Dr Michell Ruiz - Orthopedics, Sports Medicine - Mexico City

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Dr Michell Ruiz - Orthopedics, Sports Medicine - Mexico City

I am expert in Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Joint Replacement with more than 20 years of experience

Dr. Ruiz currently enrolled as medical specialist on the Department of Surgery in Elbow and Shoulder of the National Institute of Rehabilitation and in the Physician Sports Trauma in care of injuries due to sports activity. Dr. Ruiz has published for the National Institutes of Health as has collaborated with medical magazines such as: American Journal of Sports Medicine and Journal of Shoulder and

Elbow Surgery. Is member of important associations like the Mexican College of Traumatology and Orthopedics, the Mexican Association of Articular Reconstructive Surgery and Arthroscopy, among other important institutions.

27/04/2026

☝️ 20+ years treating musculoskeletal injuries with precise diagnosis and treatment that actually works.

🤝 Straight to the point. No wasted time. Real results.

Some conditions I treat:

✅ Knee osteoarthritis: Progressive wear of the articular cartilage. Causes pain, stiffness, and inflammation, especially in older patients.

✅ Patellar tendinitis (jumper's knee): Inflammation of the patellar tendon due to overuse. Common in athletes who jump repeatedly.

✅ Ligament and/or meniscus tear: Partial or complete rupture of stabilizing structures. The ACL and menisci are most often affected by twisting forces or direct impact.

✅ Knee bursitis: Inflammation of the synovial bursae. Causes localized pain, swelling, and warmth.

✅ Knee dislocation: Displacement of bones out of the joint. Can damage blood vessels and nerves; requires immediate medical attention.

✅ Cartilage injuries: Focal or diffuse damage to the cartilage. Includes chondromalacia, osteochondritis dissecans, and chondral defects.

✅ Patellofemoral syndrome (runner's knee): Anterior knee pain caused by misalignment between the patella and femur. Common in runners and cyclists.

✅ Iliotibial band syndrome: Repetitive friction on the outer side of the knee. Typical in long-distance runners.

✅ Baker's cyst (popliteal cyst): Buildup of synovial fluid at the back of the knee. Usually secondary to osteoarthritis or a meniscal tear.

✅ Patellar or condyle fracture: Bone break caused by direct impact or a fall. May require surgery depending on displacement.

Book your appointment today! My commitment: Your recovery.

📩 send an email - hola@drmichellruiz.com
📞 Call us +(52) (55) 55.64.28.70 (Bilingual service)

We are located in Mexico City, Mexico
💲 Best Rates
👍 Quicker Recovery Time
🩺 Outpatient Surgery

20/04/2026

ONE EXERCISE TO IMPROVE YOUR CORE STRENGTH

💥 Core exercises optimize muscle strength and stability. A strong core prevents injuries to the knees, hip joints, and lumbar spine. Core muscle stability helps relieve back pain by supporting proper posture.

A strong core:
✅ Stabilizes the spinal column
✅ Aligns the body
✅ Enhances body movement
✅ Improves balance
✅ Improves functional fitness

One of the best ways to strengthen your core is through planks.

Perform a quick warm-up before you begin. A one-minute walk/jog in place, followed by a light stretch, should be sufficient.

How to practice Plank Pose

Follow these simple steps for the perfect Plank!

1️⃣ Begin in the top of a push-up with your elbows directly under your shoulders

2️⃣ Engage your abdominal muscles to squeeze your belly button up towards your spine while maintaining a neutral back

3️⃣ Contract your quadriceps and gluteal muscles to firm your legs

4️⃣ Keep your shoulders drawing away from your ears, and heels over the balls of your feet

ℹ Not sure how long you should hold your Plank Pose? Stay until you feel you can’t keep proper alignment anymore, or try holding it until you feel your muscles starting to burn and your body starting to shake/quiver – then hold it another 15-30 seconds.

⚠️ 𝘛𝘢𝘭𝘬 𝘵𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘥𝘰𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯.

💚 Need a second opinion?
📩 send an email - hola@drmichellruiz.com
📞 Call us +(52) (55) 55.64.28.70 (Bilingual service)

We are located in Mexico City, Mexico
💲 Best Rates
👍 Quicker Recovery Time
🩺 Outpatient Surgery

ℹ️ 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺; 𝘯𝘰 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘳 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘶𝘣𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘵𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦.

15/04/2026

20+ years treating musculoskeletal elbow injuries with accurate diagnosis and treatment that actually works.

✅ No beating around the bush. No wasted time. Real results.
Some conditions I treat**

🔴 Olecranon Bursitis: Inflammation of the synovial bursa located at the tip of the elbow, causing visible swelling and pain when resting on or bending the arm.

🔴 Golfer's Elbow: Pain on the inner side of the elbow due to overload of the flexor tendons; common in repetitive gripping and rotational movements.

🔴 Tennis Elbow: Pain on the outer side of the elbow caused by inflammation of the extensor tendons; worsens when extending the wrist or gripping objects.

🔴 Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: Compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow, causing tingling, numbness, and weakness in the fourth and fifth fingers.

🔴 Sprains: Stretching or tearing of the elbow ligaments due to a forced movement or trauma, resulting in pain and joint instability.

🔴 Tendinitis: Irritation and inflammation of one or more elbow tendons, typically caused by repetitive movements or mechanical overuse.

🔴 Cartilage Injuries: Damage to the tissue lining the articular surfaces of the elbow, leading to pain, crepitus, and restricted range of motion.

🔴 Osteoarthritis: Progressive degeneration of the elbow's articular cartilage due to wear and aging, causing chronic pain, stiffness, and loss of mobility.

🔴 Dislocation: Displacement of the elbow bones out of their normal position, typically from a fall onto an outstretched hand; this is an orthopedic emergency.

🔴 Nursemaid's Elbow (Radial Head Subluxation): Subluxation of the radial head in young children caused by a sudden pull on the arm; results in acute pain and inability to move the arm.

🔴 Fractures: Partial or complete break of one or more elbow bones (humerus, radius, or ulna) due to direct trauma or a fall, requiring immediate medical attention.

Book your appointment today! My commitment: Your recovery.

📩 send an email - hola@drmichellruiz.com
📞 Call us +(52) (55) 55.64.28.70 (Bilingual service)

We are located in Mexico City, Mexico
💲 Best Rates
👍 Quicker Recovery Time
🩺 Outpatient Surgery

06/04/2026

⚠ Rotator Cuff, how can I know if it's injured?

🤓 The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint and keep the head of the humerus securely within the shallow socket of the shoulder.

☝ Identifiable Symptoms:

🔘 Dull, radiating pain: This is a subtle, lingering pain in the shoulder that may radiate to the elbow.

🔘 Nighttime pain: A type of pain that disrupts sleep, especially when lying on the affected shoulder.

🔘 Pain when lifting the arm: Shoulder pain hinders/limits activities involving elevated planes, such as combing hair, drying hair, lifting weight, and reaching the back.

🔘 Loss of strength: In advanced stages, shoulder pain may be accompanied by weakness in the arm and loss of strength.

If any of these symptoms are present, we recommend seeking immediate attention from your trusted orthopedic specialist.

I am here to assist you, provide an accurate diagnosis, and recommend appropriate treatment!

💚 Need a second opinion?
📩 send an email - hola@drmichellruiz.com
📞 Call us +(52) (55) 55.64.28.70 (Bilingual service)

We are located in Mexico City, Mexico
💲 Best Rates
👍 Quicker Recovery Time
🩺 Outpatient Surgery

23/03/2026

☝ 20+ years treating musculoskeletal shoulder injuries with precise diagnosis and treatment that truly works.

✅ No beating around the bush. No wasted time. Just results.

Shoulder conditions I treat:

🔴 Painful Shoulder Syndrome
Persistent pain in the shoulder and surrounding structures caused by overuse, poor posture, or inflammation, with progressive loss of range of motion.

🔴 Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder)
Inflammation of the joint capsule causing severe stiffness and progressive loss of movement. Without proper treatment, it can last for months.

🔴 Calcific Tendinitis
Calcium deposits in the shoulder tendons that trigger episodes of acute pain, especially at night or when lifting the arm.

🔴 Rotator Cuff Injuries
Ranging from inflammation to tears of the shoulder's stabilizing tendons, causing pain, weakness, and difficulty moving the arm.

🔴 Shoulder Dislocation
Displacement of the humeral head from its socket due to a fall or impact. Requires prompt reduction and rehabilitation to prevent recurrence.

🔴 Subacromial Impingement
Compression of the shoulder tendons between bony structures. Causes pain when raising the arm and is one of the most common sources of shoulder pain.

🔴 Cartilage Injuries
Joint damage from trauma or wear that leads to pain, crepitus, and progressive loss of function.

🔴 Glenohumeral Osteoarthritis
Progressive deterioration of the shoulder cartilage resulting in chronic pain, stiffness, and crepitus with functional limitations.

🔴 Shoulder Fractures
Fractures of the humerus, clavicle, or scapula from trauma, managed with orthopedic or surgical treatment followed by rehabilitation.

Book your appointment today! My commitment: Your recovery.

📩 send an email - hola@drmichellruiz.com
📞 Call us +(52) (55) 55.64.28.70 (Bilingual service)

We are located in Mexico City, Mexico
💲 Best Rates
👍 Quicker Recovery Time
🩺 Outpatient Surgery

18/03/2026

EXERCISES TO STRENGTHEN THE HIP MUSCLES

One of the best ways to keep your hip joints healthy is to work to strengthen the muscles that surround your hips and legs.

🤓 To help protect the hip joint from "wear and tear," it is important to strengthen the muscles that support it. Your hip also controls the position of your knee, and strengthening your hips may be one component of your rehab program for knee pain.

The exercises should be simple to do and should not cause pain.

🟢 Straight Leg Raise - Instructions
🔹 Lie on your right side.
🔹 Bend your right leg, and rest your left foot on the ground.
🔹 Slowly lift your top leg as high as you can without bending at the waist. This helps keep the spine stable.
🔹 Also, make sure your leg is in line with your trunk and not in front of it.
🔹 Hold for 5 seconds, then slowly lower the leg.
🔹 Repeat 5 times, then change legs.

🟢 Hip Flexion - Instructions
🔹 Stand up straight.
🔹 Lift your right leg off the floor; bend it so that you create a 90-degree angle at the hip.
🔹 Hold for 5 seconds, then slowly lower the leg.
🔹 Repeat 5 times, then change legs.

🟢 Wall Slide - Instructions
🔹 Stand upright with your back against a wall and feet shoulder-width apart.
🔹 Slowly bend your knees, sliding your back down the wall for a count of five until your knees are bent at a 45-degree angle (do not bend too much further than this as it will cause increased strain on your knees).
🔹 Hold this position for 5 seconds.
🔹 Begin straightening your knees for a count of five, sliding up the wall until you are fully upright with knees straight.
🔹 Repeat 5 times.

🔘 These exercises can be done three to five times per week; be sure to build in a rest day here or there to allow your hip muscles to recover.

⚠️ 𝘛𝘢𝘭𝘬 𝘵𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘥𝘰𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯.

💚 Need a second opinion?
📩 send an email - hola@drmichellruiz.com
📞 Call us +(52) (55) 55.64.28.70 (Bilingual service)

We are located in Mexico City, Mexico
💲 Best Rates
👍 Quicker Recovery Time
🩺 Outpatient Surgery

ℹ️ 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺; 𝘯𝘰 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘳 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘶𝘣𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘵𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦.

04/03/2026

🔴 Shoulder
🔴 Knee
🔴 Elbow
🔴 Hip

Dr. Michell Ruiz, Active Member of:

✅ Arthroscopy Association of North America
✅ International Society for Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Dr. Ruiz currently enrolled as medical specialist on the Department of Surgery in Elbow and Shoulder of the National Institute of Rehabilitation and in the Physician Sports Trauma in care of injuries due to sports activity.

Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Joint Replacement with more than 20 years of experience.

💚 Need a second opinion?
📩 send an email - hola@drmichellruiz.com
📞 Call us +(52) (55) 55.64.28.70 (Bilingual service)

We are located in Mexico City, Mexico
💲 Best Rates
👍 Quicker Recovery Time
🩺 Outpatient Surgery

23/02/2026

+20 years treating musculoskeletal injuries taught me something simple: every patient deserves an accurate diagnosis and a treatment that actually works.

No detours. No wasted time. Real results. My commitment: Your recovery.

📞 Call us +(52) (55) 55.64.28.70 (Bilingual service)

We are located in Mexico City, Mexico
💲 Best Rates
👍 Quicker Recovery Time
🩺 Outpatient Surgery

🔴 Shoulder 🔴 Knee 🔴 Elbow 🔴 Hip

09/02/2026

🔴 Knee Collateral Ligaments

ℹ️ Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL)

MCL connects the top of the tibia (shinbone) to the bottom of the femur (thighbone) on the inside of knee.

🤓 It is responsible for providing stability to the inside of the knee.

💥 An MCL injury occurs when that ligament is stretched or torn.

ℹ️ Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL)

LCL connects the bottom of the femur (thighbone) to the top of the fibula (lower leg bone) on the outside of the knee.

🤓 It is responsible for providing stability to the outside of the knee.

💥 An LCL injury occurs when that ligament is stretched or torn.

Unfortunately, these ligaments are prone to injuries and tears, especially for those involved in sports.

👉 Some injuries can be treated with nonsurgical options, but if a tear should occur, surgery may be the best option for repair.

👍 If necessary, ligament reconstruction surgery is performed using minimally-invasive, arthroscopic techniques.

💚 Need a second opinion?

📩 send an email - hola@drmichellruiz.com

📞 Call us +(52) (55) 55.64.28.70 (Bolingual service)

We are located in Mexico City, Mexico

💲 Best Rates
👍 Quicker Recovery Time
🩺 Outpatient Surgery

🔴 Shoulder 🔴 Knee 🔴 Elbow 🔴 Hip

ℹ️ 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺; 𝘯𝘰 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘳 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘶𝘣𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘵𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦.

04/02/2026

🙏 Honored to Have Been Faculty at the AANA/AMECRA/SLARD Course

Grateful for the opportunity to serve as faculty at this international knee and shoulder course in Naples, Florida.

🤝 Sharing knowledge alongside colleagues from AANA, AMECRA, and SLARD, and contributing to the training of surgeons from around the world was a privilege I don't take for granted.

Two intensive days of hands-on lab training, advanced techniques, and most importantly: learning together.

Thank you to course chairs Dr. Mark Hutchinson and Dr. Fernando Hernández-Pérez for the trust, and to all the participants who made this experience unforgettable.

Until next time 💪

26/01/2026

Rotator Cuff Injury

What is it?
✍ The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, allowing for movement and stability. When these weaken, tear, or become injured, bone friction and functional limitation occur.

Main Symptoms
🔴 Deep shoulder pain, especially when lifting the arm
🔴 Weakness when rotating or raising the arm
🔴 Grinding or clicking when moving the shoulder
🔴 Nighttime pain that disrupts sleep
🔴 Difficulty reaching for objects or combing hair

Treatments
Conservative:
✅ Rest and activity modification
✅ Physical therapy to strengthen muscles
✅ Anti-inflammatories and pain relievers
✅ Corticosteroid injections

Surgical:
✅ Arthroscopic surgery for severe cases or complete tears
✅ Repair of damaged tendon

🤝 Recovery varies depending on severity, but early diagnosis and appropriate treatment significantly improve the prognosis. Consult a specialist if you experience persistent shoulder pain.

💚 Need a second opinion?
📩 send an email - hola@drmichellruiz.com
📞 Call us +(52) (55) 55.64.28.70 (Bilingual service)

We are located in Mexico City, Mexico
💲 Best Rates
👍 Quicker Recovery Time
🩺 Outpatient Surgery

ℹ️ This information is for educational purposes only; no information is intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice.

23/01/2026

😎 Proud to be part of the Global Knee Summit 2026 in Dubai as Faculty in the Trauma section, representing Mexico at this prestigious international forum.

✍ The Global Knee Summit brings together over 150 elite orthopaedic experts from around the world to share the latest surgical innovations in knee arthroplasty, sports medicine, and trauma. Through live surgery, debates, and case-based panels, this event has established itself as a unique space where surgical excellence and high-level knowledge exchange drive the future of orthopaedic surgery.

🙌 It's an honor to contribute to the advancement of our specialty on a global stage and bring the Mexican experience to this summit of knowledge and professional networking.

Dr. Michell Ruiz

Dirección

TLACOTALPAN #59
Mexico City
06760

Teléfono

+525555642870

Página web

https://www.drmichellruiz.com/en

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