We often do not appreciate the importance of our shoulder until it starts hurting. Our shoulder joint helps us do so many things; such as, holding and maneuvering the hairdryer at just the right angles, rotating the steering wheel when driving, reaching for an item on a shelf and so much more. It is the […]
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Types of Shoulder Surgery for a Torn Rotator Cuff
The rotator cuff consists largely of the muscles and tendons that hold the top of the upper arm bone securely – yet flexibly – in the shoulder socket. Your rotator cuff allows your arm to rotate so you can lift, reach and throw. If you suddenly fall on an outstretched hand or if you perform […]
Common Misconceptions About Rotator Cuff Repair
The rotator cuff muscles and tendons are what keep your arm strongly connected to your shoulder socket. Tiny tears can develop in the rotator cuff due to overuse, which can cause chronic pain and mild disability of the shoulder. A chronic rotator cuff issue can make daily living difficult because doing the simplest things that […]
Tips for Athletes on How to Recover from an Injury Faster
Whether you’re an amateur athlete or an elite sportsman, you most likely agree that suffering an injury is one of the worst things you could ever go through. A sports injury not only shoves you to the sidelines; it also holds the potential to jeopardize your entire career. The silver lining to it is that […]
Symptoms of a Damaged or Torn Rotator Cuff
If you have persistent shoulder pain and find it difficult to reach or move your arm from side to side, you may have a damaged or torn rotator cuff. Here are the symptoms of this common orthopedic injury and how your orthopedic surgeon can reduce your pain and help you regain shoulder and arm function. […]
