Hand pain can be a concerning problem when it occurs often or never quite goes away. Sometimes, hand pain can indicate a tendon condition that will not go away without proper treatment. The answer is not the same for everyone, but one thing is for certain, hand pain is not a symptom to ignore. If […]
Across our multiple orthopedic offices on Long Island, our team sees patients with shoulder pain on a regular basis. Due to the complexity of the shoulder joint, with its various muscles and tendons and bones, this part of the body is especially susceptible to injury and deterioration. When pain occurs, it is important to get […]
Having hip replacement can feel stressful. Many patients still think that this surgical procedure is a major endeavor that will require them to stay in the hospital or a rehab center for several days. Just over a decade ago, that may have been true. Today, though, hip replacement surgery is routinely performed as an outpatient […]
If you fell on your wrist or got injured during recreational sports, you may have a broken wrist. This injury involves a fracture or crack in one or more of the bones in your wrist. This type of injury is quite common among children and adults alike. It can happen when you try to break […]
The idea of being concussed, or having a child who suffers a concussion, can be overwhelming, but we have a team of experienced concussion specialists that are ready to help. If you think you have a concussion or that your child has a concussion, please contact us right away. The symptoms of this injury often […]
Your knee is important for daily function. When it has been damaged or compromised, you may find yourself slowed down in your daily activities. You may experience discomfort that makes it difficult to walk, run, or jump. If you are active in certain sports, you may not be able to play due to your injury. […]
Your feet get you through each day, but when pain and discomfort develop, it can impact your activities. If you are dealing with foot pain, it is always best to work with a professional to get a proper diagnosis of the cause and to speak to a medical team about proper treatment to relieve the […]
Your feet have a number of joints and muscles that allow you to function and move every day. Because of this, there are a variety of problems that can also occur in the feet and ankles that can significantly disrupt a patient’s quality of life. At Orthopedic Associates of Long Island, we routinely see patients […]
One of the largest joints in the human body is the hip joint. In addition to being substantial in size, it is also an integral part of movement of the body each and every day. When patients are dealing with problems of the hip joint, such as restriction and pain, they may wonder when it […]
At Orthopedic Associates of Long Island, our team understands how chronic knee problems can impact one’s quality of life. This is why our experts can provide the care patients need, which in some cases, may require knee replacement. There are many reasons why a patient may choose to move forward with knee replacement surgery as […]
