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Pectoralis major tendon reconstruction
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Pectoralis major tendon reconstruction

Background Pectoralis major (PM) rupture is an uncommon sports injury that has become more prevalent in the past 20 years as a result of an increase in recreational weight lifting and sports participation. Ruptures occur most commonly at the tendon insertion (65%) and musculotendinous junction...
by Avatar photoDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.October 20, 2019
Patellar Tracking Disorder: How it Affects You in Sports
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Patellar Tracking Disorder: How it Affects You in Sports

Patellar tracking disorder is a nagging injury that can decrease athletic performance and in some cases sideline an athlete. Those who have the symptoms of patellar tracking disorder often become frustrated when their injury will not go away. The purpose of this article is to provide patients...
by Avatar photoDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.March 21, 2018
3 Common Questions About Epidural Injections
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3 Common Questions About Epidural Injections

Epidural injections are one of the common and effective minimally invasive pain management treatment options. Patients who have an epidural injection usually experience pain relief very quickly. An epidural injection can be used alone or in combination with other treatment options, like physical...
by Total OrthopedicsMarch 21, 2018
Kristaps Porzingis Tears ACL in His Left Knee: Out Until 2019 Season
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Kristaps Porzingis Tears ACL in His Left Knee: Out Until 2019 Season

As if the New York Knicks were not having a disappointing season already, now they will have to play out the rest of their schedule without All-Star Kristaps Porzingis.  During Tuesday’s game against the Bucks, Porzingis inadvertently landed on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s foot after a...
by Total OrthopedicsFebruary 8, 2018
Knee Arthritis and Pain Management: Everything You Need to Know
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Knee Arthritis and Pain Management: Everything You Need to Know

Total knee replacements (TKRs) have provided millions of people with pain relief and a better life. But, in some instances, patients are not ready for TKR and want to explore other options.

by Total OrthopedicsJanuary 25, 2018
Lower Back Pain Treatment Options You Should Know About
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Lower Back Pain Treatment Options You Should Know About

Countless patients have experienced relief of lower back pain because of the experience and expertise of our pain management specialists. One of the main reasons for this is the variety of treatment options employed by our pain management specialists used to combat low back pain.  Total...
by Total OrthopedicsDecember 11, 2017
Partial Knee Ligament Tears (ACL, MCL, PCL) Causes and Treatments
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Partial Knee Ligament Tears (ACL, MCL, PCL) Causes and Treatments

The knee is a very important joint as it is responsible for supporting the lower body and walking and running movements. Some of the most common knee injuries are partial knee ligament tears. These can often occur during sports where the knee is overextended in a certain direction – or just...
by Total OrthopedicsDecember 11, 2017
Understanding Spondylosis: Symptoms and Treatments
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Understanding Spondylosis: Symptoms and Treatments

What is Spondylosis? Spondylosis is something that can often be confusing to patients because spondylosis is not a medical condition. Spondylosis is a broad or “umbrella” term that is used by health professionals when talking about the degeneration of the spine. To understand spondylosis, it is...
by Total OrthopedicsDecember 11, 2017
Common Orthopedic Injuries 101: Proximal Biceps Tendonitis
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Common Orthopedic Injuries 101: Proximal Biceps Tendonitis

Proximal Biceps Tendonitis Proximal biceps tendonitis is a problem for many patients. The injury typically presents as pain in the front part of the shoulder with pain increasing in severity when the arm is lifted or overhead sports and activities are performed. Effective treatment of proximal...
by Total OrthopedicsDecember 11, 2017
Shoulder Pain: When to See an Orthopedic Specialist
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Shoulder Pain: When to See an Orthopedic Specialist

Shoulder Pain The shoulder, which is the body’s most mobile joint, helps lift and raise the arm. On a daily basis, people use their shoulder hundreds of times. Because the shoulder is so important in day-to-day life, an injury to it can be extremely aggravating and annoying. Patients who injure...
by Total OrthopedicsNovember 8, 2017
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