The rotator cuff consists of muscles and tendons supporting the top end of your upper arm bone like a cuff. Although these tissues are strong and durable, they are not immune to trauma and overuse injury. Tiny tears can develop in the rotator cuff, and these can cause constant shoulder pain. Fortunately, an orthopedic surgeon […]
Shoulder Pain
Why Does My Doctor Want Me to Get a Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery?
Shoulders contain complex parts that are susceptible to injuries. Your orthopedic doctor may recommend shoulder surgery depending on the severity of your condition. In some cases, your doctor may advise you to undergo reverse shoulder replacement surgery. In this procedure, your surgeon will switch the ball and socket in your shoulder joint. This reversal sometimes […]
Protecting Your Joints
Our joints keep us mobile and productive, but they need to be treated with kindness just like the rest of the body. With overuse and a lack of proper maintenance of your body, they can suffer deterioration, inflammation, and injury. Let’s talk about some of the key ways in which you can keep your joints […]
Winter Sports and the Health of Your Bones and Joints
There’s no shortage of exciting sports and recreational activities to do during the winter season, from snowboarding to ice skating. You’ve probably already marked your calendar with your vacation schedule and prepared your gear in anticipation. However, the very thing that makes winter sports so thrilling is also what increases the risks. For example, when […]
Is Surgery Always Necessary for Rotator Cuff Tears?
A rotator cuff tear is a common injury that can cause pain, weakness, and reduced mobility in the shoulder. Although some rotator cuff tears may require surgery, many of these types of injuries can be treated non-surgically and with treatments such as activity modification and physical therapy. The rotator cuff is made up of a […]
