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• Ankle Sprain Prevention & Treatment FAQ

  ‘Ouch!’ A thought we’ve all likely had at some point in our lives as we witness yet another individual fall (often literally) victim to the notorious injury we’ve come to know and love as a ‘sprained ankle’. Whether it’s a professional football player,...

• Stress Reduction Meditation & Mindfulness

  Part 1: Stress Reduction Meditation & Mindfulness Stress is a daily part of modern life and triggers a response in your body. It is your body’s response to difficult situations and is helpful in life-threatening scenarios. But ongoing, repetitive...

• Common Foot and Ankle Injuries from Football

  As football continues to grow in popularity and complexity, so does the risk of injury. It’s no secret that football’s rough nature can lead to a multitude of injuries. Trauma occurring to the foot and ankle region is among the most common injuries in...

• Innovative Osteotomies for Hip Deformities

  Hip deformities can significantly impact mobility, causing pain and limiting daily activities. These deformities may arise from congenital conditions, trauma, or degenerative diseases, affecting the alignment and function of the hip joint. Fortunately,...

• Spring Exercise: Strength and Flexibility

  Spring is the time when we all get excited about getting outdoors once again. This is also the time of year when orthopaedic surgeons typically see patients in our offices with overuse injuries from returning to exercise and other physical activities...

• What you Need to Know About Total Knee Replacement Recovery

  Whether you’re considering knee replacement surgery, or you’ve already decided, you may have questions and concerns about recovering and getting back to everyday life. Being informed about the process can help you know what to expect. This makes it...

• Weekend Warriors: Avoid Shoulder Dislocations

  With the current pandemic, the shoulder surgeons at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute are still seeing many patients near South Philly, who are engaging in recreational sports that result in shoulder instability, also known as shoulder dislocations....

• Use of Ultrasound in Orthopedics

  Use of Ultrasound in Orthopedics The musculoskeletal system is complex and requires the coordination of many bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other structures to work together for movement and function. There are various imaging procedures that...

• What is Shoulder Bursitis?

  Dr. Rocco Bassora, Sports Medicine Surgeon, walks us through the anatomy of the shoulder, how shoulder bursitis can affect it, and how to treat this painful condition. ‘What is shoulder bursitis’ is a commonly asked question, and shoulder bursitis is a...

• Rothman Orthopaedics Performs First Outpatient Total Joint Replacement at New AtlantiCare Center for Orthopaedic Surgery

  This week, I performed the first outpatient total joint replacement at the state-of-the-art AtlantiCare Center for Orthopaedic Surgery in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. This facility is phenomenal, and I am excited to announce that it is open! Its opening...

• Common FAQs About Joint Arthritis

  There are over 100 types of joint arthritis. Approximately one in three adults between ages 18 and 65 have arthritis. And as many as 91 million Americans, including those who have been diagnosed and those who have not, have arthritis. Joint arthritis...

• Five Signs You Should See a Joint Specialist

  Ideally, all of the parts of the human body would always function harmoniously. This harmony that allows you to walk, run, lift, bend, twist, and reach is not at the forefront of your mind when everything is working smoothly. However, when one body...

• Where to Get Torn ACL Treatment on The Lower East Side

  Choose Rothman Orthopaedic Institute for Torn ACL Treatment Your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of four ligaments that support the knee joint. The ACL provides rotational stability, which is essential for athletes who run, jump, and pivot...

• FAQs About Torn Hip Labrum Injuries

  Get Your Information from the Experts on What to Expect from a Labrum Tear As an athlete, you depend heavily upon your hips for support and mobility. However, an injury to the hip joint can do much more than just slow you down on the field. Hip...

• Dr. Bishop’s Tips for Staying Active While Socially Distancing

  The health benefits of physical activity are well known. These include weight management, reduced anxiety, improved immune health, reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, and promotion of bone and muscle strength. During these stressful times of social...