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• When is it Time for a New Knee or Hip?

  Injury, disease or overuse can cause the body’s joints to break down over time, especially the hips and knees. But when does the pain and restricted movement reach the point where you should consider joint replacement surgery? In the past, joint...

• Relief for Hip Arthritis in Philadelphia

  Arthritis of the hip can have a profound effect on your daily life, including your ability to walk, sit or stand comfortably, climb stairs, perform housework, and enjoy your daily routine. If you or someone you love suffers from hip arthritis in...

• John, Hip Arthroscopy, Labrum Repair, NJ

  Following fall cross country season my junior year of high school, I started noticing stiffness in my hip. It wasn't anything significantly painful, but it felt as though the muscles in my hip were suddenly shorter. That winter, I had to pay extra...

• Torn Labrum: Anatomy, Injuries & Treatments

  Torn Labrums Are Commonly Experienced by Athletes. Learn More About These Injuries. The hip provides support, stability, and mobility for athletes and non-athletes alike. These functions are essential for everyday activities and absolutely critical to...

• The Best Exercises Post Joint Replacement

  your replacement joint. You’ll begin to regain your strength as time goes on. If you at any time experience knee pain or hip pain (aside from general soreness), stop the movement completely. Follow your orthopaedic doctor and your therapist’s...

• 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...

• When to Consider Surgery for Joint Pain

  and retain their desired quality of life. Orthopaedic providers are well trained in caring for patients with knee and hip pain and are committed to offering patients a variety of treatments that follow evidence-based medicine and are proven to be safe...

• Peggy & Marianne's Story

  Name: Peggy Waddington Hometown: Haddonfield, NJ Specialty: Being an Eagles Fan Condition: Hip Pain Treatment: Hip Replacement Why did you choose Rothman? I knew 3 people who had hip replacements at Rothman and all had great results. Describe your...

• Spring Exercises: Strengthening for Tennis and Golf

  As the mobility exercises become easier, you should practice progression exercises to increase your strength. These exercises shouldn’t be painful or too difficult, but they should be challenging as you push your body. If you experience any pain during...

• Joint Pain with Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Ponzio

  Have you ever wondered more about your orthopaedic surgeon and what led them to their life in medicine? Get a behind-the-scenes look into a day in the life of Rothman Institute orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Danielle Ponzio as she answers some of the most...

• George - Joint Replacement

  as an electrician and playing a few more out on the golf course, George’s life demands mobility. But in December 2015, hip pain threatened to put him out of commission. He saw a specialist and got an injection, but his pain remained. He knew he needed...

• 6 Top Body Stretches for Flexibility

  The main role of stretching is to keep your muscles strong and flexible, preventing tears and muscle damage. Keeping muscles loose and healthy also allows them to hold your weight rather than allowing it to fall on your joints. If your muscles become...

• Linda's Story - Spine Surgery

  where she gets the stamina to handle raising two teenagers. Until one day in August when she was out for a run, and severe hip pain pulled her up short. After a visit to her chiropractor and an MRI revealed damage to her spine requiring surgery, Linda...

• 6 Common Dance-Related Injuries

  In 2019 Rothman Orthopaedics was be the official Orthopaedic Partner and Provider of the Radio City Rockettes. The holiday season is in full swing, which means the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes, presented by Chase, is kicking...

• Outpatient Total Joint Replacement in the Surgical Center Setting

  Outpatient Hip and Knee Replacement: A New Era in Orthopaedic Care Just a decade ago, the idea of going home the same day after a hip or knee replacement would have seemed far-fetched, even risky. Today, outpatient total joint replacement is not only...

• 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...

• Spring Exercise: Mobility for Tennis and Golf

  This blog is the second in a series of 3. To read the first blog please click here. Common compensations with your tennis or golf swing can be brought on by limited mobility and strength. The exercise routine below will bring you through a series of...

• Five Signs You Should See a Joint Specialist

  Ideally, all of the parts of the human body would always function harmoniously. This harmony that allows you to walk, run, lift, bend, twist, and reach is not at the forefront of your mind when everything is working smoothly. However, when one body...

• For Joint Surgery in South Jersey, Go to Rothman Orthopaedic Institute

  Has joint pain simply become a regular part of your daily life? If so, you may have already tried a variety of non-surgical approaches, such as rest, medication, physical therapy or nutritional supplementation. You may have even resorted to simply...

• How the Rothman Research Foundation Is Transforming Orthopedic Care

  Advancing the Science of Movement: How the Rothman Research Foundation Is Transforming Orthopedic Care The ability to move without pain is something many of us take for granted, until it’s compromised. Whether it’s walking up the stairs, returning to a...