Romano Orthopaedic Center

05/27/2026

Physical Therapy for a Broken Ankle.

A broken ankle can severely limit your ability to perform basic functional tasks like running and walking. This painful injury can cause loss of lower extremity strength, range of motion, and pain. These impairments can make performing your normal everyday activities difficult or impossible.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our nation.

05/20/2026

Physical Therapy Exercises for Recovery From a Clavicle Fracture.

A fractured clavicle, or fractured collarbone, generally occurs from a fall onto the shoulder or after enough pressure is placed on the bone that it breaks. The fracture may be partial or complete and often requires surgical repair or immobilization while it heals.

05/14/2026

🦴 What is Fracture Prevention?
Fracture prevention focuses on keeping bones strong and reducing the risk of broken bones before they happen.
As we age, bone loss can quietly increase the risk of “fragility fractures” — fractures that happen from simple falls or everyday activities.
The most common areas affected are:
• Spine
• Hip
• Wrist
The good news? There’s a lot you can do to protect your bone health.
✔️ Bone density testing (DEXA scans)
✔️ Strength & balance exercises
✔️ Calcium + Vitamin D
✔️ Fall prevention strategies
✔️ Early osteoporosis treatment when needed
At ROC Bone Institute, our Fracture Prevention Program helps patients better understand their bone health and take proactive steps to stay active and independent.
Because prevention is always better than recovery. 🦴
Strong bones. Active life.
📍 Lombard, IL

05/13/2026

11 Common Hip Pain and Injuries in Athletes.

Muscle strain, or pulled muscle, occurs when a muscle is overstretched or torn. In athletes, this type of injury is common in the hip and groin area due to fatigue, overuse, or the improper use of a muscle. The failure to warm up before exercise also contributes to the problem.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day!

05/08/2026

🦴 What is Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a condition where bones become weak, porous, and more likely to break — often without warning signs.
Healthy bone has a strong internal structure. With osteoporosis, that structure becomes thinner and less dense over time, making bones fragile and easier to fracture.
These are called “fragility fractures,” and they most commonly happen in the:
• Spine
• Hip
• Wrist
The scary part? Many people don’t know they have osteoporosis until a fracture happens.
That’s why early screening and prevention matter.
✔️ Bone density testing (DEXA scan)
✔️ Strength training
✔️ Proper calcium & vitamin D
✔️ Staying active
Strong bones. Active life. 🦴
📍 ROC Bone Institute at Romano Orthopaedic Center

05/06/2026

How to Tape Your Knee.

ize it when you're active and can give relief from pain. You can choose from many kinds of tapes and taping methods to tape your knees for support. Talk with your doctor or physical therapist about the best option for you.

05/01/2026

May is Osteoporosis Awareness Month 🦴
Osteoporosis is often called a “silent disease”—because most people don’t know they have it until a fracture changes everything.
At ROC Bone Institute, we focus on prevention first—because staying active starts with strong bones.
If you’re over 50, postmenopausal, or have risk factors, a simple DEXA scan can give you clarity before there’s a problem.
👉 The earlier you know, the more you can do.
Strong bones. Active life.
📍 Now seeing patients in Lombard
📞 Schedule your bone health evaluation today

04/20/2026

The Effect of Hip Arthroplasty on Gait Function: Comparison of Ceramic On Ceramic Hip Resurfacing, Metal On Metal Hip Resurfacing, and Total Hip Arthroplasty.

Ceramic-on-ceramic hip resurfacing arthroplasty (CoC-HRA) has been developed to eliminate metal ion concerns which have been associated with metal-on-metal hip resurfacing arthroplasty (MoM-HRA) while maintaining similar functionality. The aim of the study was to examine gait function pre- and posto...