Investigational studies are conducted at Hospital for Special Surgery in an attempt to prevent musculoskeletal diseases and enhance the quality of life of those who are afflicted by them. If you are a ...

In 1884, Dr. William Halstead performed what is believed to be the first peripheral nerve block. That Dr. Halstead was a surgeon should come as no surprise — the anesthetic technique he employed ...

What causes lumbar spinal stenosis? Trauma to the spine can cause stenosis, but more commonly, narrowing within the lumbar spine is the result of normal wear-and-tear on the spine in the form of ...

HSS is the #1 orthopedic hospital in the world and a national leader in rheumatology. This content was created by our physicians and experts. Total ankle replacement, also known as total ankle ...

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.

What is ankle distraction arthroplasty? Ankle distraction arthroplasty is an innovative procedure for treating ankle arthritis in select patients. Unlike ankle fusion and ankle replacement, ...

The HSS Osseointegration Limb Replacement Center at Hospital for Special Surgery provides a major advance in amputation reconstruction surgery for amputees who have not tolerated or do not want to use ...

Articular cartilage can be damaged by a traumatic injury, progressive wear or systemic disease. Loss or erosion of articular cartilage causes pain, weakness and dysfunction. If left untreated, ...

Nearly 10% of adults will experience some form of severe neck pain in any given calendar year. Most cases of neck pain have multiple causes, such as inflamed (swollen) muscles, ligaments, joints or ...

What is degenerative disc disease? Degenerative disc disease is the progressive deterioration of the discs between the vertebrae in the spine, as well as arthritis in the spine’s facet joints. An ...

What is the treatment for IT band syndrome? The key treatment for IT band syndrome is to rest from the activity that is causing the pain. This should be followed up with a consultation with a physical ...

HSS is the #1 orthopedic hospital in the world and a national leader in rheumatology. This content was created by our physicians and experts. You have pain in your shoulder, especially while reaching ...