Sports Injury2 Min Read
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 to...by Dr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.September 23, 2024
Sports Injury2 Min Read
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 Dr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.September 16, 2024
Sports Injury2 Min Read
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 Dr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.August 20, 2024
Uncategorized3 Min Read
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 a...by Dr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.August 12, 2024
Sports Injury3 Min Read
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 Dr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.August 6, 2024
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 Dr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.July 29, 2024
Procedures2 Min Read
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 Dr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.July 22, 2024
KneeProceduresSports Injury4 Min Read
Revision ACL Surgery
When considering revision anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery, several factors should be carefully evaluated: Cause of Primary ACL Failure: Understanding why the initial ACL surgery failed is crucial. Common reasons include improper placement...by Dr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.July 15, 2024
Unlocking Pain Relief: The Benefits and Uses of Iovera
Iovera is a medical device used for cryoneurolysis, a procedure that involves the use of extreme cold to temporarily disrupt nerves responsible for transmitting pain signals. Iovera utilizes the application of cold temperatures (-70°C or -94°F) to...by Dr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.July 9, 2024
Epidural Steroid Injections
Epidural steroid injections (ESIs) are commonly used to treat inflammation and pain associated with various spinal conditions. Here are some reasons why they might be prescribed: Herniated Disc: When a disc in the spine presses on a nerve,...by Dr. Charles Ruotolo, M.D.July 1, 2024