ACL Injuries with NFL Players | Orthopedics
If you're at all a sports fan, or an athlete yourself, you've probably heard of the anterior cruciate ligament.
It's commonly injured.
Now a new study shows what happens to NFL players who are sidelined by their acl's, and it's not good news... (Read more about ACL Injuries with NFL Players | Orthopedics) |
Alternative to Knee Replacement
For 25 years Robert Reid kept active by practicing karate, playing football, softball, and basketball. But, his love for sports took a toll on his body. Robert developed arthritis in his knees and would need surgery. (Read more about Alternative to Knee Replacement) |
BASKETBALL STRESS FRACTURES
We’re now well into basketball season, and there are a variety of injuries that can happen on the hardwood.
But one that may be under recognized may be one of the most preventable.
Especially in college basketball, stress fractures of the foot... (Read more about BASKETBALL STRESS FRACTURES) |
Bursitis
A bursa is a liquid filled sac that provides lubrication between the moving parts of the joint. When these become inflamed, the condition is called bursitis. Pre-patella bursitis is a friction bursitis caused by the friction between the skin and... (Read more about Bursitis) |
CATCHER'S MITTS CUSHIONING
They’re the guys on the baseball diamond that get the brunt of the bangup: catcher’s get run over, they destroy their knees by crouching all day long. And now, there’s evidence that they suffer significant hand trauma, perhaps, because their... (Read more about CATCHER'S MITTS CUSHIONING) |
CHILDREN BREAKING BONES
Children’s playground safety is an issue that requires more attention to ensure that children’s broken bones don’t lead to complications that trouble them for the rest of their lives.
10 year old Renee Novelli is a bundle of energy. When she’s... (Read more about CHILDREN BREAKING BONES) |
Carpal Tunnel
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome also called repetitive strain
syndrome results when a nerve that supplies that hand called the median nerve becomes repeatedly compressed. (Read more about Carpal Tunnel) |
Femur Replacement
At the age of 66, Patricia Bennett’s full-time job is taking care of her diabetic husband who is also a stroke victim. They’ve been married for 49 years and says she wouldn’t have it any other way. But, a botched hip replacement nearly left... (Read more about Femur Replacement) |
HOMOCYSTEINE AND FRACTURE RISK
Susan Dwan, who is 48, is at risk for osteoporosis. She has osteopenia, the precursor to full blown bone loss. The condition of reduced bone mass, known as osteoporosis, is very common. About 10 million Americans have it, and another 18 million,... (Read more about HOMOCYSTEINE AND FRACTURE RISK) |
Hip Replacement
Hip replacement surgery is becoming more and more common as the population of the world begins to age. Hip replacement surgery is becoming more and more common as the population of the world begins to age. (Read more about Hip Replacement) |
Human Stem Cells Return Motor Function to Paralyzed Rats
Researchers from the University of California, San Diego report that experimental rats recovered from blood flow related paralysis after receiving grafts of human spinal stem cells.
When damage occurs due to loss of blood flow to the spine's... (Read more about Human Stem Cells Return Motor Function to Paralyzed Rats) |
KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS
“I was very sad when I had to stop tennis. Life wasn’t the same,” says Phyllis Hyacinthe. She didn’t want to accept the fact she could no longer play tennis because knee osteoarthritis got the best of her. (Read more about KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS) |
KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS TOPICAL TREATMENT
52 year old George Laflare has been a sports fanatic since his high school days. A former football player, George says over the years his knees have really taken a beating. Eventually he developed knee osteoarthritis. Now, new topical treatments... (Read more about KNEE OSTEOARTHRITIS TOPICAL TREATMENT) |
Knee Replacement
Osteoarthritis is the main reason patients need to undergo knee replacement surgery. The major problem in this condition is that the cartilage on the surface of the bone of the joint, wears away. (Read more about Knee Replacement) |
Osteoporosis Arthritis
Osteoarthritis affects over 20 million Americans. Osteoarthritis also known as degenerative joint disease results from physical changes in the joints. These joints are such as the shoulder; knee, hip or in this case, the hand. (Read more about Osteoporosis Arthritis) |
RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME
For the past 4 years, Bobbi has suffered with restless leg syndrome.
As a financial trader, Bobbi Tse is up at the crack of dawn monitoring the markets overseas. But for Bobbi, sometimes when the crack of dawn rolls around, she has barely gotten... (Read more about RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME) |
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS AND ATHEROSCLEROSIS
There’s new evidence that people with arthritis and other diseases caused by inflammation may be at an increased risk for cardiovascular disease.
This study specifically looked at patients with rheumatoid arthritis, although it’s possible that... (Read more about RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS AND ATHEROSCLEROSIS) |
Slipped Disc
One of the most common injuries to the spine is slipped or a herniated disk. This condition may be extremely painful and may damage surrounding muscle and nerve systems. (Read more about Slipped Disc) |
Sprains & Strains
A sprain is an injury to a ligament. A ligament is a thick, tough fibrous tissue that connects bones together. Commonly injured ligaments are in the ankle, knee and wrist. (Read more about Sprains & Strains) |
Surgical Prep
Each year, nearly 2 million patients in U.S. hospitals get infections following surgery or other medical procedures, and about 90,000 die.
But amidst all the news and concern surrounding hospital infection rates comes a new study that shows... (Read more about Surgical Prep) |
Triathlon Knee Replacement
Marlene Cameron likes to think that her zest for life is infectious…at 70 years old, she is an avid walker, exercises regularly and has a jam-packed social calendar. But, over the past couple of years, her arthritic knees began to zap away her... (Read more about Triathlon Knee Replacement) |
Whiplash Treatment
If you’ve ever been in an auto accident, even a minor fender bender, there’s a good chance you suffered whiplash.
Of the 13 million motor vehicle accidents that occur in the United States annually, about 1 million result in whiplash injuries.... (Read more about Whiplash Treatment) |
Your First Visit
By Tauseef Ahmed, MD, FACP
Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Division of Oncology / Hematology at New York Medical College
Your tests have come back. The news is not good and your doctor refers you to a specialist. Oncologist,... (Read more about Your First Visit) |
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Shoulder Surgery, Yonkers, New York
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
Experiencing shoulder pain can occur because of many different injuries, but continuing to live with an injured shoulder can only make it worse. If you are experiencing shoulder pain and you live in Yonkers, New York, then it is imperative that you look into the Lawrence Hospital Center-Orthopedics & Sports Medicine to see what is causing your shoulder pain and if it is necessary to undergo shoulder surgery.
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Rotator Cuff Surgery, Yonkers, New York
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
When you have suffered a Rotator Cuff injury and are feeling shoulder pain, it can be very serious and requires major attention. Don't postpone a visit to the doctor out of fear of what they could tell you. In Yonkers, New York, you can call and set up an appointment to see the doctors at Lawrence Hospital Center-Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Yonkers, New York.
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Meniscus Repair/Meniscal Tear New Rochelle, New York
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
The knee is in use for almost every physical activity imaginable. It's a strong and flexible joint, but because of its constant use, it is prone to injury and degradation. A Meniscal tear means that you probably experience pain when bearing weight on your knee. The pain can make straightening your leg or getting out of the car extremely uncomfortable. If you're suffering from any of the symptoms of a Meniscal tear in the New Rochelle, New York area the Lawrence Hospital Center for Orthopedic and Sports Medicine has experienced surgeons who can perform Meniscus Repair surgery and help get you're mobility back.
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Labral Repair Surgery Yonkers, New York
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
The shoulder joint is a delicate mechanism capable of performing repetitive tasks and bearing heavy weight, yet its complex construction can be easily damaged and injured. If you have a torn glenoid labrum, you will need surgery to repair it. Come to the highly skilled doctors for your Labral repair surgery; the doctors of Lawrence Hospital Center in Yonkers, New York.
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Hip Pain Westchester, NY
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
Pain is not normal. One should not wake up with pain in their hip, leg or arm and feel the need to tough it out. Lawrence Hospital Center, located in Westchester, NY has a whole department of board-certified physicians that deal solely with pain management. And if your case is beyond a throbbing sensation the Department of Orthopedics can mend it surgically or through other innovative techniques.
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Hand Surgery New Rochelle, New York
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
Experiencing constant hand pain means that almost everything you do is agonizing. From eating a meal to cleaning around the house, you grit your teeth and keep going, always hoping tomorrow it will be gone. But it won't without action. Hand surgery with the Lawrence Hospital Center Department of Orthopedics & Sports Medicine near New Rochelle, New York can put a stop to your pain and have you back to doing the things you love.
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Knee Pain Westchester, NY
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
Knee injuries require highly specialized care. Lawrence Health Center's Department of Orthopedics has a team of knowledgeable and experienced orthopedic specialists who understand that and will dedicate themselves to the rehabilitation of your knee and leg. Their facility, located in Westchester, New York, is a warehouse of professionals that will cater to your condition.
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Shoulder Surgery New Rochelle, New York
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
Has an injured shoulder cause pain or discomfort in your everyday activities? Does shoulder pain make it difficult to play catch or go bowling? The shoulder joint is known for its strength, reliability and ability to perform many repeated tasks. If you're dealing with a consistent lack of strength and mobility in the shoulder because of pain, then surgery may be necessary. At the Lawrence Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine they are constantly surgically and non-surgically treating muscle, bone and joint injuries. For those in the New Rochelle, New York area, real treatment is only a phone call away.
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Orthopedic Surgeons New Rochelle, New York
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
Your knee has been aching a lot lately, and you're starting to worry that it might be a serious problem. Usually when a joint has been severely injured, it means surgery, and you want the best there is in orthopedic surgeons so that you can continue with life as if your injury had never happened. That's where the orthopedic surgeons of Lawrence Hospital Center near New Rochelle, New York come in. Having assembled a team of talented surgeons and rehabilitation experts for after care, you can rest easy knowing you are in talented and experienced hands.
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Orthopedic Specialist Westchester, NY
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
Looking for a second opinion about your orthopedic inquiry? Well how about a whole team of experts? That's the kind of service you'll receive from orthopedic specialists at Lawrence Hospital Center's Department of Orthopedics in Westchester, NY, where teamwork is just one of the core values that's enthusiastically practiced every day.
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Ligament Surgery Yonkers, New York
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
Finding a surgeon for ligament surgery can be a difficult task. First, you might think about what you need in a surgeon: skill, experience, compassion, dedication and affordability. The surgeons of the Orthopedic and Sports Medicine department of the Lawrence Hospital Center in Yonkers, New York encompass all of these qualities. If you need ligament surgery, the Lawrence Hospital Center is where you go.
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Labral Repair Surgery New Rochelle, New York
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
If you've in need of labral repair surgery, you want real, effective treatment from doctors you can rely upon. At the Lawrence Hospital Center for Orthopedic and Sports Medicine, they often help patients who've tried drug therapies, chiropractic and other methods of treatment for their shoulder injury, regain mobility and strength through labral repair surgery. You don%u2019t have to struggle looking for an experienced and caring surgery center if you're in the New Rochelle, New York area.
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Hip Replacement Westchester, NY
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
Today more than ever, consumers are insisting on the highest quality healthcare and services. Though the technology has allowed once dangerous procedures to become routine, patient care has suffered. And where there is excellent patient care, the physicians are usually not educated on the latest medical procedures. Lawrence Hospital Center's Department of Orthopedics is the countercurrent to the wave of botched surgeries and rude practitioners. Located in Westchester, NY their team of professionals will treat your hip replacement as if it were open-heart surgery, using the latest technology with the utmost care.
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Rotator Cuff Surgery New Rochelle, New York
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
Unfortunately most people don't realize how important the shoulder is for everyday activities until an injury. The shoulder join is one of the most versatile in the body, able to do many repeated tasks. If you are experiencing consistently decreased mobility, flexibility and power in the shoulder due to an injury then you many need rotator cuff surgery. At the Lawrence Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine the doctors performed over 12,000 orthopedic surgeries combined, and will use their experience to help get mobility back.
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Meniscus Repair/ Meniscal Tear Yonkers, New York
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
If you play any type of sports or engage in physical activity on a regular basis, you may have experienced a meniscal tear or degeneration of the meniscus. Oftentimes, surgery is the only means of rehabilitating your knee, the only way you can become fully mobile again. Surgeons at the Lawrence Hospital Center in Yonkers, New York are skilled in the performing meniscus repair due to both sports injuries and wear-and-tear of middle age.
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