Shoulder surgeries are some of the most common orthopedic procedures. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons reports more than 53,000 shoulder surgeries yearly in the United States. While most people who undergo shoulder surgery experience a successful outcome, the recovery process can be long and difficult. However, there are some things you can do to […]
Shoulder Pain
Diagnosing Pediatric Fractures: Why You Should See an Orthopedic Doctor
If your child has a musculoskeletal injury, an orthopedic doctor will best serve them. This type of physician knows how to get to the precise cause of the injury and how to treat it quickly and efficiently, without wasting time mulling over ancillary issues that are not applicable to your child. A child’s bones are […]
Treatments an Orthopedic Doctor Can Recommend for Torn Rotator Cuff
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 […]
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 […]
Surgery For Shoulder Dislocation: What You Need to Know
Your shoulder helps accomplish many of your daily tasks. Sadly, because of its complex structure and range of motion, this joint can sustain injury, such as dislocation, more easily than you may think, and you could end up needing surgery. Let’s take a closer look at this procedure performed by your shoulder surgeon in Maryland. […]