Dr. Charles Ruotolo Awarded Golden Lion

Each year, the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America, New York State Grand Lodge Foundation, Inc., supports cultural, educational, and philanthropic programs, both locally and statewide.  Dr. Charles Ruotolo, Orthopedic Surgery Specialist...

CBD and It’s Use in Musculoskeletal Conditions

CBD, or cannabidiol, is a chemical compound found in the cannabis plant. It is one of over 100 cannabinoids present in cannabis, and it has gained significant attention in recent years for its potential therapeutic benefits. Unlike tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), another prominent cannabinoid found...

3 Common Questions About Epidural Injections

Epidural injections are one of the common and effective minimally invasive pain management treatment options. Patients who have an epidural injection usually experience pain relief very quickly. An epidural injection can be used alone or in combination with other treatment options, like physical...

Kristaps Porzingis Tears ACL in His Left Knee: Out Until 2019 Season

As if the New York Knicks were not having a disappointing season already, now they will have to play out the rest of their schedule without All-Star Kristaps Porzingis.  During Tuesday’s game against the Bucks, Porzingis inadvertently landed on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s...

Knee Arthritis and Pain Management: Everything You Need to Know

Total knee replacements (TKRs) have provided millions of people with pain relief and a better life. But, in some instances, patients are not ready for TKR and want to explore other options.

Lower Back Pain Treatment Options You Should Know About

Countless patients have experienced relief of lower back pain because of the experience and expertise of our pain management specialists. One of the main reasons for this is the variety of treatment options employed by our pain management specialists used to combat low back pain.  Total...

Partial Knee Ligament Tears (ACL, MCL, PCL) Causes and Treatments

The knee is a very important joint as it is responsible for supporting the lower body and walking and running movements. Some of the most common knee injuries are partial knee ligament tears. These can often occur during sports where the knee is overextended in a certain direction – or just...

Understanding Spondylosis: Symptoms and Treatments

What is Spondylosis? Spondylosis is something that can often be confusing to patients because spondylosis is not a medical condition. Spondylosis is a broad or “umbrella” term that is used by health professionals when talking about the degeneration of the spine. To understand spondylosis, it is...

Common Orthopedic Injuries 101: Proximal Biceps Tendonitis

Proximal biceps tendonitis is a problem for many patients. The injury typically presents as pain in the front part of the shoulder with pain increasing in severity when the arm is lifted or overhead sports and activities are performed. Effective treatment of proximal biceps tendonitis involves...

Shoulder Pain: When to See an Orthopedic Specialist

The shoulder, which is the body’s most mobile joint, helps lift and raise the arm. On a daily basis, people use their shoulder hundreds of times. Because the shoulder is so important in day-to-day life, an injury to it can be extremely aggravating and annoying. Patients who injure their shoulder...