Arthritis and Hip Replacement Surgeries
Dr. Jonathan Mallen explains how hip replacement surgeries can help treat osteoarthritis. Learn more about hip replacement surgeries and post-operative care.
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School and Fall Sports Are In, Keep Orthopedic Injuries Out
Now that kids are back to school and participating in sports, keep these tips in mind: Backpack Guidelines: Backpacks shouldn’t weigh more than 10 to 20 percent of your child’s …
Common Knee Injuries in Football
At South Island Orthopedics, we see numerous football players during and after the season, many of them with serious knee injuries. The knee is highly susceptible to fractures, dislocations, sprains …
Are You Drinking Enough Fluids?
When playing sports or performing any athletic activity, it’s important to stay hydrated. Dehydration can lead to muscle fatigue and cramps. Drinking fluids will help prevent this from happening. In …
Are You Suffering From Tendonitis?
Post by Dr. Lee M Kupersmith At SIO, a lot of patients come in suffering from symptoms of tendonitis. We hope to help you better understand tendonitis so that you’ll …
The 2014 FIFA World Cup and Orthopedic Care
We rooted for Team USA during this year’s FIFA World Cup in Brazil! We’ve seen some great matches as players give their all in the name of soccer. Unfortunately, playing …
Summer Activity Safety
As Summer activities such as outdoor sports and gardening become prevalent, remember to take care of your bones, muscles, joints and ligaments. While participating in any outdoor and physical activities, …
Put A Spring In Your Step With SIO
Recent injuries by famous athletes such as Eli Manning, Gustavo Ayon and Bobby Parnell, demonstrate the importance of proper medical care. Every day, injuries occur in intramural, school and team sports.That’s …
ACL Repair and the Sports Athlete
Have you experienced a tear or injury of your ACL? Dr. Jeffrey N. Guttman explains common injuries and expected surgery and recovery options for an injury of the anterior cruciate …
What To Expect While Recovering From A Hip Fracture
Any time someone fractures a bone, it’s a significant injury that needs treatment. While many fractures heal without surgery, a hip fracture isn’t like other injuries. Hip fractures are most …