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FAQs About Torn Meniscus Treatment Options
You’re a busy person who likes to keep moving, doing the things you need and want to do. From chores to sports, dancing to driving your car, you need your knees to supply strength and support every day. But, if you knee pain is slowing you down, you...
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Joint Series - Blog 3: Do I Need a Joint Replacement?
Joint replacement surgeries are generally considered to be safe, effective treatment options for more severe cases of arthritis in the major joints. Find out if it’s right for you... If chronic, nagging joint pain has you trying every possible...
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Total Knee Replacement Procedure
If you are suffering from pain or stiffness in either of your knee joints, whether this is due to an injury, a degenerative disorder, or normal aging processes, perhaps you are considering a variety of treatment options. For many patients, relief from...
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Are You Looking For Digital Deformities Physicians in South Jersey?
If you or someone you love has a deformity in the fingers or toes, you are probably searching for the best digital deformities physicians in South Jersey. Whether this condition is congenital (has been present from birth) or is a new development, there...
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Not Your Grandma's Hip Replacement
Are you struggling with persistent hip pain that restricts your daily activities? Hip replacement surgery, or total hip arthroplasty, could be the solution to restore your mobility and improve your quality of life. At Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, we...
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Helping Hand - Dr. Ilyas's Visit to Pakistan (Part 2)
On this most recent trip to Pakistan, Dr. Ilyas had a tight schedule once on location. In October, his trip to Pakistan was broken down like this: Day 1- Review patient cases and determine who he could help Days 2-5 – Operate on as many patients as...
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4 Signs That You Should Consider Knee Replacements
If you are experiencing pain in your knees, or if you find it getting harder to move around like you used to, it is never too early to consult with your doctor for an evaluation. Preventative care is essential for the long term health of any joint,...
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Why Should You Choose the Best Orthopedic Urgent Care Near Voorhees?
What’s orthopedic urgent care, and how is it different from the ER? Whether from playing sports, falling the wrong way, or another type of accident, orthopaedic injuries happen in the blink of an eye. If you or a loved one has suffered an orthopaedic...
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Rothman Doctors Can Help Those With Neck Pain in South Jersey
When patients complain of neck pain, they are referring to two types of pain; muscular and vertebral. There are seven doughnut-shaped bones in the upper torso connecting the lower spinal column to the skull. Because we count on our neck to offer us a...
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FAQs: Total Knee Replacement Procedure
Are you preparing for an upcoming total knee replacement procedure? If so, then chances are you have a few questions concerning what to expect on surgery day and the weeks following it. If you are a patient receiving care from Rothman Orthopaedic...
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Joint Pain Series: Answers to Your Top Questions on Joint Replacement Recovery
Your joint replacement recovery will be as good as your commitment to staying healthy and following your surgeon's instructions. In case you needed some incentive, remember that proper recovery can yield decades of pain relief! Just in case you missed...
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How to Prepare for the Recovery Time for Spinal Fusion
If you are suffering from the pain and discomfort of a debilitating condition related to your spinal vertebrae, spinal fusion surgery may enter the conversation as a potential option for relief. Once you and your doctor discuss this operation and...
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Herniated Cervical Disc Surgery
Surgical procedures may be considered in the event that conservative therapy does not bring about sufficient improvement in symptoms (that is, pain, numbness, tingling, and/or weakness in the arms). Surgery should also be considered when there is...
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Get Pain Relief From an NYC Hand Surgeon
We Offer Comprehensive Treatment for Complex Hand Conditions No matter your age or what you do for a living, you use your hands throughout each day. When something goes wrong with your hand or wrist, this can seriously interfere with your regular...
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What You Need to Know Before Your Total Hip Replacement Surgery
Every day, hundreds of people across the United States undergo a total hip replacement surgery. If you have consulted with your physician and determined that you are a candidate for this operation, you are certainly not alone; however, knowing that...
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Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty: Recovery
Don’t remain uninformed about what recovery from bilateral total knee arthroplasty requires. When an individual’s mobility is limited and routine activities are disrupted by knee pain, it is possible that nonsurgical treatment methods may not restore...
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Torn Meniscus - Signs, Symptoms and Treatment
For athletes or sports fans, the term “torn meniscus” is a fairly common one – probably because, for those playing contact sports, knee injuries are some of the more frequent injuries in general. However, even for those who aren’t involved in contact...
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What To Do About Torn Cartilage in Knee
Between the femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin bone), the knee joint works as a hinge. Both ends of these bones are covered with cartilage, which provides a thick cushion between the two, ensuring that the bones beneath do not rub together painfully....
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Common Questions About Recovery from Total Knee Replacement
Recovery from total knee replacement does not have to be a long and difficult process, but it certainly can be a source of anxiety for any patient, regardless of age or physical condition. The good news is that, within a few weeks to a few months after...
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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...