The anterior collateral ligament (ACL) and medial collateral ligament (MCL) are two of the four main ligaments that help stabilize the knee. The other two are the posterior cruciate ligament or PCL ...
Pediatric foot deformity is a term that includes a range of conditions that may affect the bones, tendons, and muscles of the foot. Among those most frequently treated at HSS are cavus foot, tarsal ...
HSS is the world's leading academic medical center for musculoskeletal heath, offering courses and training for the national and international rehabilitation community.
1. What is antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)? Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a systemic autoimmune disorder in which the patient’s immune system makes antibodies (antiphospholipid antibodies [aPL]) ...
HSS is the world’s leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health. At its core is Hospital for Special Surgery, ranked No. 1 in orthopedics for 15 years in a row by U.S. News & ...
Since its founding in 1863, HSS has trained the minds, hearts, and hands of some of the finest orthopedic surgeons in the United States. A steadfast commitment to excellence in education dates back to ...
The mission of the Department of Biomechanics is to apply principles of engineering and materials science to solve orthopedic problems by conducting basic and applied research that translates to the ...
The goal of the Lupus and Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) Center of Excellence is to provide the highest quality of care to enhance our patients’ lives. Lupus and APS are autoimmune diseases that are ...
Pain, swelling, stiffness, or a buckling sensation in the knee can signal the presence of a wide variety of conditions or injuries that may affect the general population. But patients who injure or ...
Dr. Aaron Daluiski is a clinician-scientist specializing in adult and pediatric hand and upper extremity surgery. He received his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, and ...
Hip dysplasia, also known as developmental dislocation or congenital dislocation of the hip, is where socket of the hip joint doesn’t fully support the ball of the joint. The condition can create a ...
Members are selected through a robust application and inspection process which evaluates their credentials, provision of care, facilities and scope of service. Patients can easily and confidently ...