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Joint Preservation Surgery

Joint preservation techniques are used in patients with cartilage defects to preserve the joints and to restore the function.

Articular cartilage is the cartilage that covers the bony surface of joints. It has a smooth surface which allows the bones of the knee joint to slide over each other with very little friction. Articular cartilage is often damaged by injury or normal wear and tear.

Pediatric Sports Medicine

The number of children participating in sports activities has been increasing over the recent years resulting in a substantial rise in the incidences of sports injuries. Even though there are several benefits of active participation in sports, including building up of self-confidence, physical fitness, and learning to work in a team, there is also a risk of sports-related injuries.

Recurrent shoulder dislocation prevented with combination Bankart repair and Bristow procedure
Posted in: Articles, Healthcare News | Posted on: 11 January, 2016
Although investigators of this study found a combination of Bankart repair and Bristow procedure prevented recurrent shoulder dislocation in rugby players, some patients complained of insufficiency in quality of their play when performing specific movements. Researchers reviewed 40 shoulders in 38 rugby players who underwent Bankart repair followed by a Bristow procedure with preservation of […]
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Over 60 total body fitness
Posted in: Events | Posted on: 19 November, 2015
Wellness exercise classes geared towards the active older adult. This program for adults 60+ will focus on strength, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. It is ideal for those looking to continue to progress after physical or occupational therapy. The participant must be able to maintain standing or sitting balance independently. Classes will be held at CMC […]
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Total Body Wellness - May
Posted in: Events | Posted on: 12 August, 2015

A Fitness Program for Active Older Adults This program for adults 60+ focuses on strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness. Tuesdays and Thursdays in May 10:30 – 11:30 am Center for Musculoskeletal Care 333 East 38th Street 6th Floor Instructors Andrea Ybarra, BS – Fitness Specialist To Register | Call Belk DeJesus at (646) 501-7096 FREE […]
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Concussion in Sport - Available On-Demand
Posted in: Events | Posted on: 12 August, 2015

Incorporate the Latest Concussion Advances into Patient Care myCME and the NYU Langone’s Concussion Center have partnered to bring you Concussion in Sport: The Latest in Diagnosis and Management. Access on-demand presentations from the February 2015 live conference held in New York, NY. This course educates clinicians on recent advances in the diagnosis, treatment, and […]
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Total Body Wellness - April
Posted in: Events | Posted on: 12 August, 2015

A Fitness Program for Active Older Adults This program for adults 60+ focuses on strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness. Tuesdays and Thursdays in April 10:30 – 11:30 am Center for Musculoskeletal Care 333 East 38th Street 6th Floor Instructors Andrea Ybarra, BS – Fitness Specialist To Register | Call Belk DeJesus at (646) 501-7096 FREE […]
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