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Rothman at AtlantiCare
Rothman at AtlantiCare Rothman Orthopaedics is the largest orthopedic practice in the nation, treating over 100,000 people yearly, but it is our commitment to staying rooted in our local community that has allowed us to form and grow a lasting...
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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...
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Advanced Treatments & Rehabilitation Approaches for Treating Scoliosis
Introduction Scoliosis is a benign three-dimensional deformity of the spine that affects between 2%-4% of the pediatric population. The most affected age group is adolescence, representing 90% of cases diagnosed in children. Girls are more commonly...
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Notice of Privacy Practices
THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN GET ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY. Introduction. Rothman Orthopaedic Institute is required by both federal and state law to limit...
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Start Your Year with Non-Operative Orthopedic Treatment
Injuries to bones, muscles and joints happen for a variety of reasons, such as sports injuries, falls, accidents and simple wear and tear as our bodies age. Just as the reasons for injuries may vary, so too do available treatment options — and...
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Hip Pain: Common Causes and Treatment Options
The hip joint is one of the most important joints in the human body. It allows us to sit, stand, walk, and run - to move our bodies in general. It allows for a large range of motion, which unfortunately, can also lead to many injuries. Discover all you...
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Common Conditions Treated with Minimally Invasive Hand Surgery
Minimally Invasive Hand Surgeries: A New Era in Healing When it comes to hand and wrist conditions, many people typically think of traditional, open surgeries with long incisions that come with longer recovery times and significant downtime. However,...
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The Role of 3D-Printed Splints in Hand Injury Treatment
Challenges in Treating Hand Injuries Injuries to the hand are often quite challenging to treat, given that the function of our hands is imperative to almost all activities and movements. Acute injuries have better prognoses than chronic or untreated...
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Detailed Exploration of Radiofrequency Ablation
What is medial branch radiofrequency ablation? A medial branch radiofrequency ablation procedure (also known as radiofrequency neurotomy or a rhizotomy) is a non-surgical, outpatient, minimally invasive pain management procedure that can greatly...
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The Role of Wearable Health Technology in Rehabilitation
Wearable health technology has garnered increasing amount of attention in the recent years, due to the widespread and radical innovation, with products ranging from wristbands, smart watches and rings. The number of parameters tracked has also...
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Radiofrequency Ablation Treatment
What is Radiofrequency Ablation? A medial branch radiofrequency ablation procedure (also known as radiofrequency neurotomy or a rhizotomy) is a non-surgical, outpatient, minimally invasive pain management procedure that can greatly improve axial back...
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Main Line Health and Jefferson Health Partnering with Rothman Orthopaedic Institute and NueHealth in Ownership of Physicians Care Surgical Hospital
Main Line Health and Jefferson Health Partnering with Rothman Orthopaedic Institute and NueHealth in Ownership of Physicians Care Surgical Hospital Main Line Health (MLH) and Jefferson Health are partnering with Rothman Orthopaedic Institute and...
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Common Causes of Hip Pain
In developing a joint preservation practice over the last 5 years, I see patients from 16 years old to well over 90 years old with hip pain. Though common, not all hip pain is arthritis. When the pain persists despite taking an anti-inflammatory...
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Hand Surgery and WALANT
There is understandable trepidation about being in a hospital in today’s environment. The field of Orthopaedic Hand Surgery has been moving away from hospital-based procedures and into more accessible surgery centers. This movement has coincided with a...
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Five Facts You Never Knew About Degenerative Joint Disease in New Jersey
Cartilage could be described as the unsung hero of the musculoskeletal system. In all of the body’s joints, it provides the smooth, gliding surface that cushions what would otherwise be bone-on-bone contact. With every step, twist, jump and bend, we...
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Understanding What Makes Less Invasive Spine Surgery Different
Rothman Orthopaedic Institute provides concise, need-to-know information on less invasive spine surgery. If you or someone you love is experiencing spinal aches due to injury, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute orthopaedic experts recommend seeking a...
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What is Degenerative Joint Disease and How Do I Treat it?
According to the World Health Organization, degenerative joint disease is one of the ten most disabling diseases in developed countries. It is estimated that more than 27 million Americans are affected. But what is degenerative joint disease? Given how...
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For a Distal Radial Fracture South Jersey Turns to Rothman Orthopaedic Institute
Over the course of a lifetime, accidents happen. Injuries to the wrists are common in both young, active patients as well as older patients. If you or someone you love were to experience a broken wrist, where would you turn? Do you know where to go to...
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Introducing the Rothman Institute Orthopaedic Urgent Care Center in Abington
Orthopaedic injuries can happen at any time, from sports, falls, jumps or just casual activities around the house. They take many forms, are chaotic, and require medical attention right away. In many circumstances, an orthopaedic injury can easily be...
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Torn Meniscus Symptoms & Treatments: What You Need To Know
The old sentiment of not knowing what you have until it’s gone can so often be applied to the meniscus. Many patients go their entire lives unaware of the important work this piece of of fibrocartilage does until their knee begins to experience torn...