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Howard J. Luks, MD

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MRI

When Should We MRI Shoulder Injuries?

Shoulder pain is very common.  Should we obtain an MRI on everyone with shoulder pain? The quick and obvious answer is no ... but let's explore why. The

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Pediatric Orthopedic

Growing Pains

Growing pains: When should we worry and what should we do? As a pediatrician, I have heard parents attribute dozens of different issues to growing pains.

Rotator Cuff

What is the Cause of Rotator Cuff Tears? Shoulder Expert Series

The rotator cuff is composed of 4 very important muscles.  Together they surround your shoulder and help you move the arm.  Rotator cuff injuries can cause

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Sports Medicine

You MUST have surgery

"You must have surgery ... " 20 something years ago I was faced with a very important decision.  What specialty would I choose to pursue as a physician?  

same day knee replacement surgery
Knee

Custom Knee Replacement

Mary is in excruciating pain.  Waking up and stepping out of bed has become a dreaded activity.  She remembers the days she would bolt out of bed and head out

ACL Injuries in New York
ACL

ACL Tears in Westchester NY Start to Rise … 4 Critical Issues to Understand Before Surgery

As you know, I am a Westchester County, NY Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine ... Because we treat so many athletes and weekend

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Rotator Cuff

Rotator Cuff Tear Treatment : Should I Choose Physical Therapy or Surgery?

The rotator cuff is a series of four small muscles that control your shoulder. Tears in the rotator cuff are very very common. It turns out that using the term

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ACL

Recovery from ACL Surgery : The Psychological Component

As anyone who has had an ACL reconstruction will tell you... it is a big deal.  The recovery from ACL surgery is not simple. Not only is an ACL

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ACL

Physical Therapy Following an ACL Reconstruction : Expert Series #3

Physical therapy is the most critical aspect of your overall recovery from an ACL rupture. Why do I need physical therapy after my ACL reconstruction? You

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ACL

The Role of Physical Therapy Before ACL Surgery .. Our Expert Series Continues

If you are an athlete with an ACL injury or if you are the parent of a student athlete with an ACL injury, you will likely have many questions regarding how the

Howard Luks Podcast
Podcast

Podcast #4 – Sports Medicine Just Got Social

In episode 4 we explore a biological approach to various common orthopedic issues such as rotator cuff tears.  For too long, Orthopedists and the medical device

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ACL

How Do You Choose A Surgeon For Your ACL Surgery?

The parents of an ACL injured athlete faces many challenging choices. Is ACL surgery necessary? Which  ACL surgery technique best suits my child's

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Howard J. Luks, MD

Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine

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Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522

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