The New York Bone & Joint Specialists Blog

Forty has a way of making people start paying more attention to their health. Cholesterol gets more scrutiny. Recovery from workouts may take a little longer. Routine screenings start appearing more frequently on the calendar. Bone health, however, is easy to overlook because you usually cannot feel your bone density changing. That is exactly why […]

Being told you need rotator cuff surgery usually creates a new list of questions almost immediately. How is the tendon repaired? Will you go home the same day? How long will your arm be in a sling? When does physical therapy start, and when will your shoulder finally feel like yours again? The most important […]

You have finished treatment. The pain is almost gone. You can walk, climb stairs, or get through a normal day without thinking much about your injury. So, are you cleared to play? Maybe. But feeling better and being ready for sports are not always the same thing. Returning to sports after an orthopedic injury requires […]

Wrist pain is often blamed on tendinitis, especially when it develops after typing, lifting weights, playing a racket sport, or repeating the same hand movement throughout the day. Tendon irritation is a common source of wrist pain. It is not the only possibility. The wrist is made up of several small bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, […]

The beginning of fall sports season is an exciting time for young athletes. Soccer, football, volleyball, field hockey, cross-country, and other school sports give children an opportunity to stay active, build confidence, and connect with their teammates. The start of a new season can also place sudden demands on a young athlete’s body. Some children […]

Ankle sprains are common injuries. Because they happen so frequently, many people assume they can simply rest for a few days and return to their usual routine. That may be enough for a mild sprain. However, an ankle that remains painful, swollen, stiff, or unstable may need more than time and home care. Recovery does […]

Your hip flexor muscles help you walk, climb stairs, and bend your knee everyday. And that’s why those vital muscles become tight and painful at times. Hip flexors probably don’t get as much attention as quads and biceps. But they definitely should. Hip flexor muscles connect your legs and torso to your hips. Every time […]

For patients facing ACL reconstruction, one question often comes up: What actually makes an ACL surgery successful? While many people focus on the graft itself, orthopedic surgeons know that successful ACL reconstruction depends on a combination of surgical precision, proper healing, and patient compliance during recovery. We sat down with Dr. Leon Popovitz, orthopedic surgeon […]

Arthritis is a common condition among older adults. Learn more about how to prevent and treat joint discomfort caused by this disease. Approximately 53 million U.S. adults suffer from arthritis, a chronic condition weakening the lining of the joints. People with the condition often experience intense joint pain and stiffness so severe they cannot perform […]

New Yorkers never want to stop, and that includes their exercise. But rest is essential for a safe and productive workout. Ask a New Yorker to skip a gym session or take a day off from running around Central Park and they’ll look at you like you have three heads. New Yorkers live a fast-paced […]

What you eat after an injury plays a major role  in how quickly your body heals. Here’s how simple nutrition choices can help you recover faster and feel stronger. When you’re dealing with an injury or recovering from surgery, it can feel like everything slows down. You might be resting more, moving less, and waiting […]

Tips from NYC’s Top Orthopedic Surgeon at New York Bone & Joint Specialists Want to live longer, feel better, and stay active for decades to come? It all starts with preserving the joints and bones you were born with. At New York Bone & Joint Specialists, our philosophy is simple: preservation is the key to […]

Medical tourists increasingly flock to New York City for orthopedic care—and it’s easy to see why. Patients seeking medical treatment don’t always find the specialized care they need close to home. Fortunately, they have options that extend far beyond their hometowns. Many hop on a plane to cities within their own country, or across international […]

In the latest edition of From the Doctor’s Desk, we’re joined by Dr. Christine Ellie to chat cortisone shots and whether they truly work as a remedy for joint pain. Joint pain, whether caused by arthritis, overuse, or injury, can be a major disruption to your daily life. One of the most commonly recommended treatments […]

Are you suffering from nerve pain? Meet with the nerve care specialists in New York City to start your recovery.  Yale Medicine estimates nerve pain affects more than 20 million Americans, often severely degrading their quality of life with what can be a chronic, debilitating condition.  Nerve pain can affect any part of the body, […]