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• 3 Causes and 3 Solutions for a Torn Ligament in Knee

  The experts at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute know that being informed about your injury is critical to getting the treatment you need. If you believe you have experienced a knee ligament tear, this overview of causes and treatments is a helpful asset....

• 7 Tips from Summer Runners for Beach Running Injury Prevention

  Tips for summer runners to keep us all safe in in the summer sun! During summer vacations, many people bring their exercise regimens with them to the beach, including running and marathon training. While running on the soft sand cushions the lower...

• What Is Tommy John Surgery?

  Tommy John Surgery 101: Everything You Need to Know “What is Tommy John surgery?” The Shoulder & Elbow and Sports Medicine specialists at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute receive this question from athletes often. We decided to compile our physician’s...

• Your Guide to Getting Better: Post Knee Surgery Recovery

  So, you’ve been told your knee condition requires surgery. Now you’re wondering just what exactly this procedure entails and how long your recovery process will be. Will you need physical therapy? When will you be able to get back to playing the sports...

• Getting Serious About Sports-Related Heat Exhaustion in Fall Athletes

  Sports medicine specialists at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute are committed to helping local athletes stay safe during preseason and avoid heat related illness, such as heat exhaustion. We think of watching football and soccer in the cool, crisp fall...

• Before Surgery Always Do This One Thing: Pursue Nonsurgical Spine Treatment

  This article is your “at a glance” overview of the most effective and most commonly prescribed nonsurgical spine treatment methods. Whether you’re suffering from a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or some other condition, your back pain is enough to...

• Understanding Soreness and Bruising

  Orthopaedic injuries and certain conditions may cause soreness and bruising. Wintertime athletic activities are well-known to be a common cause of soreness and bruising. From downhill collisions during skiing to slips and falls on the ice while...

• 6 Top Body Stretches for Flexibility

  The main role of stretching is to keep your muscles strong and flexible, preventing tears and muscle damage. Keeping muscles loose and healthy also allows them to hold your weight rather than allowing it to fall on your joints. If your muscles become...

• It’s Not “Just” an Ankle Sprain

  As foot and ankle surgeons at Rothman Orthopaedics, we see it happen all the time—one minute a person is walking, the next, they misstep and “twist” their ankle, landing them on the ground and eventually into our office. Sprained ankles are painful and...

• 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...

• Five Facts You Never Knew About Degenerative Joint Disease in New Jersey

  Cartilage could be described as the unsung hero of the musculoskeletal system. In all of the body’s joints, it provides the smooth, gliding surface that cushions what would otherwise be bone-on-bone contact. With every step, twist, jump and bend, we...

• Most Common Football-Related Shoulder Injuries 

  The high contact involved in football makes it one of the most physically demanding and taxing sports in the US today. The force players endure when being tackled by their opponents makes them prone to injuries at any part of the body. Among these...

• 4 Most Common Basketball Injuries

  Since its invention in 1891 by YMCA teacher Dr. James Naismith, the game of basketball has seen immense growth. From peach baskets on a small gym wall, to powerful dunks in front of millions of fans, the sport has rapidly changed from what it once was....

• You are what you eat!

  It has taken me quite some time to realize the value of a healthy well balanced diet. There are many aisles in the grocery store that no one has any business going down. In my practice, I evaluate and treat patients with neck and back pain. My goal is...

• Spring Sports Preview: Baseball is just around the corner

  Though snow covers the ground and temperatures dip below freezing, make no mistake—spring and baseball are just around the corner! It behooves any committed ballplayer, young and old alike, to begin the appropriate preseason conditioning. This requires...

• Q&A Concerning Recovery Time for Bilateral Total Knee Replacement

  Before ever leaving the hospital, most bilateral total knee replacement patients have practiced walking the halls, climbing stairs and performing simple exercises - all with assistance, of course. In the weeks following surgery, patients should...

• What to Look For in a Yardley Knee Surgeon

  Yardley patients can rely on Rothman Orthopaedic Institute for superior knee surgery. There are no shortage of reasons why a patient may need a Yardley knee surgeon. Perhaps they are an aging patient with osteoarthritis who has decided to pursue knee...

• The Rundown on Achilles Tendon Injuries

  If you are a competitive or recreational athlete, chances are you have either personal or second hand experience with Achilles tendon injuries. Although only the full ruptures in professional athletes tend to dominate the news, injuries Achilles tendon...

• When to Consider Surgery for Joint Pain

  Many times, when patients experience hip and/or knee pain, they don’t know where to turn. I have heard patients express reluctance to seek care because they are worried that a provider will only recommend surgery to address their problem. While many...

• What to Do When You Break a Bone

  Breaking a bone is a serious and scary situation that can happen to anyone in a number of different ways. The most common way a bone breaks is through a traumatic event like a car accident, a fall, or a sports-related injury; however, a broken bone can...