When people think of bruises, they likely attribute this to a muscular issue. However, did you know that the bones of your body can be bruised as well? When it comes to receiving treatment, a differentiation between bone bruises and breaks must be made. Fortunately,...
Tearing your ACL can be a devastating and painful experience, especially when you are an athlete. The ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) plays a vital role in keeping the knee stabilized while cutting and pivoting. When the ACL becomes damaged, it can cause pain and instability...
Even after many made the switch to working from home back in March 2020 due to COVID-19, many people still do not have an ergonomically sound work area. It is not hard to understand why, as many of us never envisioned having to trade our...
Although they occur during any time of the year, car accidents can become more common during the winter months. Even if you do not think you are injured after getting into one, it’s essential to seek medical care immediately after being in a crash. At...
The human body is capable of completing many impressive athletic feats. One of the staples of athletic culture is continually finding ways to push your body to new heights. However, if you are not careful when trying to do this, you can end up with...
Unfortunately, no matter how safe we all are, injuries can happen. If you’re an athlete or someone who works out regularly, the likelihood of suffering an injury becomes even more significant. Should this happen to you, it’s essential to take the proper steps to ensure...
No shortage of instances can lead to the human body suffering from injuries. However, during the winter season, slips and falls are sometimes the most likely culprits. At New York Sports Medicine Institute, our team is well versed in helping patients who have gone through...
Newton's first law of physics states that an object in motion stays in motion. Why is that being brought up here? It's because the same principle can be applied to the human body. Those who are continuously active and exercise have an easier time moving...
As an athlete, one of the most devastating injuries you can face is a torn pectoral muscle. While some injuries can be played through, this is certainly not one of them. When you’ve been diagnosed with a torn pec, you’ll need to work with an...
If you’re an athlete, you’ve likely heard of Tommy John surgery before. Although this procedure is typical for baseball players, anyone who puts excessive amounts of stress on the elbow joint is at risk for needing surgery. At New York Sports Medicine Institute, our team...