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• Getting a Total Ankle Replacement Procedure vs. Having Ankle Fusion Surgery

  The ankle is referred to as the tibiotalar joint because it is where the bones of the lower leg (fibula and tibia) and the top of the foot (talus) meet. Like all joints, this one receives its fair share of wear and tear over the years and is prone to...

• What to Do if You Dislocate Your Shoulder?

  What to Do if You Dislocate Your Shoulder: The shoulder joint is made of the humerus (ball) and the glenoid (part of the scapula – the socket). It has the most range of motion of any joint in the human body, and for that reason can sometimes extend...

• UCL Repair Revolution: Advancing Care for Throwing Athletes

  Introduction Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injuries are becoming increasingly prevalent among young athletes, particularly in throwing sports such as baseball. These injuries can severely impact a player’s ability to throw with velocity and...

• Privacy Policy

  Privacy Policy Rothman Orthopaedic Institute is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website https://rothmanortho.com, or engage with our...

• The Nation’s Top Spine Surgeons Practice Right Here at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute

  The nations' top spine surgeons practice at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute and are known for their expertise in getting patients back to healthy, active, pain free lifestyles as soon as possible. Their years of experience and cutting edge research make...

• A Checklist to Determine: Do I Need Total Hip Replacement?

  Hip pain is a common complaint among active, elderly or injured patients who are dealing with damaged cartilage or fractured bones. Dozens of potential treatment options exist, including many non-surgical approaches and for many people, those options...

• Three Reasons Why It’s No Surprise: Where to Get Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty

  If you have been dealing with consistent pain, swelling and stiffness in both of your knees, you’re probably frustrated and wondering whether this is a condition that you’ll suffer with for the rest of your life. We’re here with some good news! Pain...

• How to Avoid A Twisted Ankle this Winter

  The Facts About Twisted Ankle Injuries this Winter Sports Season Skiing, snowboarding, ice hockey, and ice skating are part of the winter sports season. It is important to enjoy your time this winter, but being aware of possible injuries keeps you and...

• 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,...

• How to Choose the Right NYC Spine Doctor: Six Key Tips

  Spinal Care Requires Precision and Expertise. Learn How to Find the Right Physician. You may not realize it, but so much of what you do depends upon the health of your spine. Without orthopaedic spine health, your ability to move every day, from...

• 6 Winter Hiking Tips

  Temps may have dropped in New York but some of the most beautiful scenes in nature can be taken in during a winter hike. Whether you’ve been wanting to go for a winter hike or if you’re just interested in trying something new, we have some tips that...

• Ingrown Toenails

  An ingrown toenail can present with a range of pain, from “a little tender” to “severely painful.” The cause of the pain stems from the corner or border of the nail pressing or digging into the skin around it. It can occur simply because of the natural...

• Three Factors Achilles Pain Tendonitis Surgeons Recommend You Consider Prior to Surgical Treatment

  The largest, thickest, and strongest tendon in the body is the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. This tendon supports all stress, exertion and force of exercise. Common activities like running can stress your tendon up...

• Achilles Tendinitis: the Weekend Warrior’s Weakness

  Reduce your risk of Achilles tendonitis with some simple best practices. Weekend warriors might best be defined as workers in predominantly sedentary jobs who take to the fields for strenuous sports and activities on their days off. These bursts of...

• Spring Exercise: Mobility for Tennis and Golf

  This blog is the second in a series of 3. To read the first blog please click here. Common compensations with your tennis or golf swing can be brought on by limited mobility and strength. The exercise routine below will bring you through a series of...

• The Latest in Hip Replacement with Rothman Florida Surgeon Dr. Petrie

  While we may not realize it, we use our hips for just about everything in our daily lives. They are the joints that allow us to run, walk, and even stand, making them directly responsible for many of the movements we find to be commonplace as adults....

• The Art of Running

  Running is a sport that requires very little equipment and can be done at any time. Just lace up your sneakers and you’re ready to go! But running in any competitive fashion requires much more focus and effort, particularly if you are considering...

• Discover the Answer to Your Question, "Do I Need Total Ankle Replacement?"

  We workout to strengthen our muscles and we drink milk to keep our bones strong. We even take care of our skin, our hair and our nails, but some parts of the body just don’t get much attention. For example, no one even thinks about the ankle until it...

• Who Needs Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery and How Does It Work?

  Rothman Orthopaedic Institute protects your back health with comprehensive preventive care and surgical treatment. Neck pain can be caused by a number of reasons – from improper posture to injuries to cervical disc disease – and while many conditions...

• How Winter Sports Can Cause Stiffness and Soreness in the Neck Muscles

  Causes and Remedies for Neck Injuries Sustained from Winter Activities This winter season, long days on the slopes or at the rink can take a toll on your body. Aches, pains, and muscles strains are all normal injuries to sustain after a day full of...