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• When to See a Sports Medicine Surgeon Near Montvale

  inflammation of a tendon, attached to the bone or muscle. Tendonitis commonly impacts athletes’ elbows, shoulders, and knees. Bursitis: inflammation of the jelly-like sacs located between bones and soft tissues. Overuse can cause bursa in the elbow,...

• Fore! How to Avoid Back Pain from Your Golf Swing

  players, however, the cause of back pain is often incorrect swing technique. To protect your back, maintain a bent right knee and turn your left shoulder downwards on the backswing; squat your lower body slightly during the downswing; shift the vast...

• Sports Injuries and Shoulder Treatment in Gramercy Park: Everything You Need to Know

  muscles. For example, soccer players who are always on their feet depend enormously on the health and functionality of their knees and ankles. Likewise, those who play sports and utilize upper body strength to some degree need their shoulders to lead...

• Tips for Trail Runners near Princeton: Reducing the Risk of a Tibial Stress Fracture

  Splints vs. Stress Fractures The tibia, commonly known as the shinbone, is located in the front of the leg and below the knee. When shin splints occur, the tissue running along the bone of the shin becomes inflamed, along with surrounding muscles and...

• How Technology Use Affects the Spine

  pelvis, lower back, and hips. When sitting, make sure your feet are on the floor, with your ankles resting in front of your knees. Move around. Taking brief walks is good for blood flow and posture, as well as work efficiency. By getting up to stretch...

• Spine Exercises for Pain and Prevention

  good posture will help you maintain a neutral spine. Stand up and lift your chin slightly. Your ears, shoulders, hips, and knees should all be aligned. Keep your spine straight and avoid twisting. Maintain this alignment throughout the day during all of...

• Rothman Orthopaedics Shore Locations

  that their favorite team does. Our physicians are specialized in a specific area of the body. Meaning, if you’re having Knee issues, you can have peace of mind knowing that the Rothman Physician you see, is specialized in Knees. At Rothman Orthopaedics,...

• Core Concepts of Groin Pain in Athletes

  complex region. Generally speaking, the core refers to the area between the lower portion of your chest and your knees. Because the area is so broad, injuries present themselves in a variety of ways. Core injuries involve strains and tears of the...

• When to See a Doctor for Orthopaedic Pain

  orthopaedic doctor will be necessary. Persistent Soft Tissue Injury A soft tissue injury, such as a sprained ankle, twisted knee or sore wrist should be treated immediately using the RICE method - rest, ice, compression and elevation. If after 48 hours,...

• How to Prevent Injuries this Holiday Season

  back pain that can put you out of commission for this year’s festivities. To lift luggage, stand next to it, bend at the knees, and lift with your leg muscles while engaging your core. Don’t twist your body with something heavy in your hands or arms....

• Wrist Pains and Strains

  and swelling of a particular joint. It can happen in any joint, but is particularly common in the hands, wrists, and knees. According to the National Library of Medicine, one in seven people in the United States suffers from wrist arthritis. Anyone can...

• Alleviate Winter Joint Pain

  to consider: Swimming in a warm pool: Doing laps in a local pool is a relaxing and gentle way to keep those shoulders and knees in constant motion without putting too much stress on them. Using a treadmill or exercise bike: While the latter provides an...

• Joey's Story - Total Hip Replacement

  Condition: Arthritis (worsening, near crippling hip pain - persistent limp causing/aggravating pain and swelling in both knees) Treatment: Total Hip Replacement Why did you choose Rothman? Two colleagues, (a hip and a knee) recommended Rothman as did a...

• Expert Insights On Optimizing Joint Health

  attendees must be 18 years or older AGENDA 5-5:45 pm - Registration & Dinner 6-7 pm – Presentations Dr. James Purtill, Hip & Knee Surgeon “Bad Hips and Knees – What Should I Do?” Dr. Joseph Abboud, Shoulder & Elbow Surgeon Topic: “Is it my shoulder? No...

• Non-operative Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injury Treatment

  physical therapy can be expected. The nonoperative treatment includes control of instability, swelling, and pain. Initial knee bracing is used to prevent the tibia from displacing posteriorly, while decreasing the pain. Crutches may be necessary until...

• Prevent Skiing Injuries with Proper Fitness and Gear

  can quickly lead to skiing injuries. Too-tight bindings will not release at a certain pressure, which can cause significant knee injury. Conversely, too-loose binding cans cause you to fall out of your skis during turns or other quick adjustments. Have...

• Non-operative Patellar Tendonitis Treatment

  He or she may also prescribe a band to wear across the patellar tendon, (called an infra-patellar strap) or a special knee brace. The strap or brace will support your patellar tendon, preventing it from becoming overused or painful. If you have a...

• Meniscal Tear Surgery

  whether a tear can be repaired or must be excised. In general, due to the essential role of the meniscus in protecting the knee from early arthritis, repair is always preferable to removal.

• Non-operative Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Injury Treatment

  Less severe injuries when the knee is stable are treated nonoperatively like MCL injuries with rest, ice, rehabilitation, and bracing for up four to six weeks. Return to sports activity may be allowed six to eight weeks after the injury.

• Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Specializes in Joint Replacement Surgeries

  be done by a specialist in the field; particularly in the field of the patient’s exact need, such as a hip specialist or a knee specialist. At Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, patients have the advantage of being seen by physicians who have actually...