There are many reasons to ignore a shoulder injury. If the shoulder is on the side of the non-dominant hand, you may feel that natural healing is the best option. However, without an examination, it is impossible to know the extent of damage to your shoulder. As a ball-and-socket synovial joint, the shoulder is capable…
Read MoreThe triceps tendon is vital to the proper function of the arm as it connects the triceps muscle to the back of the elbow. This muscle is used to straighten a bent arm, which is utilized to complete many everyday tasks. For example, carrying grocery bags, reading a book or looking at your cellphone would…
Read MoreInstability in the shoulder is often unpredictable, leaving sufferers worrying about sudden dislocation. The end of the humerus may separate from the glenoid, which are the ball and socket of the shoulder joint. This can be a partial dislocation (subluxation), or a full separation (dislocation). You may suspect shoulder instability if the joint hurts when…
Read MorePain in the shoulder joints can be crippling, impacting arm movement and restricting you from performing simple daily tasks. The problem could be loose bodies in the shoulder, a common consequence of sports or work injuries. Loose bodies are pieces of dislodged bone or cartilage trapped in the thin membrane surrounding the shoulder joint (the…
Read MoreThe rotator cuff is one of those parts of the body we rarely give much thought to until something goes wrong. Not that we do not realize it is there; it simply does so much that we do not always know that it is in motion. Made up of four muscles that come from the…
Read MoreFrozen shoulder is a common shoulder condition that limits the movement of the arm and can be very painful. Usually, frozen shoulder symptoms improve over time with simple non-surgical treatment. However, in some cases, surgical treatment methods can rapidly improve symptoms. What is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that…
Read MoreWinter is a wonderful time of the year. There are so many winter activities that bring enjoyment, but they can also increase your chances of a shoulder injury. Here are some causes of wintertime shoulder accidents, as well as ways to protect yourself from a shoulder injury this winter season. Winter Sports A fresh snowfall…
Read MoreThe shoulder joint and surrounding muscles allow for a broad range of movements. One such muscle, the pectoralis, consists of sections known as the pectoralis major and pectoralis minor. Without this muscle, moving the shoulder forward and across the chest would not be possible. When there is a rupture to the pectoralis or tendons that…
Read MoreIf you experience shoulder pain, the most important thing is finding relief. In order to do that, it is vital to know exactly what is causing your pain. Shoulder pain can be caused by many things, and requires a thorough examination to discover the cause. Shoulder Arthritis Osteoarthritis is inflammation to one or more joints…
Read MoreDepending on the severity of your ligament tears, you may need surgery to repair the damage. If you need surgery for shoulder joint separation, the recovery afterward will take time and patience. It can take a few weeks before you are allowed to go back to work and about six months before you make a…
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