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C.J. Mosley place on IR with Cervical Herniated Disc
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C.J. Mosley place on IR with Cervical Herniated Disc

C.J. Mosley was place on injured reserve due to a cervical herniated nucleus pulposus in his neck.  This probably marks the end of his tenure with the NY Jets considering his age of 32 and considering he has a cap hit of $12.784 million next year,...
by image of Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MDDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.December 9, 2024
Dak Prescott to have Season Ending Hamstring Surgery
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Dak Prescott to have Season Ending Hamstring Surgery

Dak Prescott suffered a partial proximal hamstring tendon avulsion in the final minutes of the 3rd quarter loss to the Atlanta Falcons in the week 9 game.  He is planning to undergo season ending surgery to repair the injury.   A proximal hamstring tendon avulsion is a type of...
by image of Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MDDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.November 11, 2024
Stiffness After Rotator Cuff Repair
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Stiffness After Rotator Cuff Repair

Post-operative stiffness is a relatively common complication following rotator cuff repair. Studies suggest that approximately 4-30% of patients may experience varying degrees of stiffness after the procedure. This condition, often referred to as “frozen shoulder” or adhesive...
by image of Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MDDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.November 5, 2024
Jermaine Johnson – Achilles Tendon Tears
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Jermaine Johnson – Achilles Tendon Tears

Jermaine Johnson, the third-year defensive end for the NY Jets, tore his Achilles tendon in the second game of the season.  After having a breakout year in 2023 this poses several question for the athlete and his team.  Will he be able to return...
by image of Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MDDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.September 23, 2024
Christian McCaffery’s Calf Strain
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Christian McCaffery’s Calf Strain

Christian McCaffery injured his calf at the beginning of the season preventing him from playing in his opening game against the NY Jets.  For fantasy football players what are calf strains, how long is this going to affect him and how long will it...
by image of Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MDDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.September 16, 2024
JJ Mcarthy Injury Update
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JJ Mcarthy Injury Update

JJ Mcarthy, injured his right knee in week one of the preseason ending his rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings.  This injury required right knee meniscal repair surgery.  The Vikings have elected to put him on injured reserve making him miss...
by image of Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MDDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.August 20, 2024
How Does Your Surgeon Position You During Your Shoulder Arthroscopy and Does It Matter?
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How Does Your Surgeon Position You During Your Shoulder Arthroscopy and Does It Matter?

Lateral and beach chair positions are both used for shoulder arthroscopy, each with its own advantages and considerations. Each surgeon has their preference mainly by where they were trained and what they are comfortable with for surgery.  Here’s...
by image of Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MDDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.August 12, 2024
Partial Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tears of the Elbow
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Partial Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tears of the Elbow

The treatment for partial ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tears generally involves a combination of conservative and, in some cases, surgical approaches. Here’s an overview:Conservative Management Rest and Activity Modification: Avoiding activities that stress the elbow, particularly...
by image of Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MDDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.August 6, 2024
Common Reasons to Perform Elbow Arthroscopy
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Common Reasons to Perform Elbow Arthroscopy

Elbow arthroscopy is commonly used to diagnose and treat various disorders affecting the elbow joint. Some of the common disorders treated with elbow arthroscopy include: Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis): This condition involves degeneration...
by image of Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MDDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.July 29, 2024
Loose Body – What Is It and How To Treat It?
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Loose Body – What Is It and How To Treat It?

A loose body refers to a small piece of bone or cartilage that has broken off from its original location within a joint. These loose bodies can cause pain, swelling, catching sensations, and reduced range of motion within the joint. They commonly...
by image of Dr. Charles Ruotolo, MDDr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.July 22, 2024
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  • C.J. Mosley place on IR with Cervical Herniated Disc
  • Dak Prescott to have Season Ending Hamstring Surgery
  • Stiffness After Rotator Cuff Repair
  • Jermaine Johnson – Achilles Tendon Tears
  • Christian McCaffery’s Calf Strain
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