ACL Reconstruction: What You Need to Know About Surgery, Recovery
Before undergoing ACL reconstruction, it's vital you understand what surgery and rehabilitation will entail to optimize the chances of success.
Before undergoing ACL reconstruction, it's vital you understand what surgery and rehabilitation will entail to optimize the chances of success.
When hip pain became too much for Mark, a former professional dancer and current educator at Salve Regina University, he turned to UOI's Dr. Derek Jenkins for hip replacement surgery.
Maddie was on the ice when a hit sent her to the hospital with a broken femur. In her myUOIstory, she shares how PT Dan Bien and PTA Russell White helped her get back on the ice for an MVP season and college commitment.
Every summer, emergency departments and orthopedic trauma units across the country see a tragic yet preventable trend—spinal cord injuries caused by diving into shallow water. Whether at the beach, lake, river, or even a residential pool, these injuries often occur in seconds but can leave a lifetime of consequences.
Every year, thousands of people end up in emergency rooms due to fireworks-related injuries. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, over 10,000 such injuries are reported annually, with the majority occurring in the weeks surrounding July 4th.
This recognition reflects UOI's continued investment in programs that go beyond standard benefits—fostering a culture of care, support, and innovation.
Revolutionary AR technology enhances precision, reduces cost for shoulder replacements.
Terry Moreno Toste was recently featured in the Providence Business News' Five Questions segment, where she discussed UOI's upcoming free Fall Sports Preparticipation Exam event and why it's needed.
On the latest episode of the University Orthopedics PT Podcast with Dan Bien, UConn's Julie Burland, PhD, ATC, CSCS, dives into a groundbreaking discussion on the concept of learned helplessness in patients recovering from ACL reconstruction (ACLR). Her research is paving the way toward a deeper understanding of how psychological and neurological factors intertwine—and how this knowledge can transform rehabilitation.
Tim Pool’s journey is a reminder that no matter your age or how far you have to travel, the right care can change everything. With determination, research, and the right medical partner, you can take your life back—one pain-free movement at a time.