Patient Education
Welcome to the patient education page at The Bone & Joint Center. Our mission is to equip you with the information and tools you need to make informed choices about your health and wellness. Here, you’ll find essential details on treatments, exercises, and recovery strategies to guide you through each step of your care. We are dedicated to empowering you with knowledge and support for a confident and informed orthopaedic care experience.
Online Guides to Specialty Care
Video Library
At The Bone & Joint Center, we view you as a partner in your medical care, not just a recipient of it. This section of our website offers valuable information on various orthopaedic topics, including conditions and surgical procedures. While the procedures featured here represent a selection of those performed by our specialists, these interactive videos are designed to provide a general, educational overview. Remember, every case is unique, and no online resource can substitute for personalized communication with your doctor.
Articles
Health Articles
3 Ways to Prevent Gaming Injuries
Because of the nature of gaming systems and computer use, gaming-related injuries are typically overuse injuries, like trigger finger, carpal… Read More
What Is Dupuytren’s Contracture?
Dupuytren’s disease is a common and benign condition of the palm and fingers where the fibrous tissue underneath the skin tightens and thickens.… Read More
Dos & Don’ts After Total Joint Replacement
After having a joint replacement, you may expect to be able to return to the lifestyle you had before surgery, but this can take some time. It is… Read More
Is the ROSA® Knee Robotic System for You?
Robotic-assisted surgical systems are used in joint replacement to promote accuracy and control and to spare any healthy bones or ligaments from… Read More
Emergency Room Vs. Orthopaedic Urgent Care
Injuries are not scheduled and tend to occur when you least expect them. When you or your loved one suffers an injury, you want the best care… Read More
The medial collateral ligament (MCL) is along the inside of your knee, while the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is in the front of your knee.… Read More
Your Center For Sports Medicine
Trusted by more athletes than any other sports medicine providers in the region, our sports medicine team at The Bone & Joint Center offers the highest level of sports injury care. Our sports medicine specialists are all fellowship-trained and work with athletes of all backgrounds throughout the Capital Region, including Olympic, professional, collegiate, and high school athletes as well as weekend warriors. Together, they serve as a world-class, local resource for the injured athlete, delivering exceptional sport-specific care, treatment plans, return-to-sport plans, and patient education to optimize outcomes and performance.
Orthopaedic Urgent Care
HURT TODAY? TREATED TODAY!
We offer walk-in care for bone, joint, and muscle injuries through our Orthopaedic Urgent Care, seven days a week. No appointment needed.
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
We also offer same-day and next-day appointments that you can schedule now online.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
At The Bone & Joint Center, we understand you may have questions about your provider’s credentials, qualifications, and affiliations. To help you learn more, we’ve included links to external websites where you can explore their memberships, affiliations, and the expertise they bring to deliver exceptional care.
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R)
American Association for Hand Surgery (AAHS)
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)