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• Hand and Wrist Arthritis Treatments

  Arthritis of the hand and wrist can significantly impact daily activities and quality of life, but treatment options are available to manage symptoms and improve function. The treatment prescribed depends on various factors, such as: The progression of...

• Orthopedic Urgent Care near Reading: How To Know Whether It’s An Emergency

  Orthopaedic surgeons from Rothman Orthopaedic Institute’s Orthopedic Urgent Care Near Reading want you to empower you with basic emergency facts. Orthopedic injuries do not discriminate—they can happen to a loved one of any age or activity level at any...

• Emily, Fractured 5th Metacarpal

  On March 19 I was about 15 miles in on the 50k race known as HAT. There was a large rock on the trail and I utilized my left hand to attempt to break my fall. I got back up and kept running. The next day I had severe pain and increased swelling. I went...

• Eat Your Way to Hydration!

  Staying hydrated may seem like a difficult task on a regular cool day - on a hot summer day it becomes even more daunting. Hydration is as essential for our bodies as oil and gas are for a car. It keeps all the parts functioning properly. Increasing...

• Rothman Orthopaedic Institute at the Iron Hill Bike Race

  The Rothman Orthopaedic Institute sponsored the Iron Hill Bike Race in West Chester, PA this past Saturday, July 7th. The Rothman Orthopaedic Institute also sponsored a new series of qualifying races known as the "Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Amateur...

• Paula - Bilateral Knee Replacement

  I was in such pain I would crawl to bed at the end of the day. I was existing to go to work and did nothing else but rest to prepare for the next day. I tried my best to participate in life, I felt it slowly slipping away from me. I went to see Dr....

• 6 Tips for Vacation Running Injury Prevention

  For many, summertime means vacation and traveling. So while COVID has affected many vacation plans, some families are still in the process of planning trips. That does not mean you have to sacrifice all your hard work and fitness during your travel....

• Tips for Healthy Eating During the Holidays

  The holiday season can be a difficult times of the year for people who are trying to manage their weight. "Many family gatherings and parties involve a large selection of high-fat, high-caloric foods," says Barbara Bender, RD, LDN, a dietitian for the...

• Spring is here, get off the couch!

  It is hard to tell in the final throes of winter, with its grey skies and bone-chilling winds, but spring is here! Before we know it, we will be peeling off clothing layers and starting to think about getting in better shape for the spring and summer...

• Gail, Total Knee Replacement

  I like to say that my doctors at Rothman saved my life twice. Just 6 weeks ago Rothman did a total knee replacement on my right knee. I am doing great now and almost back to my normal lifestyle. Prior to the knee replacement I had a very active...

• Rothman Narrative - Bill Sorrentino

  Overview In 1966, I had ankle surgery due to a sports injury. It lasted 50 years! As I began having difficulty walking, I decided to research what if anything could be done. I was hoping that I wouldn’t have to have an ankle fusion as I wanted to...

• A Future Orthopaedic Surgeon Visits Rothman Orthopaedic Institute

  In late September, we read an impressive story in the Philadelphia Inquirer about a bright young man named Carlos who sought out a more fufilling education for himself. At the age of 10, Carlos applied to area charter schools by himself and even wrote...

• Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery

  Hip and knee replacement are among the most common and successful orthopaedic surgeries. The indications for these surgeries are well established and their overall success documented by extensive research. Substantial pain relief and improvement in...

• Don’t Let Lower Back Pain Near Philadelphia Interfere With Your Lifestyle

  If you’re like most locals, you’ve got plans for the coming months and many upcoming activities and events to enjoy. Part of the advantage of living in the Philadelphia area is that you have access to a wide variety of fun things to do and see - right...

• Find the Top Rated Surgeon for Hip Replacement Near You

  Take a minute to think about your daily routine and the part your hips play in helping you accomplish simple tasks. When you get out of bed in the morning, your hips allow you to twist, bend and support your weight as you stand. Next, you walk toward...

• Shoulder Arthroscopy: What to Expect

  Shoulder pain can be debilitating and make everyday tasks difficult to complete. Whether you’ve experienced a direct injury or woke up one day with shoulder pain, there are many treatment options available. One common minimally invasive repair is a...

• Concussion Guide

  Concussion, Don't Play With It Concussions are serious, especially in younger athletes whose brains haven't yet fully developed. And sustaining a second concussion before healing from the first - second-impact syndrome - can be fatal, or lead to severe...

• Ulnar Shortening Osteotomy

  I began to experience pain in my right wrist last July (2016). The way I would describe the pain as simply as possible, is that every time I would turn my right in a circle, the pain & sensation of muscles pulling and stretching would take over my arm...

• Non-operative Muscle Strain Treatment

  The goal of any treatment and rehabilitation program is designed to relieve the pain, restore the normal range of motion, and restore the muscle’s inherent strength. R.I.C.E. (which represents Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation), is the most common...

• Philip, Lumbar Spine Laminectomy, Glen Gardner, NJ

  My story is short, and looking back it almost seems miraculous. Last spring while visiting my son, his wife and our new grandson in Sydney, Australia, I began to experience pain in my left leg. Although I was preparing to celebrate my seventieth...