Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is an internationally recognized leader in spine care. We pioneer new ways to treat spine conditions and achieve the best possible results for the more than 22,000 ...

While commonly referred to as a “broken wrist,” most wrist fractures are actually fractures of one or both of the two bones of the forearm, the radius and the ulna. A fracture of the distal radius is ...

Bisphosphonates have been used for decades to treat various conditions. But they can have risks and side effects in certain patients. Alendronate (Fosamax), risedronate (Actonel) and ibandronate ...

Tendonitis is a general term to describe inflammation of a tendon, a thick, rope-like tissue that attaches a bone to a muscle. Tendonitis differs from arthritis, which refers to inflammation of a ...

Low back pain is a common complaint. An estimated 70% to 85% of the adult population is reported to experience the problem at some point during their lifetime. While the source of back pain – ...

Summary: Scoliosis is a lateral (or sideways) curvature of the spine in one or more places. Scoliosis most commonly appears during childhood or adolescence, but it can also develop and progress during ...

HSS is the #1 orthopedic hospital in the U.S. and a national leader in rheumatology. This content was created by our physicians and experts. Summary: This article explains what people should know ...

Why are there so many different types of joint implants? The ongoing problem of wear in joint replacement implants has led to the reintroduction of many alternative bearing combinations. Compared to ...

HSS is the #1 orthopedic hospital in the U.S. and a national leader in rheumatology. This content was created by our physicians and experts. A disc herniates when the outer portion of the disc ...

As children develop their motor and sensory skills, toys can help them practice. Learn more about the best options for each stage of growth. Advice to improve your movement, fitness, and overall ...

“Our body’s position and alignment significantly impact the way we feel,” says HSS physical therapist Astrid DiVincent, PT, DPT, OCS. “If we spend our waking lives in poor positions, it will ...

But sciatica may be new to you. The term is broadly used to describe pain that involves the sciatic nerve, which runs down the back of the leg. People describe sciatica as a dull, aching, shooting or ...