Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment using high-energy sound waves to promote healing, reduce pain, and accelerate recovery for orthopedic conditions. In this Q&A, ONS sports and spine physiatrist Dr. Eliana Cardozo explains how it works, which conditions it treats, and what patients can expect during treatment. What is shockwave therapy, and how does it […]
Learn the important differences between post-exercise muscle soreness and true injury from Dr. Marc Kowalsky, Sports Medicine Specialist and Shoulder, Elbow & Knee Surgeon at ONS. ONS is proud to partner with House of Sports to support athletes with sports medicine expertise and a focus on player welfare. Interested in learning more?– Learn more about […]
Watch Dr. Marc Kowalsky, Sports Medicine Specialist and Shoulder, Elbow & Knee Surgeon at ONS, discuss myths about strengthening programs, and share how young athletes can lower injury risk and improve athletic performance by strengthening safely. ONS is proud to partner with House of Sports to support athletes with sports medicine expertise and a focus […]
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by Dr. Kevin J. Choo and Dr. Jonathan L. Berliner Hip and knee replacements are among the most commonly performed procedures in the U.S. and previously required an inpatient hospital stay. Increasingly, these surgeries are performed in outpatient settings for appropriate candidates, offering patients the convenience and safety of returning home the same day. Have […]
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How did you get interested in orthopedics? I have always loved working with my hands and fixing things. Orthopedic surgery is unique because, in addition to treating conditions, we can cure them in some cases. Hip and knee replacements are particularly successful surgeries that can lead patients to healthier and happier lifestyles. What is your […]
What is scoliosis? Scoliosis is an abnormal side-to-side curvature of the spine. When looking at a person with scoliosis from the front, his or her spine may be more shaped like a “C” or a “S”. This can lead to the shoulders and/or hips being uneven. If the curve is large enough, it can cause […]
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How did you become interested in neurosurgery? I was drawn to the delicate and precise function of the nervous system, and how it plays a critical role in defining us as people. Pathologies of the brain and spine can strike at a person’s sense of identity – memories, ability to talk, and move. It is […]
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