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• Optimizing Rotator Cuff Repair with Biceps Tendon Transfer

  The shoulder is one of the most intricate joints in the human body, allowing a wide range of motion crucial for daily activities and sports. However, this complexity also makes the shoulder prone to injuries, especially in the rotator cuff—a key group...

• FAQs: Total Shoulder Replacement

  What is a total shoulder replacement? Total shoulder replacement is a surgical procedure to replace the damaged ball and socket joint of the shoulder with artificial components. The artificial parts are made of metal and plastic, and they are designed...

• Have One of These Seven Conditions? Then You Need a Shoulder Doctor in Gramercy Park

  Rothman Orthopaedic Institute Features Gramercy Park’s Premier Shoulder Specialists Experiencing a bit of mild shoulder pain? A visit to your general family doctor will likely be sufficient to receive the types of examinations and care you receive....

• Living With Rotator Cuff Injuries in Philadelphia? Here Are Four Steps You Can Take For Relief

  At Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, We Specialize at Treating Rotator Cuff Injuries You might associate rotator cuff injuries with baseball and softball pitchers or tennis players. However, these injuries are more common among people over the age of 40...

• Starting the Conversation About Surgery for Total Shoulder Replacement

  You probably did not spend too much time thinking about your shoulder and how it works until something went wrong. Whether it was because of a distinct injury or just increasing pain and stiffness over time, you have become acutely aware of your...

• 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...

• Shoulder Arthroscopy: What to Expect

  Shoulder pain can be debilitating and make everyday tasks difficult to complete. Whether you’ve experienced a direct injury or woke up one day with shoulder pain, there are many treatment options available. One common minimally invasive repair is a...

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

  Patients in the United States are living longer and remaining more active into their 60’s and beyond than ever before. As the population continues to age and the indications for shoulder replacement continue to expand, a greater amount of shoulder...