A rotator cuff tear, which is a rip in the group of tendons and muscles that provide stability to the shoulder (rotator cuff), is one of the most common upper-extremity injuries affecting athletes and people whose physical activities or occupations involve repetitive overhead movement. Stiffness in the shoulder, pain in the front of the joint […]
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Questions to Ask Your Shoulder Surgeon About Reverse Shoulder Replacement
Reverse shoulder replacement surgery (reverse shoulder arthroplasty) has given hope to patients who have had a failed conventional shoulder arthroplasty or who are suffering from a severely damaged rotator cuff for which the standard procedure is not recommended. Nonetheless, like making any other important decision, deciding to get a reverse shoulder replacement entails forethought and […]
Hand Surgeries Available at Greater Chesapeake Hand to Shoulder
Hands are made up of a complex network of tiny bones, ligaments, tendons, muscles, nerves, and other tissues and structures. Any injury or pain in these areas can interfere with your ability to perform your daily activities, even small movements can be difficult. Some hand injuries can heal on their own, but lasting pain or […]
How to Maintain the Health of Your Shoulder Joint
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 […]
5 Reasons to See a Sports Medicine Doctor
Sports medicine doctors specialize in diagnosing, treating, and preventing injuries that athletes and active adults often incur. Physical activity carries with it a risk of injury, but avoidance is not the solution, since it is essential to overall health. Let’s talk about five of the main reasons why you would want to see a sports […]
