Frozen shoulder vs rotator cuff tear symptoms can feel similar, but they usually affect your shoulder in different ways. Frozen shoulder often makes it hard to move your arm, even if someone else tries to help. A rotator cuff tear can cause shoulder weakness, night shoulder pain, or pain when you lift or rotate your…

Not every meniscus tear needs surgery. If your knee locks, catches, gives way, stays swollen, or hurts after conservative care, consider an evaluation with Dr. Steven Struhl, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and shoulder and knee specialist at Steven Struhl MD – Shoulders & Knees in Midtown Manhattan and White Plains. What Is a Symptomatic Meniscus…

Shoulder pain can make even simple daily activities like lifting your arm, reaching overhead, or sleeping comfortably feel difficult. One common cause of persistent shoulder discomfort is acromioclavicular (AC) joint arthritis, a condition that affects the small joint at the top of the shoulder. At Steven Struhl MD – Shoulders & Knees, with locations in…

An elbow dislocation is a painful and often alarming injury that can happen suddenly, usually from a fall or direct impact. While it may look severe, not every dislocation requires surgery. At Steven Struhl, MD – Shoulders & Knees, with locations in NYC and Westchester, we help patients understand their condition and choose the most…

A wrist fracture can happen in an instant. A fall onto an outstretched hand, a sports collision, or even a car accident can result in a break. While many people assume a wrist fracture is straightforward, the wrist is actually one of the most complex joints in the body. At Steven Struhl, MD – Shoulders…

Knee pain caused by osteoarthritis can gradually limit mobility, independence, and quality of life. For patients with early to mid-stage osteoarthritis, knee replacement surgery does not always have to mean replacing the entire joint. Advances in orthopedic technology have introduced more precise, less invasive options that focus only on the damaged portion of the knee….

Trigger finger is a common hand condition that causes pain, stiffness, and the characteristic “catching” or locking sensation when bending or straightening a finger or thumb. While it may start as a mild annoyance, trigger finger can gradually interfere with daily activities such as gripping, typing, lifting, or even getting dressed. Fortunately, most cases respond…

Shoulder pain and weakness can make even simple tasks—like reaching overhead or lifting objects—feel impossible. For many patients, the root cause involves damage to the rotator cuff, a group of muscles and tendons that keep the shoulder joint stable and functional. When a rotator cuff tear occurs, it can lead to—or worsen—shoulder instability, a condition…

Advancements in orthopedic diagnostics have dramatically improved how joint injuries are identified and treated. One of the most groundbreaking tools now used by leading orthopedic specialists like Dr. Steven Struhl is the IntraVu Needle Scope Arthroscopy system—a minimally invasive, real-time diagnostic tool that is transforming patient care in both New York City and Westchester. Dr….

Partial knee replacement has always been one of the most technically demanding orthopedic surgeries. Even the smallest error in implant placement—sometimes just a millimeter—can shorten the life of the implant and leave patients struggling with pain or limited mobility. That’s why the arrival of MAKOplasty robotic-assisted partial knee replacement has been such a game-changer. At…