Lower back pain is the most common diagnosis seen by physical therapists. Most cases will resolve in less than two weeks with little to no treatment, but back pain that is sharp, shooting or radiating ...

Inflammatory arthritis is used to describe a group of diseases caused by an overactive immune system. Learn more from top rheumatology specialists at HSS.

Exercise & Rehabilitation Guidelines for Myositis PatientsNote: Because exercise increases your levels of CPK (creatine phosphokinase), your doctor should be aware of any exercise program you are ...

MRI, CT, and Ultrasound are among the specialties at Hospital for Special Surgery's Department of Radiology and Imaging. The Department is considered the premier Radiology department in the nation.

Osseointegration is a procedure for amputee patients where a metal implant is anchored into the existing bone. Learn more about the risk and advantages.

What is a compound fracture? Why is a compound fracture dangerous? Can a compound fracture be life-threatening? How are compound fractures treated? What should you do when a person has a compound ...

Cerebral palsy can cause a complex array of orthopedic problems. Learn the various methods rehabilitation therapists and orthopedists use to treat them.

Cartilage repair is an innovative surgery to treat damaged articular cartilage. Learn more about the types of procedures performed at HSS.

EOS low-dose radiation imaging is a useful X-ray alternative, especially for children & teenagers with conditions requiring frequent imaging, such as scoliosis.

Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is when the protective capsule around the shoulder joint contracts causing pain and restricting movement.

Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Your ConditionWhen you have a health problem, it's always important to understand what it is, what its course may be, and how it is treated. When you have a chronic ...

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