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Swimming is not only is a good form of cardiovascular exercise, it can also decrease the amount of stress on your joints. The most effective way to minimize the risk of injury is to develop and maintain strength in the major muscle groups, including the rotator cuff, the muscles around the shoulder blade, and core. Need an anchor? Read how these swimmers were able to get back in the water.

Shane Scotland Neck, NC

"I was hit by a car while joyriding on my favorite Razor scooter. After the accident, doctors said I would never walk again. Without Dr. Wellman's bravery, I wouldn't be here today. "

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Brenna Frederick, MD

"Before surgery, I could not do any physical activity involving my hip. At the time I was a swimmer. Every day after practice, my teammates would have to help me out of the pool because of the pain. Even outside of practice, my hip would affect every aspect of my life. My experience at Hospital for Special Surgery was nothing but positive. Although recovery was difficult, the staff was very friendly and concerned about making the process as smooth and pain free as they possibly could. Since the surgery, my hip has become completely pain free and I am more active than ever!"

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John Rock Tavern, NY knee Image Knee Replacement
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Candace Bethlehem, PA spine Image Spine Fusion
Michael Northport, NY

"The whole process at HSS was fantastic - If you lie in pain each night because of your hips, just get it replaced."

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Megan Ridgefield, CT leg Image Hamstring Injury/Condition
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Alan Richmond Hill, NY hip Image Hip Replacement
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Eugenia Monroe, NY knee Image Knee Replacement
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Emmanuel Brooklyn, NY arm Image Limb Lengthening
Don New Paltz, NY

"Hi Dr. Rozbruch, I Can't thank you enough! The Min and Max are insignificant and my right leg and left leg are within 1 percent which is well under the standard normal difference. As a cyclist I thought you would appreciate this, and as you being my Orthopedic Surgeon I can't tell you how much this old guy appreciates you! "

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Michael Rumson, NJ

"Thanks to Dr. Rozbruch and his staff, my future in racing is bright and I am now training for my eleventh full Ironman in 2012. "

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