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• 5 Facts to Know About Wrist Fractures

  If you have experienced a wrist fracture, you probably have a number of questions about your condition, treatment options, and the outlook for your recovery. At Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, our wrist fracture physicians have extensive experience in...

• The Facts About Non-Operative Meniscal Tear Treatment in South Jersey

  The meniscus plays a very important role in the proper functioning of your knee. Made of a strong substance called fibrocartilage, it acts as a shock absorber as you walk, run, and jump. In fact, a large percentage of your body weight is distributed...

• An Inside Look Into the World of a Phillies Doctor: Sports Medicine at its Finest

  In anticipation of the upcoming Philadelphia Phillies season, the organization granted the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute unprecedented, behind-the-scenes access to their medical team. Dr. Michael Ciccotti, Chief of Sports Medicine at the Rothman...

• PCL Reconstruction: A Promising Solution for a Lesser Known Knee Injury

  In the back of the knee, there exists a small, but important ligament – the posterior cruciate ligament, or commonly, the PCL. It is one of four major bands that stretch across the knee joint, connecting the bones of the upper leg to the bones of the...

• McKenna, ACL/LCL Reconstruction

  Hello, my name is McKenna Dowd and currently I am a junior in High School. High school is suppose to be filled with fun and great memories, but for me I have been struggling with an ACL and LCL injury with partially tearing my meniscus. I am a three...

• What Are the Most Common Winter Injuries? And How Can I Stay Safe?

  Winter presents new opportunities for injury. Here’s how to protect yourself and your family. As the days grow shorter, the weather turns colder, and the last few leaves shiver on the tree branches, our thoughts turn to the excitement of winter....

• Don’t Run into Orthopaedic Injuries While Running in the Sand

  Few runners can pass on the opportunity to run on the beach while staying at the shore. Before enjoying beach running, it’s essential to understand the risks barefoot running and running in sand poses and how those risks can be mitigated....

• Do You Need Knee Injury Treatment?

  Unsure When to See a Knee Doctor? Here’s How You Know. Whether you run, bike, lift weights, or compete in any other athletic activity, you are probably well aware of the risk of injuries. Regardless of the type of exercise you participate in, injuries...

• Knee Surgeons Offer Top Prevention Tips

  As orthopaedic specialists, we see a wide range of conditions, injuries and diseases here at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute. We have teams of specialists that focus specifically on the spine, the hands and wrists, the feet and ankles and on and on....

• What To Expect From Physicians For Achilles Tendonitis In South Jersey

  If you or someone you love is suffering from the pain of Achilles tendonitis, it is important to seek out an experienced foot and ankle physician. However, before you make your appointment, you probably want to know what to expect from physicians for...

• Introducing Same-Day Joint Replacement

  Get back to what you were – by getting back home faster Everyone agrees that reducing stress reduces recovery times. And what reduces stress? Being around the things you know, the things that make you comfortable. And minimizing the disruption to your...

• Your FAQs: MCL Tear Specialist in Gramercy Park

  MCL Injuries Have a Good Prognosis with Proper Treatment Ligament sprains are one of the most common knee injuries among athletes. The medial collateral ligament (MCL) and lateral collateral ligament (LCL) are located on each side of your knee. If...

• Five Questions Soccer Players Should Ask Their Physician For Patellar Tendinitis

  Ask these questions at your appointment to make sure you’re getting all the facts. The smell of the grass on the field, the feel of the wind rushing past you as you run, the joy of a game well played, the comradery of the team: all these things make...

• Rider University, Capital Health and Rothman Orthopaedics Partner to Support Health, Well-Being of Rider Students and Employees

  An innovative partnership between Rider University, Capital Health and Rothman Orthopaedics will provide healthcare services for students and staff on the school’s campus in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. As the official health care partner of Rider...

• Exploring Both Surgical & Non-Surgical Treatment Options for Mallet Finger Injuries

  Mallet finger injuries are common tendon injuries that involve the finger joints. There are two types of mallet finger. A soft tissue injury is due to a disruption of the tendon as it attaches on the bone, and a bony injury results from an avulsion...

• Joey - ACL Reconstruction, Torn Meniscus

  UPDATE: I was able to return to play hockey again and played my first Juniors game November 11 in the USPHL Premier with the NJ Rockets in which I gained my first assist. I am still currently playing for The USPHL Rockets Premier and have played 18...

• When Would I Need Meniscal Tear Treatment on the Lower East Side?

  Why Meniscus Tear Treatment? Did you recently hear or feel a “pop” in your knee? Even if you can still walk with the pain, it’s quite likely that you could have experienced a meniscal tear. This injury is common among athletes and can also occur in...

• Ankle Sprains in Lacrosse Players: The Complete Guide

  Everything you need to know about one of America’s most common injuries You’re running down the field cradling the ball when you pivot around a defender and your ankle rolls. The pain is instant, but you’re determined to stay in the game. While many...

• Top 10 Stretches for Sciatica

  Top 10 Stretches for Sciatica Patients dealing with sciatica understand just how frustrating and painful it can be. More of a nagging pain than anything, sciatica can be enough to hold you back from a simple game of basketball, your normal workout...

• Answers to Eight Common Questions About Cartilage Injuries In Limerick

  Cartilage may be a small part of our body’s overall anatomy, but it plays a big role in helping us move and complete basic, everyday activities. When healthy joints move, there is very little friction, therefore, no pain. However, when joints are...