Cohen Orthopedic

And now the story begins.

The patient in the outreach text was an 18-year-old baseball player with his entire freshman collegiate season ahead of him this August.

He injured his knee avoiding a tag while stealing a base the night before.

His appointment was at 10:00 AM.

SameDayNextDay! isn’t a tagline. It’s a guiding principle.

When young athletes suffer a significant injury, uncertainty becomes the enemy. The waiting, the wondering, the endless questions of “How bad is it?” and “Will I play again?” can be just as debilitating as the injury itself.

After a thorough history and physical examination, we obtained an immediate MRI. SameDayNextDay means more than simply being seen quickly. It means establishing a definitive diagnosis and creating a treatment plan without unnecessary delays.

Unfortunately, life sometimes has a way of disrupting our best intentions.

The MRI demonstrated an acute ACL rupture, tears of both the medial and lateral meniscus, a low-grade MCL injury, and associated bone bruising consistent with the pivoting mechanism of injury.

Surgery is Friday.

Not because surgery is the finish line, but because recovery cannot truly begin until the path forward is clear and well-defined.

The physical recovery is important.

The mental recovery is equally important.

The mind cannot get out of its own way when it is trapped in uncertainty. Once the diagnosis is established, the plan is in place, and the goal is visible, the athlete can stop wondering and start recovering.

Today, he knows exactly where he stands.

Friday, the reconstruction begins.

And shortly thereafter, the journey back to the baseball field begins as well.

PatientsFirst. SameDayNextDay. 🫶⚾️💪

☀️ Beach days are meant for relaxing, but they can be surprisingly tough on your back, knees, hips, and shoulders.

From carrying coolers across the sand to sitting in awkward positions for hours, small activities can lead to aches and pains that linger long after your vacation ends.

Our latest blog shares simple tips to help protect your joints, prevent injuries, and keep you comfortable all summer long.
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⚾️ PAINTS WIN!!! ⚾️

The winning continues, and we’re back home today for Kids Day presented by Subway!

🎟️ FREE admission for all kids 12 and under
🤝 Meet the Paints players on the field after the game
🏃 Run the bases and make memories under the lights

There’s nothing better than a summer evening at the ballpark with the next generation of Paints fans.

See you at VA Memorial Stadium!

PAINTS WIN!!!
We're home again tomorrow night for Kids Day by Subway. All kids, 12 and under, get free admission and can the meet the players on the field after the game and run the bases!