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• How to Prepare for Recovery Time for Total Ankle Replacement

  Total ankle replacement surgery, also known as ankle arthroplasty, is the process of replacing injured ankle bones and cartilage with stronger prosthetic or artificial parts. This relatively new procedure is highly effective in reducing pain and...

• What is The Recovery Time for Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty?

  If a patient is suffering from severe pain in both knees, due either to arthritis or trauma, a bilateral knee replacement may be recommended. During this procedure, the surgeon cleans out the damaged bone and cartilage and implants prosthetic pieces of...

• Don’t Miss This Simple Breakdown of Recovery Time for Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery

  Here at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, our shoulder and elbow specialists see patients for a wide variety of reasons and we offer non-surgical as well as operative approaches to care. Our ultimate goal, of course, is to reduce pain, increase mobility...

• 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...

• Rothman Callus Physicians in Philadelphia Describe the Do’s and Don’ts of Callus Treatment

  If you’re wondering what to do about painful calluses, you’re not alone. Corns and calluses are a major source of discomfort for many people, and it can be difficult to know exactly how to treat them. Callus physicians in Philadelphia are uniquely...

• 3 Facts About Hip and Knee Replacements: What You Need to Know

  While the idea of having surgery to replace a major joint with prosthetic material may seem frightening to some, it is actually one of the safest and most effective surgical procedures available in the world of orthopaedic care. Here at Rothman...

• Who Needs Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement Surgery and How Does It Work?

  Rothman Orthopaedic Institute protects your back health with comprehensive preventive care and surgical treatment. Neck pain can be caused by a number of reasons – from improper posture to injuries to cervical disc disease – and while many conditions...

• Hip Replacement Recovery

  Understanding Hip Osteoarthritis and Total Hip Replacement Hip osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that causes pain and stiffness in the hip joint. Over time, the cartilage that cushions the hip bones wears away, leading to friction and...

• So You Have an ACL Football Injury

  If you or a loved one has sustained an ACL injury playing football, then this article is for you Whether you’re a professional, collegiate, varsity, or intramural football player, you’re quickly learning that an anterior cruciate ligament injury is a...

• How Winter Sports Can Cause Stiffness and Soreness in the Neck Muscles

  Causes and Remedies for Neck Injuries Sustained from Winter Activities This winter season, long days on the slopes or at the rink can take a toll on your body. Aches, pains, and muscles strains are all normal injuries to sustain after a day full of...

• Soren - MAKOplasty and Unicompartmental Replacement

  When he was 12, Soren West hiked 67 miles of the Appalachian Trail in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Two years later, he wanted to hike the entire trail but it didn’t happen. Soon life took over and it wasn’t until he approached 65 that the idea...

• Three Tips for Finding the Best Orthopaedic Practice Around Paramus

  Start Your Search Today! Find Your Next Orthopaedic Practice. When you are faced with an injury or notice discomforting symptoms, you want to be prepared. One of the most important steps you can take is making an appointment with a practice where you...

• Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Named Official Orthopaedic Partner of Overwatch League’s Philadelphia Fusion

  The Professional Esports Organization is One of Four Professional Teams in the Greater Philadelphia Area to Partner with Rothman Orthopaedics PHILADELPHIA (Feb. 11, 2020) – The Philadelphia Fusion, the city’s first professional esports team, today...

• Nutrition Tips for Active Individuals During COVID-19

  If your normal routine has been flipped, twisted, and pieced back together with binge-worthy TV dramas, breakfast at 11am, and at-home offices, you may have found yourself with a surplus of extra free time. While some may be using this time for home...

• Preparing Your Hips & Knees for Post-Quarantine Life

  Spring is in the air, quarantine restrictions are being lifted, and we are all excited about getting outside, exercising, and seeing family and friends once again. However, with an increase in activity comes the risk of injury or aggravation of already...

• What is Shoulder Bursitis?

  Dr. Rocco Bassora, Sports Medicine Surgeon, walks us through the anatomy of the shoulder, how shoulder bursitis can affect it, and how to treat this painful condition. ‘What is shoulder bursitis’ is a commonly asked question, and shoulder bursitis is a...

• Avoiding Common Running-Related Injuries

  There’s been a recurring theme related to running in the age of COVID-19. Many are turning to running to help manage the stress of shutdowns, school closures, and changes to their work schedules, not to mention anxiety regarding the possibility of...

• Less Invasive (Minimally Invasive) Surgery for Total Hip Replacement 

  Total hip replacement surgery has been performed in the US for over 50 years and has been one of the most successful procedures in the history of modern medicine. The number of hip replacements performed per year is edging closer to one million as...

• 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...

• 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...