Sports Medicine

At Central Orthopedic Group of Long Island, one of our specialties is Sports Medicine. But what exactly is Sports Medicine and how can it help you? To answer that we’ve written this blog post to go over the fundamentals of what a Sports Medicine doctor can do for you as an athlete. Sports Medicine involves  … View More

Now that summer is finally almost here, it’s time to start enjoying our favorite outdoor activities again. And for many of us, especially on Long Island, there’s nothing like waking up early to hit the golf course. However, the subsequent pain can really dampen that joy. While golfing is a great and fun way to  … View More

With spring finally here, many people are eager to start engaging in their favorite activities. Boating, jogging and golfing are all great sources of exercise, but carry their fair share of risks. While tennis is a leisurely way to spend a quiet Sunday morning, improper technique may lead to injury. As an orthopedics office with  … View More

On Long Island, we’re finally beginning to experience the first signs of winter’s end and the dawn of the warmth and sunlight of spring. As a result, many of us will feel motivation to get outside and exercise. In particular, running is usually one of the outdoor activities that sees a significant boom once the  … View More

What are the most common Fall sports injuries? School may have just started on Long Island, but fall athletics are in full swing! Whether your student athlete is running track, dominating the soccer field or suiting up for football, as a parent, the fear of injury is never far from your mind. At The Central  … View More

Ask an Orthopedic Series #AskAnOrtho Question: When should I use hot vs. cold therapy for an injury? Both hot and cold therapies can help to reduce pain from a muscle or joint injury, but deciding which course of treatment to take can be more than a little bit confusing! At The Central Orthopedic Group, we  … View More

With ACL injuries on the rise, it is important to educate yourself on how to cope with this debilitating problem. ACL injuries are all-too-common in competitive and recreational athletes that require more than just an ice pack…   Treating your ACL Injury at the Central Orthopedic Group The team at Central Orthopedic Group specializes in  … View More

If you’re an athlete, then you know sports will take its toll on your body. Done regularly, movements like running, jumping, or pivoting can negatively impact joints, muscles, and bones. Furthermore, improper form can increase this risk. Our highly qualified staff will diagnose and treat your sports injury. However, it is important for athletes to  … View More

What you need to know about common ankle injuries. Whether you’ve had a collision on a sports field, tripped while on a power walk, or had a moment of poor form in crossfit, chances are that you have sore ankle joints. So at what point does this pain go from a bummer that holds you  … View More

Dr. Crispin Ong was featured in the South Nassau Communities Hospital’s Health Outlook Newsletter. Last fall, as James, then 66, practiced his backswing at the driving range, he felt a “sharp, intense pain” in his left knee. “It was as if a stick hit my left knee,” recalled James, a former Rockville Centre resident who  … View More