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• Returning to Activity after Quarantine

  With vaccination numbers rising and new cases of COVID beginning to decline, you have decided to get back to activity. After a year of working from home, you are ready to shed those extra quarantine pounds. Prior to the pandemic, you could run a few...

• Meet Rothman’s Newest Florida Doctors

  With today’s ever-evolving nature of medicine, it’s crucial to have doctors and physicians with the cutting-edge knowledge and experience required to provide the best care for our patients. Learn more about the newest faces at Rothman Orthopaedics...

• A Guide to Spring Hiking

  After spending so many winter days inside, the warmer temps have us craving nature more than ever. And with hiking being one of the best ways to immerse ourselves in the great outdoors, it’s understandable why many of us will try to spontaneously take...

• 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...

• EMU Health Queens announces new affiliation with internationally acclaimed Rothman Orthopaedic Institute

  EMU Health, a multi-specialty outpatient medical facility in the Glendale section of Queens, NY, has partnered with Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, a global leader in the treatment of musculoskeletal issues. This new affiliation is the latest step by...

• Tendonitis

  Tendonitis is an irritation and inflammation of the tendon or the sheath covering the tendon. Symptoms Pain over tendon Sharp and intense pain that then turns into more of an ache Possible visible swelling or “creaking” in the tendon Causes Irritation...

• Ulnar Collateral Ligament Surgery

  An ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) autograft surgery, often called “Tommy John Surgery”, is an outpatient procedure that requires harvesting a tissue graft from a tendon in the individual’s own body and reconstructing it to replace the torn ulnar...

• Non-Operative Achilles Tendon Rupture Treatments

  There are two kinds of Achilles tendon ruptures. Both can benefit from non-operative treatments like rest, activity modification, physical therapy, and more. Acute injury: A partial or complete tear caused by sudden, forceful movements such as jumping...

• What are patients saying?

  Here is what real patients think of Rothman Orthopaedics, from the physicians to the staff at the front desk: "It’s a two hour trip from my home and it’s worth every second. There’s a hypothetical question where one would ask, “would you send your...

• Olamide Oshikoya, MD, PharmD

  Dr. Oshikoya is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the treatment of shoulder and elbow conditions. He focuses on the open and arthroscopic treatment of all conditions of the shoulder and elbow including arthritis, tendon disorders,...

• Rotator Cuff Tear - Repair and Recovery

  Rotator cuff injuries are extremely common and affect up to four million people yearly. These types of injuries increase with age and commonly occur in those who play repetitive motion sports or have a job involving motions that remain the same all...

• Common Sports-Related Injuries in the Fall

  The leaves are changing, and the weather is cooling off, which means fall sports are back. Whether you are cheering on your favorite professional athlete, supporting your child from the sidelines, or gearing up for the game, it's important to be aware...

• Treatment Options For Most Common Knee Injuries

  Believe it or not, knee injuries account for about 41% of all sports-related injuries here in the U.S. And though they range from bad bruises to broken bones or torn ligaments, the truth is that nobody wants to deal with knee pain. The good, however,...

• What Does it Mean When I Hear a Pop in My Knee?

  Hearing popping in your knee can be a concerning sound, but it's not always as serious as it may seem. Understanding the anatomy of your knee and why it pops can help you determine whether or not you need medical attention. Knowing when to seek medical...

• 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...

• Ankle Sprain Prevention & Treatment FAQ

  ‘Ouch!’ A thought we’ve all likely had at some point in our lives as we witness yet another individual fall (often literally) victim to the notorious injury we’ve come to know and love as a ‘sprained ankle’. Whether it’s a professional football player,...

• The Different Types of Bunion Treatments

  What are bunions? A simple definition for a bunion is a bony bump that forms on the inside of the big toe joint. In reality, a bunion deformity is a complex deformity involving the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ), the big toe (hallux), and the...

• Matthew’s Story - Radial Nerve Neuropathy 

  Name: Matthew Chevalaz Hometown: I grew up in Rockaway, NJ and have lived in Branchburg, NJ since 2020 Matthew’s Specialty: I was a Home Improvement Contractor for over 30 years. My hobby is playing the guitar. Condition: I had/have permanent radial...

• Nadina’s Story – Fractured Wrist

  Name: Nadina Addari Hometown: Burlington, NJ Nadina’s Specialty: Cooking Condition: Fractured wrist Treatment: Casted and prescribed physical therapy Why did you choose Rothman? My granddaughter works as a medical assistant at Rothman. When I fell, she...

• Joey's Story - Total Hip Replacement

  Name: Joey Perillo Hometown: Yardley, Bucks County, PA Joey’s Specialty: Actor, bartender, PA Fire Police Officer, mediocre rhythm guitar player Condition: Arthritis (worsening, near crippling hip pain - persistent limp causing/aggravating pain and...