To understand rheumatoid arthritis flares and how to communicate with your doctor, join the Arthritis Foundation and HSS rheumatologist Dr. Dana Orange on Thursday, 10/8 from 6:30-7:30pm ET for a virtual discussion. For more details and to register, visit http://ow.ly/2LZ750BoExR
No matter what their fitness level, young people can gain strength and improve their overall health with exercises they can do at home. Learn more about exercising during the pandemic from Joseph Molony, manager of the Young Athlete Program at HSS.
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Exercising During the Pandemic: Advice for Young People
Today is National Research Administrator Day, a special day dedicated to honoring and recognizing the enormous and valuable contributions of research administrators supporting scientific advancements, innovation and discovery.
HSS has a talented team of laboratory, translational and clinical research managers and administrators working alongside departmental and central administration to support our scientists and clinical investigators. Research administrators play a critical role in the success of our HSS enterprise with their dedication to supporting high standards of research integrity, safeguarding research participants and ensuring compliance with sponsor, federal, state and hospital policy.
Join us in giving our research administrative staff a special thanks as they support HSS research every day!
The HSS Lupus & APS Center of Excellence will host a webinar on Thursday, 10/8 from 12-1pm ET on lupus, dietary factors and the microbiome. Experts including Dr. Medha Barbhaiya, rheumatologist at HSS, will explore dietary factors that are being studied with regard to the development and severity of lupus as well as the role of the microbiome in inflammatory diseases. For more details, visit http://ow.ly/KTlP50BzqzC
Ammi was in a car accident in her home country of Ecuador, which resulted in a left knee injury. When her knee did not recover following multiple surgeries, she traveled to HSS, where a hip and knee surgeon recommended total knee replacement surgery. Following a successful procedure, Ammi hikes, skates, and works with no issues! http://ow.ly/4sES50BtTYw
Giselle Rodriguez, social worker at HSS, provides signs of anxiety to look for in children with the return to school and remote learning, and ways you can help your child cope.
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How Can Parents Help Children Cope with Fear and Anxiety During the Pandemic?
Dance students from Palm Beach Atlantic University - PBA participated in screenings at HSS Florida with physiatrist Dr. Kathleen Davenport, and physical therapist Jorge Giral, using the DARI markerless motion capture system to assess their functional range of motion, stability and identify areas of potential risk to prevent injury.
In recognition of World Arthritis Day, Laura Gibofsky, HSS nutritionist, provides key points to remember when planning a well-balanced diet.
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Well-Balanced Diet is the Best Recipe for Arthritis Management
As a teenager, Andrea broke the head of her femur in a high jump competition and underwent various surgeries to prevent a hip replacement. After her last surgery proved to be unsuccessful, she found HSS through various recommendations. Following hip replacement surgery, she had less pain than ever before and feels confident walking and wearing heels! http://ow.ly/JONI50BtVlE
Scleroderma Foundation, Tri-State Chapter was live.
October 10 at 9:50 AM ·
Virtual Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma
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“Our pediatric patients are such an inspiration! They teach me so much about resilience, perseverance and living in the moment. Helping these kids – and their families – on the road to recovery is truly gratifying.” – Mary Barcza, RN
As #PediatricNursesWeek concludes, we’d like to thank all of our nurses for being at the heart of every aspect of patient care at HSS!
“The greatest joy of being an orthopedic nurse is helping patients walk again and experience less pain.” – Hayley Wilson, RN
As we continue to celebrate #OrthoNursesWeek2020, we thank our team for their important role in providing quality patient care!
“My role as an orthopedic nurse means helping patients recover from an injury, accident, or debilitating pain and giving them the opportunity to regain their quality of life.” – Anthony Pedone, RN
We’d like to thank our orthopedic nurses such as Anthony for their compassion toward patient care and recovery in honor of #OrthoNursesWeek2020!
"Being an orthopedic nurse means I get to help my patients get back to their optimal quality of life.” – Courtney Sutter, RN
Please join us in recognizing our exceptional orthopedic nursing staff for their teamwork in honor of #OrthoNursesWeek2020!
"As an orthopedic nurse, I enjoy helping people regain their mobility and getting them Back in the Game.” – Deirdre Rogers, RN
In recognition of #OrthoNursesWeek2020, we thank our orthopedic nurses for their contributions to providing quality care to patients and their families!
This week marks National #PharmacyWeek, where we acknowledge the invaluable service that our pharmacy staff contributes to patient care. Our team of pharmacists and technicians work in lockstep with healthcare professionals in every area of the hospital, to ensure HSS patients receive optimal and safe medication therapy management. Please join us in thanking the HSS Pharmacy Department for their hard work and commitment to quality care and safety!
Did you know two of the most common forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? Although symptoms of both can be similar, it's important to distinguish between them to determine proper treatment.
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Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis: What's the Difference?
With the holiday season upon us, it's important for people suffering from gout to be aware of the risks associated with traditional meals served at Thanksgiving and during the holidays.
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Holiday Eating Guide: Food and Beverages That Can Trigger Gout
“My experience at HSS was unforgettable because of the great care from my medical team. They always made sure my parents and I saw hope and possibilities in having Cerebral Palsy and scoliosis.” Thanks to the care of her medical team at the HSS Lerner Children’s Pavilion, Ketrina was able to attend college and graduated with an associate’s degree this summer! http://ow.ly/pJx050CklPH
Did you know some people with hip arthritis eventually develop symptoms that are severe enough that would make them a candidate for hip replacement surgery? Learn more from Dr. Mathias Bostrom, chief of the ARJR service at HSS.
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How Do You Know If You Need a Hip Replacement?
“The National Strength and Conditioning Association recommends strength training be performed two to three days per week on non-consecutive days (not back to back). Here are a few full-body strengthening exercises that you can do with your band to get started.”
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Work Out at Home with Resistance Bands
When getting your turkey from the oven to the table this Thanksgiving, it’s important to use your legs and not your back. To prepare, consider trying these resistance band exercises from Ashley Fluger, exercise physiologist at HSS.
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Work Out at Home with Resistance Bands
As the Official Hospital of the New York Red Bulls, we'd like to wish the team good luck in today's playoff game!
Has working from home given you a sore back or a literal pain in the neck? Dr. Kathleen Davenport, physiatrist at HSS Florida, has some suggestions for stretches and gentle movements to help you soothe your aching body.
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Avoid These Common Aches and Pains While Working from Home
"As a nurse practitioner, I monitor patients recovering from anesthesia. At HSS, I love being able to do what I do best while being supported by my colleagues. One of my proudest achievements in my career is that I obtained my Doctorate at HSS and I have encouraged my teammates to do the same. Now, I give back by sitting as second chair on their Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) projects." - Cheryl Conwell, ANP-BC, DNP
In honor of PeriAnesthesia Nurse Awareness Week, please join us in recognizing the outstanding patient care our team provides!
Don't let all that couch time tie your body in knots. These stretches from Asma Mohammadi, physical therapist at HSS, can help keep your blood flowing and work out soreness or stiffness from too much sitting.
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8 Stretches You Can Do on the Couch
The safety of everyone who comes to HSS is our first priority. From preoperative screening to rigorous disinfection protocols, here’s an inside look at the steps we’re taking to keep patents safe during the pandemic.
