Everything To Know About Tommy John Surgery
More and more people around the U.S. are participating in sports. Baseball, one of America's favorite pastimes, saw a 21% increase in participati [...]
Guide to Preventing Running Injuries
There are approximately 47 million runners and joggers in the U.S., and more than half of those people run at least once a week. Whether you run com [...]
Trigger Finger: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Do your fingers lock up when you're holding something or working with your hands? You may be experiencing trigger finger, a painful condition that mak [...]
Recovery after fractures and other injuries
Physician Blog By Timothy Bhattacharyya, MD Recovery after fractures and other injuries After surgery patients often ask, “When will I get bette [...]
What to Do When a Ganglion Cyst Ruptures
A ganglion cyst is a soft lump connected to a joint on your body. These cysts are noncancerous, and though they can be uncomfortable, you can live wit [...]
How to Avoid Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
If you notice a sharp pain shooting through your wrist, you might think it's nothing more than a cramp. But if you continue to experience discomfort i [...]
Why Knee and Joint Pain Increase When It’s Cold
You may have wondered: “Why do my legs hurt when it is cold?” Joint pains are symptoms of an injury or an underlying health condition. But co [...]
How Ambulatory Care Responds to Second Wave of the Coronavirus
The health care heroes on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic have rightly received the lion's share of attention and kudos. Without them, we coul [...]
What Is a Sports Medicine Physician?
Did you know that there are doctors whose job is to treat athletes? Their training is focused on keeping people who play sports healthy, whether those [...]
Home Remedies to Treat Dupuytren’s Disease
We use our hands every day without thinking about it — whether we're making a cup of coffee, picking up the phone, typing at a desk or han [...]
How Much You Should Walk After a Knee Replacement
After undergoing a knee replacement surgery, it’s normal to want to get back on your feet as fast as possible. Regular exercise can help restore you [...]
What Does an Orthopedic Doctor Do?
There are several reasons why you might take yourself or a loved one to see a doctor. Depending on your ailment, you may need a referral to a speciali [...]