Is Running Bad for Your Knees?
Is Running Bad for Your Knees? Running is a popular and simple form of exercise that most individuals prefer to do early in the morning. Although running is known to reduce the risk of all-cause mortality by 27% and lower stress and anxiety, it gets a bad rap when it comes to knee health. For years, […]
Understanding Different ACL Graft Options
Understanding Different ACL Graft Options Tearing your ACL can be a daunting and life-changing experience, especially for those who value an active lifestyle or participate in sports. The injury often requires surgical reconstruction to restore stability to the knee, with the choice of treatment largely depending on your activity level, personal goals, and long-term aspirations. […]
Dr. Paul Rothenberg in The New York Times: Christian McCaffrey’s PCL Injury
Dr. Paul Rothenberg Featured in The New York Times: Expert Insights on Christian McCaffrey’s PCL Injury We’re excited to share that Dr. Paul Rothenberg was recently featured in an article by The New York Times, where he provided expert commentary on the PCL injury sustained by San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey. The […]
Dr. Rothenberg Featured in The Mirror US Discussing Christian McCaffrey’s PCL Injury
Dr. Rothenberg Featured in The Mirror US Discussing Christian McCaffrey’s PCL Injury I’m honored to have been featured in a recent article by The Mirror US, where I provided expert analysis on Christian McCaffrey’s posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injury sustained during the San Francisco 49ers’ game against the Buffalo Bills. This injury has drawn significant […]
ACL Injuries in Adolescents
ACL Injuries in Adolescents: Understanding the Challenges and Treatment Options Introduction: Anatomy, Prevalence, and High-Risk Sports The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a critical stabilizer of the knee joint, connecting the femur to the tibia and preventing excessive forward movement of the tibia. ACL injuries are among the most common knee injuries in active adolescents, […]
ACL Reconstruction Surgical Technique Video
Understanding ACL Injuries and How Surgery Can Help: Watch Dr. Paul Rothenberg’s Surgical Video ACL Injuries Are Common and Life-Changing ACL injuries are among the most common knee injuries, particularly in athletes involved in sports that require pivoting, cutting, or sudden changes in direction. Every year, hundreds of thousands of people experience an ACL tear, […]
Dr. Paul Rothenberg Discusses Gabriel Landeskog’s Cartilage Injury on TSN
Dr. Paul Rothenberg Discusses Gabriel Landeskog’s Cartilage Injury on TSN: A Look at the Complexities of Cartilage Transplants Introduction: Recently, I had the chance to join Campbell vs. Gallo on TSN 690 to discuss a challenging and often underestimated injury in sports medicine—cartilage damage. During the segment, we focused on Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog, […]
Returning to Sport After ACL Reconstruction
Returning to Sport After ACL Reconstruction: Key Steps for Success ACL tears were once career-ending injuries, but with today’s surgical advances, many athletes can return to the sports they love, with return-to-sport rates at the same level after ACL reconstruction ranging between 63% and 83% in the research literature. However, outcomes can vary, and achieving […]
Meniscus Root Tears: Surgical Video
Understanding Meniscus Root Tears: Surgical Video The meniscus is a vital component of knee anatomy, acting as a shock absorber between the femur and tibia. Meniscus root tears, where the meniscus detaches from its attachment at the root, can severely compromise the knee’s function. Unlike peripheral meniscus tears, root tears completely destabilize the cartilage, leading […]