For competitive athletes and active adults alike, few questions feel more urgent after orthopedic surgery than "When can I get back to my sport?" Whether you're a high school soccer player recovering from an ACL reconstruction, a weekend tennis player after a rotator cuff repair,...
When patients schedule an orthopedic procedure, their primary focus is usually on the day of surgery itself and the recovery phase that follows. At New York Sports Medicine Institute (NYSMI), we often tell our patients that successful surgical outcomes are built long before you step...
Shoulder pain and stiffness that gradually worsen over time can be frustrating — especially when the condition seems to resist every treatment you try. Frozen shoulder, clinically known as adhesive capsulitis, affects an estimated 2 to 5 percent of the general population and can sideline...
Hip pain that limits your ability to walk, climb stairs, or sleep comfortably is more than an inconvenience — it's a quality-of-life issue that deserves real answers. For many patients, total hip replacement has become one of the most effective and reliable procedures in orthopedic...
Knee pain is one of the most prevalent orthopedic complaints across all age groups. It can develop gradually from years of wear and stress, or appear suddenly following an acute injury. While many knee conditions respond to conservative care — rest, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory...
Shoulder pain is one of the most common complaints seen in orthopedic practice — and shoulder impingement syndrome is frequently the cause. It affects a broad range of patients, from competitive athletes to working professionals whose daily routines place repetitive demands on the shoulder joint....
Living with hip arthritis can make even the simplest movements — walking to your car, climbing stairs, getting out of bed — feel like a significant challenge. For many patients, the question isn't whether to seek treatment, but which treatment is right for them. Should...
Knee pain is one of the most common complaints that brings patients to an orthopedic surgeon — and for good reason. The knee is the largest joint in the body, supporting your full weight with every step, squat, and climb. Whether you're a competitive athlete,...
Hip Replacement: Anterior vs. Posterior Approach — What Patients Should Know? If you're considering hip replacement, one of the most important decisions you'll discuss with your surgeon is the surgical approach. The two most common techniques — anterior and posterior hip replacement — differ in incision...
Return to Sport After ACL Reconstruction: Return to Sports with Confidence A torn ACL can feel like the end of a season — or even a career. But with expert care, structured rehabilitation, and proper testing, a successful return to sport after ACL reconstruction is absolutely...