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Joint Preservation Surgery

Joint preservation techniques are used in patients with cartilage defects to preserve the joints and to restore the function.

Articular cartilage is the cartilage that covers the bony surface of joints. It has a smooth surface which allows the bones of the knee joint to slide over each other with very little friction. Articular cartilage is often damaged by injury or normal wear and tear.

Pediatric Sports Medicine

The number of children participating in sports activities has been increasing over the recent years resulting in a substantial rise in the incidences of sports injuries. Even though there are several benefits of active participation in sports, including building up of self-confidence, physical fitness, and learning to work in a team, there is also a risk of sports-related injuries.

Running Through the Winter!
Posted in: Events | Posted on: 12 August, 2015
winterrunningJoin our experts for an evening of discussion on how to maintain an effective running program through the winter. Tuesday, November 19, 2013 Center for Musculoskeletal Care333 East 38th Street, NYC6th Floor Conference Room RSVP | www.NYULMC.org/CMC-Lectures No fees are associated with this lecture, but seating is limited to the first 40 registrants. For questions, please […]
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5th Annual Pediatric Rheumatology
Posted in: Events | Posted on: 12 August, 2015
An Update for Clinicians Pediatric Rheumatology is one of the newest and smallest pediatric subspecialties. There are fewer than 250 pediatric rheumatologists in the United States, with several states lacking even a single pediatric rheumatologist. Many general pediatricians and adult rheumatologists must, therefore, have sufficient training to diagnose children with rheumatic disease. Promoting increased awareness […]
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Treating the Multisport and Endurance Athlete
Posted in: Events | Posted on: 12 August, 2015
A Multidisciplinary Approach To Treating the Multisport and Endurance Athlete Across Age, Gender and Injury Many studies are looking at swimming, cycling and running economy in the endurance athlete and how it translates to overall performance. Do certain biomechanical patterns lead to certain injuries and can modifying those patterns decrease the incidence of injury? With […]
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Maintaining Your Weight Through the Holidays!
Posted in: Events | Posted on: 12 August, 2015
weightmanagementeventJoin our experts for an evening of discussion on how to avoid gaining those extra pounds during the holiday season. Registered dietitian Samantha Heller and exercise physiologist Alison Peters offer straightforward tips on how *not* to gain those extra pounds. Topics include how to make smart food and drink choices at holiday functions and recommended […]
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Triathlon Smart!
Posted in: Events | Posted on: 12 August, 2015
Injury Prevention & Management Join our experts, Dr. Guillem Gonzalez-Lomas and physical therapist James Koo, for an evening of discussion about common triathlon injuries, how to prevent them, and how to recover. Monday, May 19, 2014 Center for Musculoskeletal Care 333 East 38th Street6th Floor Conference Room Register Online | www.NYULMC.org/CMC-Lectures *No fees are associated with […]
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