Spinal stenosis refers to narrowing of the spinal canal or tunnel that houses the neural elements (nerves) that travel along the spinal column. The narrowing can be central stenosis (referring to the ...

What is a trigger point? A trigger point, also known as a myofascial trigger point, is a painful nodule within a taut band of fascia, a connective tissue that covers your muscles. To the touch, it ...

We enhance the quality of patient lives through cutting edge research in diagnostic imaging. The Department of Radiology and Imaging is nationally and internationally recognized as the premier center ...

World-class orthopedic care, where you live. Our doctors are here for you no matter where you live. We’re constantly looking for ways to make our expertise more accessible – so that you can get back ...

Dr. A. Holly Johnson is an orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon at HSS specializing in helping people return to their pre-injury level of activity, whether that is running ultra-marathons, playing ...

Dr. Angelie Mascarinas is a board certified Physiatrist with fellowship training in interventional spine and musculoskeletal care. She specializes in the nonsurgical diagnosis and management of both ...

Este programa de apoyo y educación está diseñado específicamente para personas de la comunidad latina con artritis inflamatoria (AI) y sus familias. Todos los materiales y eventos del programa se ...

It’s possible to counteract age-related losses in muscle mass related to lower testosterone levels. Advice to improve your movement, fitness, and overall health from the world's #1 in orthopedics. As ...

Dr. Daniel Richman is an attending pain management physician at Hospital for Special Surgery in the Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care & Pain Management. Dr. Richman is also an assistant ...

The physiatrists at Hospital for Special Surgery perform non-operative treatment procedures on patients who have spinal and sports-related injuries as well as other musculoskeletal problems. These ...

HSS is recognized internationally as a leader in pioneering new ways to care for people with spine conditions. Our exceptional patient care, rigorous infection control protocols and leading-edge ...