become increasingly common in the United States in recent years, especially among younger adults. And its popularity is only growing. A recent study conducted by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons found that the...

• Preventing Sports Injuries During the Preseason

  The fall sports season is approaching, which means training is in full effect. Strength and conditioning during preseason is essential to ensure your body is prepared and equipped to handle long practices and games, as well as to increase flexibility...

• How Technology Use Affects the Spine

  Back pain is the single leading cause of disability around the world. Nearly 65 million Americans have reported an episode of back-related pain in the 2018, and the number figures to grow in coming years. The back is a complex structure to understand,...

• Kelly’s Story

  In 1982, I was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis at the age of two. At the time, most people were not aware that children could get arthritis—in fact, the same holds true today! When I was younger, I was treated with baby aspirin for a while...

• Total Shoulder Replacement Surgeons Recommend 3 Ways to Avoid Surgery

  Where the head, or “ball,” of the humerus (arm bone) meets the glenoid “socket,” the rotator cuff works to hold these bones in place. In addition to the rotator cuff, which is made up of four distinct muscles, a ligament referred to as the “O-ring”...

• Total Shoulder Replacement Surgeons Recommend 3 Ways to Avoid Surgery

  Where the head, or “ball,” of the humerus (arm bone) meets the glenoid “socket,” the rotator cuff works to hold these bones in place. In addition to the rotator cuff, which is made up of four distinct muscles, a ligament referred to as the “O-ring”...

• When to Seek Hand and Wrist Arthritis Treatment on the Lower East Side

  Arthritis forms when the cartilage in one of your joints wears away or becomes damaged. Cartilage functions as a “shock absorber,” and, without it, bones may rub painfully against one another. This may cause inflammation and a host of other...

• Meniscal Tear: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments for Ridgewood Area Patients

  Everything You Need to Know About a Meniscal Tear and How to Treat It The moment an injury strikes on the court, field, trail, or rink, you’ll want to be prepared. Understanding how your body works when you exercise and which sports injuries you are...

• Rothman Athletic Trainers Reinforce Sports Medicine in Schools and Communities

  Rothman Orthopaedics' sports medicine program in New York is completely comprehensive, involving the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries due to athletic activity. Our full team approach includes an athletic trainer,...

• A Guide to Spring Hiking

  After spending so many winter days inside, the warmer temps have us craving nature more than ever. And with hiking being one of the best ways to immerse ourselves in the great outdoors, it’s understandable why many of us will try to spontaneously take...

• Treatment Options for Knee Arthritis

  What is knee arthritis? Knee arthritis encompasses a large spectrum of different diseases that cause degeneration of the structures of the knee and affect function of the joint. As the structures of the knee are damaged by arthritis, patients can...

• 4 Signs That You Should Consider Knee Replacements

  If you are experiencing pain in your knees, or if you find it getting harder to move around like you used to, it is never too early to consult with your doctor for an evaluation. Preventative care is essential for the long term health of any joint,...

• FAQs: Total Knee Replacement Procedure

  Are you preparing for an upcoming total knee replacement procedure? If so, then chances are you have a few questions concerning what to expect on surgery day and the weeks following it. If you are a patient receiving care from Rothman Orthopaedic...

• Get the Facts About Your Feet From a Podiatrist in Philadelphia

  Stability. Movement. Support. These are just some of the many reasons we rely on our feet every single day. Over the course of a lifetime, the impact of all of this walking, running, and even standing can add up to a significant amount of wear and...