Orthopedic Surgery in Staten Island, NY
The human body can sustain a tremendous amount of punishment. However, as durable as the body is, it is not indestructible. Injuries involving bones, tendons, joints, ligaments, or muscles can result from playing sports, trauma, the natural aging process, or other circumstances.
Regardless of how you sustained your injuries, the board-certified orthopedic surgeons at Richmond University Medical Center stand by to deliver exceptional care. Serving patients across the Staten Island, NY, area, we offer many treatments to help relieve pain, improve mobility, and restore quality of life. Learn more about the types of orthopedic surgery Richmond University Medical Center provides.
Sports Injuries
Participating in organized or recreational sports is widely recommended for children and adults. However, as beneficial as participating in sports can be, all types of sports have a potential for injury. Playing sports is one of the most common ways people suffer injuries requiring consultation with an orthopedic surgeon.
Sports-related injuries fall within two categories:
Acute
A type of injury involving sudden trauma to a body part. Acute injuries can result from a collision with another player or piece of equipment and generally lead to sprains, fractures, contusions, or other injuries.
Overuse
These injuries occur when a person excessively performs a repeated activity or motion. Because the repetitive motion does not allow the injured body part to heal properly, overuse injuries commonly affect ligaments, muscles, and tendons but also can result in stress fractures.
Sports injuries refer to the kinds of injuries that most commonly occur during sports or exercise, but they can be sustained by anyone and are not limited to athletes. The following factors increase an individual’s risk of sustaining sports-related injuries:
- Improper techniques
- Overtraining
- Running or jumping on hard surfaces
- Wearing or using the wrong equipment
- Having a previous injury
The sports medicine specialists at Richmond University Medical Center offer outstanding care when treating sports injuries. Depending on the type and severity of the injury, our physicians may recommend treatment through a variety of means, including physical therapy, surgery, bracing, strengthening exercises, or some combination of these options. Sports injuries require an examination by a qualified physician, allowing them to devise a proper treatment plan.
Arthroscopic Surgery
To better understand a patient’s injury, physicians can get a closer look through arthroscopic surgery. During the procedure, surgeons make a small incision at the affected area, where they insert a fiber optic video camera. This camera is attached to a narrow, flexible tube. The clear view allows physicians to determine accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
Physicians can use arthroscopy to examine both acute and chronic conditions. Typically, they use advanced radiographic imaging in conjunction with the physical examination to allow physicians to plan the appropriate surgical procedure.
Arthroscopic surgery is considered minimally invasive. Patients will receive a general or local anesthetic before the procedure and require only minimal pain medication afterward. Some patients can return to their normal routine in just a few days.
Joint Replacement
Joints are where two or more bones meet to allow movement. The cartilage that lines the end of bones helps protect joints. Arthritis, injuries, diseases, and other causes can damage cartilage, causing the bones to rub together. The result is pain, stiffness, and swelling. This most likely happens in the knees or hips but can also take place in the shoulder, wrist, and other joints throughout the body.
To treat this kind of injury, physicians may recommend joint replacement. This procedure entails removing the damaged cartilage and replacing it with prosthetics made of metal or plastic. The replacement joint acts as a healthy joint, allowing patients to return to a normal range of motion. Physicians also may recommend physical therapy after surgery to assist patients in strengthening the muscles surrounding the joint.
The Spine Center at Richmond University Medical Center
The spine gives the body structure. It enables us to move freely and allows us to twist and bend with flexibility. In addition, the spine protects the spinal cord. Injuries and other spinal conditions can severely hinder a person’s ability to move and their quality of life.
The Spine Center at Richmond University Medical Center is a dedicated unit that provides evaluation and treatment services for many spinal conditions. To accommodate the various types of spinal injuries, the Spine Center includes physicians who specialize in many areas of medicine, such as physiatrists, pain management specialists, as well as spine surgeons and orthopedic surgeons. The Spine Center treats patients with a variety of spine-related conditions, including:
- Scoliosis
- Osteoporosis
- Sports injuries
- Back pain and injuries
- Chronic pain
Find Top-Rated Orthopedic Surgery and Care on Staten Island
Patients in the Staten Island, NY, area who have sustained an injury and need comprehensive care can find advanced orthopedic medical services at Richmond University Medical Center. Patients can receive compassionate care to restore function under the direct care of our dedicated orthopedic surgeons and in a specialized environment. Those wishing to schedule an appointment or learn more about our orthopedic surgery procedures can contact us today or make an appointment.
