PARAMUS, N.J. -- Whether you are a recreational or professional athlete, warming up and sweating is part of playing the game. However, overheating can be quite common for athletes, especially soccer players. Since soccer matches and practices are usually completed outdoors with limited breaks during a match for water and rest, soccer players are at a greater risk of overheating during ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- HSS orthopedic surgeon Dr. Roger Widmann outlines the importance of early detection of scoliosis in children in the fifth part of a five-segment series.Scoliosis, defined by a curvature of the spine that more than 10 degrees, is not preventable but can be treated by early detection.I take my patients' concerns very seriously, as my priority is to keep a scoliosis curve ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- HSS orthopedic surgeon Dr. Roger Widmann outlines the importance of early detection of scoliosis in children in the fourth part of a five-segment series.Avoiding scoliosis and maintaining good posture are universal concerns among parents today. During June, National Scoliosis Awareness Month, HSS doctors are stressing the importance of early detection of scoliosis in ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- HSS orthopedic surgeon Dr. Roger Widmann answers questions about scoliosis in the third part of a five segment series.My son was recently told that he will need surgery for his scoliosis as a young athlete and is concerned he won’t be able to play soccer and baseball. Are his concerns warranted?Historically, six months after posterior spinal fusion surgery, patients are ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- HSS orthopedic surgeon Dr. Roger Widmann answers questions about scoliosis in the second part of a four segment series.There is currently no recommendation by Scoliosis Research Society or American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons for the number of hours patients should be out of brace for an out-of-brace x-ray. It is my understanding that it's strictly doctor ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- HSS orthopedic surgeon Dr. Roger Widmann answers questions about scoliosis as part of a four segment series.I understand the goal of bracing is to keep the curve from progressing. In your experience, what percentage of patients experienced a reduction of their curve through bracing?The most recent longitudinal study indicates 75 percent of patients will ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- Back pain is one of the most common reasons for a visit to the doctor. The pain can vary from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain that makes it difficult to move. Back pain can be caused by a sudden injury or can develop slowly over time without an obvious source. "Lifting the wrong way, repetitive strenuous activities, excess body weight that puts added ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- With the number of pediatric orthopedists trained to deal with the special bone, joint and tendon problems of children decreasing, more hospitals rely on general orthopedists to evaluate and treat pediatric injuries, such as fractures. Parents need to be aware of how to get the right treatment for their child’s injury in order to ensure the best outcome in the long ...

Whether it’s trying to beat a throw, attempting to steal a base, score a run or break up a double play, sliding is a fundamental part of baseball.Depending on the situation, sliding can cause injuries to a variety of body parts. It is important for baseball players to be trained to slide safely and effectively. As a base runner, you can slide headfirst or feet-first into a base. Here’s ...

PARAMUS, N.J. -- As our bodies age, joints pain tends to be the first step in a seemingly long road of mobility issues. Cartilage injuries are often at the root of this downfall; Hospital for Special Surgery sports medicine surgeon, Dr. Anil Ranawat, discusses what causes cartilage to break down.Can you talk about the current status of artificial cartilage? I had knee surgery more ...