Learn how ankle replacement serves as an alternative to ankle fusion to relieve ankle arthritis pain while preserving movement and flexibility.

EOS low-dose radiation imaging is a useful X-ray alternative, especially for children & teenagers with conditions requiring frequent imaging, such as scoliosis.

Degenerative disc disease is the progressive deterioration of spinal discs and arthritic changes in facet joints due to wear and tear from aging.

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic, inflammatory systemic illness that affects the whole body, especially the joints. It is also an autoimmune disease, which means that the immune system in the ...

Inflammatory arthritis is used to describe a group of diseases caused by an overactive immune system. Learn more from top rheumatology specialists at HSS.

Get answers to common questions about cortisone shots. Learn how they work, the conditions they treat, their side effects, and how to know if you need one.

Neck pain that radiates to the arm or is accompanied by numbness or weakness is called cervical radiculopathy. Learn about the treatment options.

IT band syndrome is when the iliotibial band becomes inflamed, causing pain on the outside of the knee. Learn more about individual and training risk factors.

Most people with active lifestyles will need surgery to recover from a complete Achilles tendon rupture. Learn more about this injury and the surgery.

Get advice on correct calorie amounts and proper dietary and nutrition for healing after orthopedic surgery from the experts at Hospital for Special Surgery.

Cartilage repair is an innovative surgery to treat damaged articular cartilage. Learn more about the types of procedures performed at HSS.

What is a compound fracture? Why is a compound fracture dangerous? Can a compound fracture be life-threatening? How are compound fractures treated? What should you do when a person has a compound ...