Little League elbow is an overuse injury that affects young athletes as a result of their placing too much pressure on the elbow in sports, usually among pitchers. The condition results in swelling and limited range of motion of the elbow, and it develops because the young arm is not yet fully developed. The repeated […]
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Causes of Shoulder Pain
If you suffer from shoulder pain, it can be difficult to deal with. The shoulder is a complex joint system made up of many bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. When one of these things is damaged or injured, it can cause shoulder pain. There are a variety of reasons why you could be experiencing shoulder […]
Brachial Plexopathy
Brachial plexopathy is a type of peripheral neuropathy. It happens when there is some type of injury to the brachial plexus, which is the collection of nerves as they meet between the neck and the shoulder (on each side). The brachial plexus includes the axillary nerve, ulnar nerve, median nerve, radial nerve, and musculocutaneous nerve. […]
5 Possible Causes of Shoulder Pain
There are many injuries and medical conditions that can result in shoulder pain. If you’re experiencing pain in your shoulder, it could indicate a problem that requires medical attention. Don’t live with the pain a moment longer – see an orthopedic professional near you to find out what’s causing your shoulder pain and what your […]
Shoulder Impingement
Thump the top of your shoulder and you’ll feel bone. Directly beneath that is a group of muscles and tendons that make up the rotator cuff, which surround your shoulder joint, one of the most complex joints in the body. When the rotator cuff is injured, it can become inflamed like any other connective tissue. […]
