Benedict Nwachukwu, MD, MBA

01/05/2026

A reverse shoulder replacement may be appropriate if you have:
✔ A massive, irreparable rotator cuff tear
✔ Advanced arthritis with cuff damage
✔ A failed prior shoulder replacement
✔ Complex shoulder fractures
✔ Ongoing pain and limited arm elevation

Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty Surgeon Are you suffering from severe shoulder arthritis? If so, you may be a candidate for a reverse shoulder replacement. Reverse shoulder replacement may be recommended in patients who have developed a complex type of shoulder arthritis called “rotator cuff tear ar...

01/02/2026

How are patellar tendon injuries treated?

Treatment depends on the severity of the injury.
• Mild tendonitis or small tears can often be treated non-surgically with temporary immobilization followed by physical therapy.
• Complete or significant tears usually require surgery to restore knee function.

Early diagnosis and treatment lead to the best outcomes.

Patellar Tendon Injury Specialist Patellar tendon pain can occur when there is injury or inflammation of the quadriceps muscle, or quadriceps tendon attachments. Patellar tendon tears can occur with knee dislocations, injury, sports or a degenerative condition. If you are experiencing pain or tender...

12/31/2025

Who is most at risk for an Achilles tendon tear or rupture?
👟 Men are up to 5x more likely than women, especially between ages 30–40
🏀 Athletes in sports with jumping, sprinting, or sudden stops (basketball, soccer, running, tennis)
💉 Steroid injections and certain antibiotics may weaken the tendon
⚖️ Obesity can also increase risk

Knowing the risks can help prevent a devastating injury.

Achilles Tendon Tear Specialist Are you an athlete who participates in sports that involve running, jumping or quick pivoting? If so you may be at risk of injuring or tearing your Achilles Tendon in your ankle. An Achilles tendon tear can be debilitating and needs to be evaluated by a specialist

12/29/2025

How common is a cam deformity?

More common than you might think. Studies suggest up to 40% of people may have a cam deformity, and in athletic populations, that number can reach 60%.
The key point? Having a cam deformity doesn’t always mean pain, but when symptoms develop, early evaluation matters.

FAI Hip Impingement and Cam Deformity Specialist A cam deformity of the hip can often be asymptomatic for years before a patient notices a problem. Hip pain that develops in the groin area, especially with sitting or stiffness after sitting, can signal a hip impingement. Cam deformities are quite co...

12/26/2025

12/24/2025

Too much training can backfire.

Overuse injuries occur when repetitive stress damages tissues over time, unlike sudden injuries like sprains. Listen to your body and balance work with recovery. https://www.hss.edu/health-library/move-better/overuse-injury Hospital for Special Surgery

When it comes to training, it’s possible to have too much of a good thing.

12/22/2025

ACL repair is typically outpatient, with recovery supported by pain control, ice, elevation, and early motion. PT plays a major role in regaining strength and mobility.

Expect ~5 days to get back to work, 6–12 weeks for normal activity, and 7–9 months for full sports return.

Complex Knee Injury Surgeon Do you participate in sports or athletic activities that may cause a sudden twisting of the knee after a foot is planted? If so, you may be at risk of injuring your ACL (anterior cruciate ligament). Not all ACL injuries require a complete ligament reconstruction, so

12/19/2025

What is an ultrasound-guided hip injection?

It’s a targeted way to deliver medication directly to the source of hip pain. Using real-time ultrasound, I can clearly “see” the hip joint and guide the needle with precision. This ensures the injection goes exactly where it will help most. Here is what else you should know 👇

Hip Injection Specialist Are you experiencing severe hip pain from overuse, arthritis, snapping hip syndrome or FAI? Are you looking for an alternative to hip surgery? Your hip pain may be helped by an ultrasound-guided hip injection. Doctor Benedict Nwachukwu provides diagnosis as well as surgical....

12/17/2025

The Big Picture: The USA sees its World Cup foes and dares to dream the impossible. Can the team defy expectations? 🌍⚽

"Do the impossible" has become both the U.S. men's team mantra, and that will guide them at next year's World Cup.

12/15/2025

When does shoulder pain become a surgical issue?

Total shoulder replacement is typically recommended only after non-operative care fails to reduce pain. Signs you may be ready include:
• Difficulty lifting your arm
• Pain during normal activities
• Lack of improvement with PT or injections
• Resting pain or night pain

Shoulder arthroplasty can dramatically improve comfort and function for the right patient.

Shoulder Replacement Surgeon Are you suffering from shoulder arthritis? If so, you may be a candidate for a shoulder replacement. Shoulder replacement surgery is a viable option for patients suffering from arthritis who have exhausted all non-surgical and more minimally invasive surgical options. Sh...

12/10/2025

Female soccer players face higher injury risk, particularly during growth spurts and early development. Understanding common injuries and prevention strategies is key to keeping athletes healthy and performing their best.

Soccer is hugely popular worldwide. Learn more about preventing injury for female players.