Howard J. Gelb, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgery
Howard J. Gelb, M.D., has one goal in his sports medicine practice: getting athletes of all levels back to doing their preferred activities.
The board certified orthopaedic surgeon has been practicing for 27 years and has a wealth of experience working with all types of athletes. Dr. Gelb holds a subspecialty certificate in orthopaedic sports medicine. According to the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, this added qualification is for “board certified orthopaedic surgeons who have demonstrated qualifications in sports medicine beyond those expected of other orthopaedic surgeons by virtue of additional training and a practice characterized by a volume of cases in sports medicine.”
“It doesn’t matter if you are doing yoga or running races — if your doctor doesn’t know anything about the sport, you’re not going to be able to receive tailored treatment,” Dr. Gelb says.
He specializes in treating athletic injuries of the shoulder, knee, hip and elbow in both adults and children. He frequently performs arthroscopic surgery using state-of-the-art technology that results in quicker recovery time. Arthroscopic rotator cuff and shoulder stabilizations make up a large portion of his operative cases.
Dr. Gelb uses a minimally invasive method to treat ACL and meniscal tears, both common injuries among adult and pediatric athletes. One of Dr. Gelb’s goals is to preserve the meniscus which also improves knee stability. He tailors his ACL treatment based on the patient’s injury, age and activities. In specific cases, ACL repair is possible, cutting recovery time significantly.
MMA fighters, professional athletes as well as high school, collegiate and recreational athletes are among the multitude of patients Dr. Gelb treats. His onsite physical therapists help streamline and maximize the patient’s recovery.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a substance that is obtained by a simple blood draw in the office followed by the use of a special centrifuge. Platelet-rich plasma contains proteins and growth factors which are known to improve symptoms of pain and inflammation. Dr. Gelb uses PRP (platelet-rich plasma) for nonoperative treatment of various orthopedic conditions including knee arthritis and tendinitis.
Location: 9980 Central Park Blvd. N.Ste. 222, Boca Raton, 561-558-8898; gelbmd.com
Specialties: Shoulder And Elbow; Arthroscopic Surgery; ACL Reconstruction; Meniscal Repair; Rotator Cuff Surgery; Shoulder Instability Surgery; Partial And Total Knee Replacement
Fellowship: Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery, Cincinnati Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center
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