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• Find the Best Knee Replacement Surgeons in the Philadelphia Area

  If you’ve been dealing with pain and loss of function in one or both knees, then you have probably already seen an orthopedic specialist to determine whether or not you need to have surgery. For some cases, the cartilage or tendons are so damaged that...

• Knee Arthritis Symptoms: Know What to Look For

  is that there is no known cure. Based on the clues above, you may have already discovered that this article is all about knee arthritis symptoms, causes and treatments. In simple terms, arthritis is inflammation and it can be painful and debilitating in...

• The #1 Choice For Non-Operative Knee Arthritis Treatment In South Jersey

  Are you looking for non-operative knee arthritis treatment in South Jersey? Look no further than Rothman Orthopaedic Institute! With multiple locations in the area, we offer only the finest, sub-specialty trained orthopaedic doctors who use the latest...

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

  care. Here at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, we’ve seen first hand, time and time again, the amazing impact that hip and knee replacements can have on our patients’ lives. From pain relief to increased mobility, the benefits are substantial. And the...

• Could Your Knees Benefit from Cartilage Restoration in Bergen County?

  Learn About Cartilage Damage and What Procedures Are Available When it comes to the cartilage in your knees, there is good news and bad news. The bad news: damaged cartilage cannot grow back by itself. While you can take preventative measures to...

• Bilateral Knee Replacement

  What is a "Simultaneous" Bilateral Total Knee Replacement (BTKR)? In a simultaneous procedure both knees are replaced in one operation, on the same day under one anesthesia. This means that there is one hospitalization and one recovery period. Certain...

• What to Expect after Hip or Knee Replacement

  As a surgeon, I continue to be surprised by the number of patients who, after recovering from a knee or hip replacement, tell me that they chose not to consider a hip or knee replacement for a long time because they just didn’t know what to expect....

• Runner's Knee (Chondromalacia Patella)

  Runner's knee is a term is frequently applied to the medical condition known as iliotibial band friction syndrome. The iliotibial band is a thick tendon which stretches from the hip to the knee. If the joint is not aligned properly or there is weakness...

• Total Knee Replacement

  When the cartilage has worn away, an artificial knee (called a prosthesis) can take its place. The surgical options to implant the prosthesis are termed partial or total knee replacements. In this section, we discuss total knee replacement. The total...

• 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...

• Q&A Concerning Recovery Time for Bilateral Total Knee Replacement

  Before ever leaving the hospital, most bilateral total knee replacement patients have practiced walking the halls, climbing stairs and performing simple exercises - all with assistance, of course. In the weeks following surgery, patients should...

• The Pros & Cons of Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty Recovery

  If arthritis is causing you severe pain in both knees, you may be wondering if the bilateral total knee arthroplasty recovery process is worth the potential pain relief the surgery may provide for you. We’d like to first assure you that while having...

• Melissa, Knee Cap Replacement

  Javelin at practice when I had a patellar subluxation. PT gave some relief, but it was not a permanent fix. I battled knee issues all throughout my college field hockey career and was in and out of PT at least 5 times. As time went on I started to...

• Choose Rothman Orthopaedic Institute for Your Knee Doctor in Gramercy Park

  Many Things Set Us Apart: Here Are Just a Few You’ve suffered a knee injury or developed a condition which inhibits your knee function, you know you need treatment, but where do you go? When it comes to orthopaedic care, it is important to get expert,...

• How To Find a Top Rated Surgeon For Knee Replacement

  If you have had sustained injury and wear and tear to your knees over the years and have discovered that you are a candidate for a knee replacement surgery, then you have undoubtedly already gone through pain, discomfort and inconvenience due to your...

• Bilateral Knee Replacement Procedure | Rothman Orthopaedic Institute

  If debilitating pain in both knees is significantly impacting your overall quality of life, you may be a perfect candidate for a bilateral knee replacement procedure. Check out the infographic below for helpful information on this procedure including...

• Gail, Total Knee Replacement

  I like to say that my doctors at Rothman saved my life twice. Just 6 weeks ago Rothman did a total knee replacement on my right knee. I am doing great now and almost back to my normal lifestyle. Prior to the knee replacement I had a very active...

• Roger - knee replacement, Florida

  My knee issues came about because of development of osteoarthritis over the years. They were bone on bone, causing much discomfort and my quality of life was greatly affected. Dr. Arrojas was highly recommended by two friends with similar issues and...

• Victor's Story - Total Knee Replacement

  Name: Victor Butler Hometown: Philadelphia, PA Specialty: Being an Eagles Fan Condition: Arthritic Knee Treatment: Knee Replacement Why did you choose Rothman? o I chose Rothman because they take care of my favorite players – the Eagles! Describe your...

• Lindsey Vonn to miss Sochi Olympics Due to Knee Injuries

  Olympic skiier Lindsey Vonn annouced today that her dreams of Sochi gold won't be possible. Due to a reinjury to her knee, Vonn will miss the upcoming Winter Olympics in Sochi. Photo source: Nancie Battaglia/SI Back in Febrary 2012, Lindsey Vonn...