Riley J Williams III MD | The Pro Sports Doc

Chief, Sports Med @HSpecialSurgery | Prof @WeillCornell
MD: 🏀 Nets | ⚽ Red Bulls | 🇺🇸 USA Basketball | Dir 🏆 FIFA 2026
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[Riley J Williams III MD | The Pro Sports Doc @rileywilliamsMD]

Suspect a #shoulderfracture after trauma? Common signs include:
· Severe pain & swelling
· Bruising & limited mobility
· Grinding or clicking
· Visible deformity
Learn what to look for: https://t.co/X8hjbjB91N #Ortho #PatientEducation

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#Osteophytes often coexist with #loosebodies, #synovitis, or capsular contracture. For selected patients, arthroscopy helps identify and treat these true contributors directly because the ultimate goal is a functional joint, not a cleaner scan. https://t.co/484c0IBj05

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Managing knee arthritis starts long before replacement:
🔹 Nonsurgical: Exercise, physical therapy, bracing, and injections
🔹 Surgical: Cartilage procedures, osteotomy, or partial/total replacement
Discover your options: https://t.co/35qhv02bjW #KneeArthritis #HealthEducation

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The subacromial bursa reduces friction, but when it becomes inflamed, everyday tasks become a challenge. Learn when persistent #bursitis may benefit from an arthroscopic #bursectomy: https://t.co/H4H2DFwinb #PatientEducation #JointHealth

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A torn lateral collateral ligament in the elbow can lead to joint instability & a loss of normal strength and mobility. When does reconstruction become necessary? Learn how this procedure restores crucial stability after hard falls or trauma: https://t.co/MNgwn692gT #Orthopedics

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Restoring motion is vital for severe #frozenshoulder.
1️⃣ Manipulation under anesthesia releases the tight capsule.
2️⃣ Arthroscopic release provides comprehensive relief.
Learn more about treatment options: https://t.co/mXFqy7UHda #shoulderpain #frozenshoulderrepair

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DYK saving your #meniscus is becoming the priority over removal? From pull-out tunnel techniques to suture anchors & side-to-side repairs, modern orthopedic surgery offers advanced ways to fix #mensicusroottears & protect your joints. Movement is medicine! https://t.co/aaLPXzF7wd

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Born with a #discoid #meniscus? Whether triggered by an injury or not, common symptoms include:
· Popping or clicking
· Pain, stiffness & swelling
· Mechanical locking or catching
· Giving-out sensations
Learn more: https://t.co/WF9tFdwsLR #KneePain #Orthopedics

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Great teams rely on the people beside you. This #PAWeek, Dr. Williams honors Melissa Lefkowitz, PA-C, and Andrew Scavuzzo, PA-C, for their exceptional clinical expertise and commitment to our patients. https://t.co/J7hqpnzDoA #PAWeek2026 #HealthcareHeroes

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#PlateletRichPlasma therapy starts with a simple blood draw. A centrifuge concentrates the platelets, followed by 3 injections, typically spaced 2 weeks apart, to address joint inflammation or arthritis. Learn more: https://t.co/hBddGs4vg0 #RegenerativeMedicine #Biologics

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Does your shoulder blade snap, pop or grind? The scapulothoracic bursa helps your shoulder blade glide over your rib cage. When it becomes irritated, #SnappingScapulaSyndrome can develop, causing pain with movement and activities like lifting or throwing. https://t.co/SLTXCFKznK

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Pain on the inside of the elbow can involve the flexor mass: the muscles and tendons that help bend the wrist, hand and fingers. Repetitive stress can cause these tissues to become inflamed, strained or torn. Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/zgLJVqtwQF #elbowpain #golferselbow

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#PCLreconstruction isn't always the whole solution. High-energy injuries may involve the posterolateral corner & other stabilizers. If associated instability is missed, reconstructing the PCL alone may not address the biomechanics that matter. https://t.co/A1RqKRV2ck #kneesurgery

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Recovering from #tricepstendon repair happens in stages. The #elbow is protected with a splint or cast for 1–2 weeks, then a movable brace for about 4 weeks. #Physicaltherapy helps rebuild motion and strength. Return to sports is often around 4–6 months. https://t.co/OjqncOykFH

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#ACLreconstruction has evolved significantly. Today, anatomic reconstruction places the graft at the ACL’s native attachment points on the femur and tibia, helping restore normal knee motion. Graft choice depends on the patient & injury. https://t.co/uDyoFaNQsg #kneesurgery #ACL

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What makes #shoulderjoint resurfacing different? Rather than removing large amounts of bone, it resurfaces the damaged joint while preserving more of the shoulder’s anatomy. For the right patient, outcomes can be comparable to total shoulder replacement. https://t.co/AnWHEeNHYq

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4th place. 1:39:44. And 13 minutes faster than NYC. Dr. Williams delivered an impressive performance at #HYROX Washington, D.C. Next stop: Anaheim in December. From the operating room to the HYROX floor, he keeps chasing the next goal. https://t.co/x7zwgByQtS #bethechange

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“#Impingement” is a diagnosis, not always the whole answer. Overhead activity can irritate the rotator cuff & bursa, but the underlying pathology varies. History, exam and imaging must be considered together. The label starts the evaluation. https://t.co/dERUzgVAjo #orthotwitter

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An #elbowdislocation needs more than a quick look. X-rays confirm the dislocation and identify fractures, while CT or MRI may help assess other bone or ligament injuries. Because nerves and blood vessels can be at risk, urgent treatment is necessary. https://t.co/v2vnpfSsdP

[Riley J Williams III MD | The Pro Sports Doc @rileywilliamsMD]

Why can the #kneecap feel stiff after a #kneeinjury or surgery? Scar tissue can restrict patellar movement, increasing pressure on cartilage & contributing to pain/loss of motion. #PatellarEntrapment can develop after trauma, ligament injury or surgery. https://t.co/hxSJOkpRpJ