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• Golfing with Hip Arthritis and After Total Hip Replacement

  The metro NY City area is among the best golfing regions in the country, including Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk counties, populated with droves of passionate golfers. New York State is ranked in the top three states with greater than 830 public and...

• Back and Hip Pain in Athletes (Part 2): Symptoms, Evaluation and Treatment Options

  In part 1, we discussed (link here) pain in this region in active individuals can be challenging to diagnose and treat. The bottom line is a careful and detailed history and evaluation by a specialist with spine and musculoskeletal expertise. This is...

• Yale A. Fillingham, MD

  Dr. Fillingham is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon. He graduated from Dartmouth College with honors majoring in Biophysical Chemistry. He received his medical degree from Rush Medical College in Chicago where he was elected to the Alpha Omega...

• Hiking 101 from Health Professionals Part 1

  New Jersey is home to some of the most beautiful hiking trails in the world and whether you are a seasoned pro or a first-timer, there are things you must keep in mind while you are out exploring. Read below a few tips from our specialists at Rothman...

• 5 Common Questions About Lower Back Pain

  Low back pain is the most common symptom that patients will report when evaluated in the Rothman Orthopaedic Institute clinic. It can be a significantly disabling condition and patients are rightfully concerned by their diagnosis, treatment options,...

• Who Needs Cervical Herniated Disc Surgery?

  Cervical herniated disc surgery may effective for severe symptoms. The seven bones in the neck make up the spinal cervical vertebrae. This section of the spine supports the weight of the head forming a connection to the shoulders and body. Neck pain...

• Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Provides The Best Toe Nail Fungus Surgeons In Philadelphia

  Are you or someone you love experiencing toe nail fungus on one or more toes? Rothman Orthopaedic Institute is here to resolve your problem. With the most highly qualified toe nail fungus surgeons in Philadelphia, we will have you up and running in no...

• Five Facts You Never Knew About Degenerative Joint Disease in New Jersey

  Cartilage could be described as the unsung hero of the musculoskeletal system. In all of the body’s joints, it provides the smooth, gliding surface that cushions what would otherwise be bone-on-bone contact. With every step, twist, jump and bend, we...

• Discover How Patients With Degenerative Joint Disease In Delaware Are Getting The Best Care

  If you or someone you love is suffering from degenerative joint disease in Delaware, now is the time to get the facts, and the help, you need. At Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, our orthopaedic experts want to help you discover the steps you should take...

• Stop Living With Osteoarthritis Knee Pain

  If you or someone you love has been living with osteoarthritis knee pain, you are well aware of the significant effect this condition can have on your life. The pain, swelling, and stiffness, can become more than just a nuisance; over time, these...

• Knee Arthritis Symptoms: Know What to Look For

  Over 50 million people report to have been diagnosed with it. It causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints and is sourced from the root problem of inflammation. As one of the most common causes of lost time at work, this condition impacts a...

• FAQs About Joint Arthritis

  Did you know that more than 25 million Americans are affected by some form of joint arthritis? With such staggering statistics, it is almost surprising how few of those who suffer from the disorder really understand what is going on. If you or someone...

• What is Degenerative Joint Disease?

  Degenerative joint disease, or osteoarthritis, is the most common form of joint disorder. It can occur in any joint, but usually it affects hands, knees, hips or spine. According to the World Health Organization, degenerative joint disease is one of...

• Post-surgical Problem Fractures - Nonunions and Malunions

  Fractured bones that don’t heal properly can cause pain and limited mobility months and even years after the initial injury. The most common types of problem fractures are: “Nonunions,” which occur when a bone does not heal within six to nine months...

• Phillies' doc: MLB 'very focused' on concussion prevention

  In light of last week’s report on the late Ryan Freel, I decided to outline some of the measures Major League Baseball is taking to address concussions in the sport. MLB has taken a very serious, very focused stance on preventing concussions in...

• Joint Pain Series: Where to Find the Best Physician for Arthritis

  Have you been searching for the best physician for arthritis? You’re in luck. This article provides the helpful tips you need to find the perfect doctor for you! Depending on the type, location, and severity of your arthritis, you may benefit from a...

• Six Common Baseball Injuries: The Impact on a Pitcher’s Anatomy

  Baseball - it’s the great American pastime. Throughout the country, people play and watch the game at all levels - from t-ball to the Major Leagues. For baseball players of all ages who play often and at competitive levels, overuse injuries become a...

• Breaking Down Shoulder and Elbow Injuries in Baseball

  Orthopaedic injuries are very common in baseball, at all levels of the sport from youth to professional athletes. Baseball is a non-contact sport, but the physical demands that players have to meet lead to serious injuries, especially shoulder and...

• Jerry's Rothman Story - Double Knee Replacement

  For 59 years, Jerry played basketball on some of Philadelphia’s grittiest blacktops. It was his passion, his lifeline, the connection to his youth. But as the years piled on, and his knees swelled up, Jerry’s days of knocking down jumpers were...