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• Meniscus Tear Treatments to Get You Back on Your Feet

  a desk. These options are: 1. Non-surgical treatment for meniscus tears Non-surgical meniscus tear treatments involve physical therapy and use of over-the-counter pain relievers under a doctor’s supervision until swelling recedes, and the symptoms go...

• Wrist Fracture FAQs with an Orthopaedic Surgeon

  weeks and in some cases x-rays may be taken periodically by your doctor to track the condition of the wrist fracture. Physical therapy will restore strength to the wrist after the plaster cast is removed. Surgical treatment: Surgery is when a cast...

• Finding Relief for Hip Osteoarthritis Pain

  there are many non-surgical treatment options available for patients with hip osteoarthritis pain: Activity – Physical therapy or low-impact exercise programs thatimprove flexibility, build strength, and maintain muscle tone Healthy eating – Increasing...

• 10 Facts To Know About Wrist Fracture Procedure

  some wrist stiffness, which will improve gradually for up to two years after the procedure. During this time, physical therapy can be helpful to regain strength and flexibility. Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Doctors Have Extensive Experience Treating...

• Why Do I Need Revision Hip Surgery?

  are necessary. This may look like a combination of lifestyle modifications like weight loss to reduce joint strain, physical therapy and exercises to keep muscles strong, and total hip replacement surgery to stabilize the joint. If over time, the hip...

• When is Orthopedic Urgent Care near Pottstown the Right Choice?

  order x-rays on site. Once you have been diagnosed, the urgent care provider will initiate a treatment plan(i.e. Physical therapy, etc.) and arrange a follow up appointment when needed. The great part about coming in to our orthopedic urgent care center...

• Wrist Fracture Treatment and Recovery

  be different. Some fractures are simple and may need a cast and time to heal. Others may require surgery and possibly physical therapy to regain full motion after healing. No matter what type of treatment plan you may need, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute...

• What to Expect from Shoulder Osteoarthritis

  may assist with pain management are: Medication– The right medication can help reduce pain and keep swelling in check. Physical Therapy– Strengthening the muscles around the affected joint can help to reduce the strain put on the joint. Occupational...

• Fighting an Orthopaedic Giant: Let’s Talk About Treatment for Knee and Hip Arthritis

  of the following kinds of non-operative treatments: Rest and activity modification Maintaining a healthyweight Physical therapy Anti-inflammatory medication Cortisone injections Surgical Treatments: On the other hand, many patients begin to address...

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

  surgery, patients are monitored in the post-anesthesia care unit and then transferred to their room, where rest and physical therapy can take place. Once patients are able to walk, eat and manage their pain (which is often the very next day), they are...

• Find the Hip Orthopedic Surgeon You Need at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute

  activities–especially bending and walking Joint stiffness that limits mobility Pain that persists despite medication,physical therapy, or supports for walking If you and your hip orthopedic surgeon determine that a hip replacement is appropriate for...

• Joint Pain Series: 5 of the Best Joint Treatment Options Revealed

  may also prescribe COX-2 inhibitors if other over-the-counter medications cause issues with your digestive system. 4. Physical Therapy: Although not as effective in the advanced stages of arthritis, for patients addressing the early onset of...

• Joint Series - Blog 3: Do I Need a Joint Replacement?

  major problematic joint The Self Test: 5 Questions to Ask If nonsurgical treatments such as weight loss, medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes fail to relieve your pain, it’s time to ask your doctor, “Do I need a joint replacement?” We...

• Joint Pain Series: Answers to Your Top Questions on Joint Replacement Recovery

  physician will encourage you to begin moving your joint and rebuilding strength right away. As soon as you are able, physical therapy will begin to assist you as you learn to work with your new joint. Your return to more demanding activities, including...

• 3 Causes and 3 Solutions for a Torn Ligament in Knee

  the torn ligament in knee patients. In more serious cases, one of these three treatment options may be recommended: Physical Therapy Strengthening the knee and its surrounding muscles, tendons, and ligaments can help to repair ligament injuries....

• Tom - Knee Replacement

  visited by one of his resident physicians on a daily basis to check on my knee condition and to ensure that proper physical therapy was being provided to prevent any complications with my surgically replaced knee. My sustaining of a heart attack was NOT...

• Understanding What Makes Less Invasive Spine Surgery Different

  post-op within 2-3 days. In some cases, minimally invasive spine procedures can be conducted on an outpatient basis. Physical therapy will help regain strength and mobility. Those who undergo spinal fusion can expect the bone to take several months to...

• Rothman Orthopaedic Institute’s Spinal Fracture Care and Prevention Guide

  column and prevent spinal deformity. Non-operative spinal fracture care usually involves rest, medications, steroids, physical therapy, and the use of a spinal orthotic vest or brace to prevent rotational movement and bending, and as a reminder to the...

• Four Types of Rotator Cuff Tears: Symptoms and Treatment Options

  cause pain in the joint. Medication - Anti-inflammatory medication can help reduce pain and swelling. Exercises and physical therapy - Using specific exercises to target muscles in the shoulder to provide additional strength and support restoring...

• Rotator Cuff Injury: Treatment & Risks

  Options If a rotator cuff injury does not respond to conservative non surgical treatment: Activity Modification Physical Therapy Medication Injections Then surgery may be needed. The type of surgery to be carried out depends on the size, shape, and...