Dr. Amit Nathani, MD

01/27/2023

Rotator cuff injuries sometimes require Rotator Cuff Repair (RCR) surgery and can be treated through an open or arthroscopic approach with similar long-term results. There are some key differences between.

Open Surgery is a more traditional form of surgery that requires a large open incision often necessary if the rotator cuff tear is large or severe. With this type of surgery, a longer recovery and rehabilitation is required and why the arthroscopic approach is pursued first as long as optimal benefits can be reached.

Shoulder Arthroscopy consists of two to three small (around ¼” long) incisions made around the shoulder, allowing for the surgeon to insert a small camera (the arthroscope) and small tools to look around inside the shoulder. Almost all Rotator Cuff Repairs performed by Dr. Nathani are done so arthroscopically, which is much less invasive than traditional open surgery. Arthroscopy is popular for young and active patients who are hoping for a quicker return to sports and their active lifestyle. It is also a good option for elderly who have not found success with non-surgical treatments.

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Nathani to assess your specific injury and explore all of the treatment options and which one might be right for you.

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Shoulder pain is extremely common, and often caused by injuries to the rotator cuff. There are many causes of rotator cuff injuries.

01/26/2023

If you are experiencing hip pain, you may be a candidate for hip preservation surgery. Hip preservation surgery can help alleviate hip pain and restore normal function.

Hip preservation surgery can help alleviate hip pain and restore normal function. Learn more about this procedure and your options.

01/23/2023

You’ve probably heard many times someone talk about a torn ACL, especially if you’re a big sports fan. But what exactly is the difference between an ACL and MCL injury? Both your ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) and MCL (Medial Collateral Ligament) are ligaments found in your knee that offer support and stability by connecting your femur to your tibia. We actually have several ligaments supporting our knees, but for now, we’ll focus on these two.

𝙎𝙤, 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙞𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚?
The ACL crosses in front of your knee while the MCL is located on the inner side of your knee. Our knees take on a great deal of daily use and abuse, and thus why they tend to be one of the most injured joints in our body. A simple twist can lead to sprains or worse, tears. These ligament tears can be partial or entirely torn away from each other.

𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝙙𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙞𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙖𝙣 𝘼𝘾𝙇 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙣 𝙈𝘾𝙇 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙧?

An ACL tear will have a distinctive popping sound, while an MCL tear will not. ACL tears are common among athletes who pivot and jump and can cause swelling and pain.
An MCL tear is often the result of a direct blow to the knee in a contact sport.
Signs of an ACL tear can include a distinct popping sound when you shift your knee, pain, swelling, feeling unstable, and difficulty walking.
MCL injuries are similar to that of the ACL but will cause pain and discomfort on the inner side of the knee along with possible locking of the knee joint.

Contact Dr. Nathani if you are experiencing any of these symptoms. Remember to “R.I.C.E.” – Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevate

01/16/2023

What is shoulder arthritis, and what are the symptoms?

Shoulder arthritis is a condition that results from the wearing down of the cartilage that lines the shoulder joint.