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• Wondering “Where Do I Get Rotator Cuff Injury Surgery?” The Answer: Right Here

  Learn about the different types of rotator cuff injuries and effective treatment options. Most of us have heard of the dreaded rotator cuff injury. Particularly associated with sports or work which involves repetitive overhead motion, it can cause...

• What is Degenerative Joint Disease and How Do I Treat it?

  According to the World Health Organization, degenerative joint disease is one of the ten most disabling diseases in developed countries. It is estimated that more than 27 million Americans are affected. But what is degenerative joint disease? Given how...

• Finding Out Where to Go For an ACL Tear in South Jersey

  In this age of modern medicine, it’s hard to imagine that a simple knee injury could end the career of an athlete, but that was exactly the reality for football, soccer and basketball players of years past. Now, thanks to the decades of research and...

• Can You Really Get Spondylolysis from Playing Volleyball?

  Learn the truth about spondylolysis and other sports career-limiting back injuries. Repetitive forces and extension movements are a regular part of training and competition, meaning that some degree of back pain is to be expected for volleyball and...

• Helmets, mouthguards: Is there 'concussion-proof' equipment for fall sports?

  As the fall sport seasons begin to get underway, my colleagues and I often asked if head protection can prevent a concussion while engaged in play. Since most head protection-related questions around fall sports are directed at football and soccer,...

• My Bunion Hurts

  A bunion is a very common condition in the foot and ankle that affects approximately 23% of the population. It is most notably characterized by a painful, red, bump along the inside of the great toe. The bunion actually got its name from the Greek word...

• Don’t Ignore Injuries from Falling or Colliding During Winter Activities

  Don’t let injuries from falling or colliding during winter activities keep you down. The winter months abound with opportunities for injuries -- whether from high intensity sports, like skiing or snowboarding, or simply navigating icy sidewalks....

• Effective Treatments for Cervical Herniated Discs

  These Methods Can Provide Real Relief from Herniated Disc Symptoms A cervical herniated disc is one of the most common causes of neck pain, especially in people aged 30-50. Many times, a cervical herniated disc occurs over time as a result of wear and...

• Football-Related Ankle Pains, Sprains and Strains

  With football season quickly approaching, it's time to get excited for nail-biting games, cool weather, and cheering on your favorite team. Unfortunately, whether playing with your friends or on a team, you or your teammates will likely experience some...

• Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery: Exploring the Latest Techniques and Outcomes

  Introduction to Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery Orthopedic joint surgery that is performed in a minimally invasive fashion with a small camera and instruments is known as arthroscopic surgery. This term originates from the fact that the procedures are...

• Arm or Leg Pain Without Weakness: Causes and Solutions

  The human body is a complex and fascinating machine. Bones, muscles, nerves, blood vessels, organs and dozens of other intricate parts all play a role in keeping us healthy and functioning correctly. When something isn’t right in our bodies, we can...

• Joint Series - Blog 2: What are my Treatment Options for Arthritis?

  It’s the most common cause of joint pain. It impacts one in every five American adults. And if you have it, you need answers about treatment options for arthritis. If you read Blog #1 from this series on joint pain, you’ve probably landed here because...

• 5 Common Orthopaedic Injuries in Men

  While most issues with the musculoskeletal system can happen to both men and women relatively equally, men are treated for various orthopaedic injuries that differ from those that affect women. Being aware of these common injuries will help you to...

• Pain vs. Soreness: How to Know the Difference

  Staying active is crucial to staying healthy, but whether you’re a seasoned athlete or someone who goes for a leisurely walk for fitness, bumps in the road will come up. It’s important to know how to identify an injury before it worsens. It’s not...

• Follow-Up: Your concussion questions answered

  In the wake of injuries sustained by prominent Philadelphia athletes and an increased emphasis on awareness about head injuries, Sports Doc has devoted a good deal of coverage to concussion treatment and prevention this fall. In a follow-up to his post...

• 8 Important Facts About Soccer Concussions that You Probably Didn't Know

  If you have children who play soccer, you’re probably familiar with the term “soccer mom,” which refers to the committed parent, who spends hours of their week driving kids back and forth to practices, hundreds of dollars purchasing uniforms and paying...

• Don’t Settle for Mediocre Knee Pain Treatment in NYC

  Treatment for Knee Pain Varies Depending on the Specific Condition You Have When you have a knee injury, the best thing you can do is follow the R.I.C.E. method: rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Injuries in the acute stage benefit from these...

• Breaking Down Shoulder and Elbow Injuries in Baseball

  Orthopaedic injuries are very common in baseball, at all levels of the sport from youth to professional athletes. Baseball is a non-contact sport, but the physical demands that players have to meet lead to serious injuries, especially shoulder and...

• Rothman Wellness Programs Prepare you for Beach Season

  Summer is here, which means it's time to find those bathing suits that were stashed away all winter and get the body ready for the beach. "It's easy to put on weight during the winter months and then be surprised when you can't fit into your bathing...

• Common Knee Injuries From Running

  Over 28 million people in the U.S run weekly. Ask anyone who has been doing it for a long time and they’ll likely all tell you the same thing: going for a run can be extremely freeing. The wind is at your back, your destination is what you make it to...