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• Lynn's Story - Left Knee Replacement

  well; as planned, on time and recovery was better than expected. I was able to exercise on post op day 1; I completed physical therapy in 8 weeks with full recovery. What would you recommend to patients considering treatment? I would definitely...

• Joe's Story - Lower back Pain

  Golf Condition: Inflamed Nerve/Lower Back Pain Treatment: Ablation Why did you choose Rothman? I had been through physical therapy for my back pain. Nothing seemed to get better. It was becoming so painful I dreaded going out golfing. Describe your...

• Marc’s Story – Fractured Left Ankle

  Newtown, PA Marc’s Specialty: Endurance Condition: Fractured left ankle Treatment: 6-8 weeks in a boot then 8 weeks of physical therapy. Why did you choose Rothman? I chose Rothman because of the working relationship with my team, The Philadelphia...

• Nadina’s Story – Fractured Wrist

  Hometown: Burlington, NJ Nadina’s Specialty: Cooking Condition: Fractured wrist Treatment: Casted and prescribed physical therapy Why did you choose Rothman? My granddaughter works as a medical assistant at Rothman. When I fell, she told me I need to be...

• Lorry’s Story – Degenerative Arthritis

  recommend to patients considering treatment? I am walking and talking proof of the benefit of joint replacement and physical therapy that Rothman Orthopaedics provides to the public. I utilize my radio show to inform listeners of the power of Rothman!

• George J. Richard, MD

  He is an active member for the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. Dr. Richard knows the importance of physical therapy and rehabilitation. He strongly believes in a team approach, communicating with other medical providers and physical...

• Racket Sports After Shoulder Replacement Surgery: Will I Play Tennis/Pickleball Again?

  that you continue to work on shoulder strengthening and stabilization exercises that are taught to you during physical therapy. These often require a combination of resistance bands and light free-weights providing between 1 and 5 pounds of resistance....

• What to Do if You Dislocate Your Shoulder?

  for some common passive motion exercises that can be done in this acute phase of Dislocated Shoulder Recovery. Physical therapy is often prescribed tomaximize strength and range of motion return. Once your range of motion is restored to normal and your...

• Why Continuity of Care Matters

  to end of care. In the orthopedic realm, this often involves every aspect of care from an initial new patient visit to physical therapy sessions, surgical intervention, and post operative appointments. Continuity of care is also heavily influenced by...

• Detailed Exploration of Radiofrequency Ablation

  procedure is typically offered to patients whose back pain has not responded to other forms of treatment including physical therapy, home exercises and anti-inflammatory medication. The ablation procedure targets back and not leg pain symptoms. Prior to...

• Hip Replacement vs Hip Resurfacing

  4 months for the majority of the healing process to occur. The vast majority of my patients do not require any formal physical therapy after hip replacement. Complicationsafter Hip Surgery Infection: Infection is a serious risk of any surgery, including...

• Osteochondritis Dissecans

  OCD depends on the severity of the condition. Conservative treatment options may include rest, activity modification, physical therapy, and in some cases, immobilization of the elbow in a brace or cast. Surgery may be necessary for more severe cases,...

• Post-Traumatic Elbow Stiffness

  and discomfort in daily activities. Surgery for Elbow Stiffness In cases where conservative treatments like physical therapy, splinting, and activity modification have not sufficiently improved elbow stiffness, surgical intervention may be considered....

• Elbow Open Reduction Internal Fixation

  be monitored for any signs of complications and will receive pain management and instructions on postoperative care. Physical therapy and rehabilitation may also be prescribed to help restore strength, range of motion, and function to the elbow joint....

• Cutting-Edge Laminectomy Techniques for Spinal Stenosis Relief

  experience significant pain reduction and improved mobility. A personalized rehabilitation program, including physical therapy and tailored exercises, ensures a smooth transition back to normal activities. Ongoing Support and Monitoring: Continuous...

• Expert Insights On Optimizing Joint Health

  “Is it my shoulder? No Need for Dr. Google after this Interactive Session!” Dorothy Lehr, Physical Therapist Topic: "Physical Therapy - Your Ally in Joint Health” 7-8:30 pm – Ballpark Tours

• How Occupational Therapy Can Help You

  carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, sports injuries, and tendonitis. We will also explore how hand therapy differs from physical therapy. Following the session, our experts will have time for Q&A. You will receive a Zoom link for the lecture upon...

• Optimizing Rotator Cuff Repair with Biceps Tendon Transfer

  function. Postoperative Care: After the procedure, the patient’s arm is immobilized in a sling to protect the repair. Physical therapy begins shortly after surgery, focusing on gentle range-of-motion exercises. Gradual strengthening exercises are...

• Groundbreaking Advances in Total Ankle Replacement Surgery

  swelling, and loss of mobility, severely impacting a person’s quality of life. While non-surgical treatments such as physical therapy, medications, injections and bracing can provide temporary relief, they often fail to address the underlying issue as...

• Hand and Wrist Arthritis Advancement: State-of-the-Art Therapeutic Modalities

  chosen it is important to follow the post treatment protocols outlined by your surgeon. Occupational hand therapy, physical therapy, and home exercise programs are critical to increase success of treatment. Conclusion Hand and wrist arthritis is a...