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• 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...

• Tom - Knee Replacement

  On Friday, October 16th 2015 Dr. Eric Levicoff performed a left knee replacement surgery on me at Bryn Mawr Hospital, which went very well. I was released to go home on Sunday, October 18, 2015. On Thursday, October 22, 2015, I was admitted to the...

• Non-operative Finger Sprain Treatments

  In consultation with your Rothman physician, treatment may include: Rest - Avoid using the injured finger. Ice - Apply ice or a cold pack to your finger for 15-20 minutes, four times a day, for several days or until the pain and swelling goes away. Ice...

• 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...

• Carissa's Story - Broken Arm

  Name: Carissa Winn Hometown: Bridgeport, PA Carissa’s Specialty: Roller Derby Why did you choose Rothman? I didn’t know much about Rothman, but when I went there, I noticed that they worked with the Philadelphia Eagles and a lot of big-name athletes. I...

• What exactly was Bynum doing in Germany?

  Newly acquired 76ers center Andrew Bynum has yet to make his on-court debut in Philadelphia, but he’s been the hottest topic around Doug Collins’ team this preseason. Bynum traveled to Germany last month for a procedure known as Orthokine that is...

• Joel - Knee Replacement, Florida

  I was born bow-legged and with age and arthritis it became worse and extremely painful. After getting full length X-rays, it was determined I had 19 degree varus. I was unable to walk more than two blocks and unable to participate in activities I...

• Liz's Story - Bilateral Hip Replacement

  Name: Elizabeth Guida Hometown: Lewes, Delaware Elizabeth’s Specialty: Massage Therapist Condition: Arthritic spurs on both hips Treatment: Bilateral Hip Replacement Why did you choose Rothman? My hips were in constant pain and I was suffering from...

• Rothman Soon to be Running the Best Urgent Care Clinic for Orthopedics

  Rothman Orthopaedic Institute is the largest orthopedic specialist group in the greater Philadelphia region. The doctors at the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute have been serving the residents of this area for over forty five years and are excited to...

• Summer Sports and Pre-Season Tips from an Athletic Trainer

  The summer months and pre-season are regarded as a dangerous time of the year as student athletes who have taken some time off tackle their training for the upcoming season, not to mention the threatening heat. Athletic trainer Jason Luty takes us...

• Beach Volleyball Injuries: The Unexpected Shin Splints

  Learn how to properly prepare for summer sports with some easy everyday choices. Beach volleyball, while a highly popular sport for the summer months, is an example of improperly preparing for a sport in order to prevent injury. Beach volleyball is...

• Non-operative Bunion Treatment

  Symptomatic relief may be obtained by applying ice to the feet for approximately 15 minutes at a time, three to four times during the day. This will help reduce the pain and swelling. The proper footwear is also essential in relieving the discomfort of...

• Ryan's Story - Shoulder Replacement Surgery

  Name: Ryan Verricchio Hometown: Wilmington, DE Specialty: Being an Eagles Fan Condition: Left Shoulder Tear Treatment: Shoulder Replacement Surgery Why did you choose Rothman? I chose Rothman because they treat the Birds, they’re the best of the best!...

• 4 Things to Know About Total Hip Replacement

  If you had never suffered from pain in your hip, you’d have probably gone your entire life without ever thinking much of that joint at all. You probably wouldn’t have known that the hip is a truly essential support mechanism for the rest of your body....

• 5 Tips for Combatting Inflammation

  Inflammation is the body's natural response to protect against harmful bacteria, heal an injury, or fight an infection. Typically inflammation resolves during the healing process, unless the inflammation is chronic, which can be linked to a number of...

• What to Expect During Your Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery Recovery

  If you and your doctor have determined that a total shoulder replacement surgery is the right step for you to take toward relieving your pain and restoring the range of motion in your shoulder joint, you probably have a lot of questions regarding the...

• Is My Cell Phone Giving Me Neck Pain?

  If you have noticed increasing soreness and pain in your neck, upper back and shoulder area, it may be due to excessive cell phone use. The condition, called “text neck” is due to excessive time with the head and neck in a flexed position, the position...

• FAQs About Joints & Cartilage Injuries in Bucks County

  It’s shiny, but tough; smooth, but strong; flexible, but stable. It’s articular cartilage and it’s the reason our joints are able to move with ease and function without pain. Not only does cartilage provide shape and structure to various parts of the...

• Non-operative Achilles Tendon Rupture and Tendonitis Treatments

  Achilles Tendon Rupture Immediate evaluation is recommended. Crutches may be needed to help walking. A cast may be necessary for a small, partial tear. The cast will keep the ankle from moving. Achilles Tendonitis Achilles tendonitis can develop into a...

• OrthopaediCare

  Now we both share the Rothman name The physicians of OrthopaediCare are proud to become part of the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, one of America's most acclaimed orthopaedic groups. The level of care and compassion you've received from us will be...