How Long does a Shoulder Replacement Last
Those affected by severe arthritis of the shoulder may find the answer to their pain in shoulder replacement surgery. Many studies show that patients who undergo this type of surgery are able to regain their shoulder function and quality of life. It also means they can finally put an end to the ongoing pain that […]
What are the Causes of Shoulder Pain?
Shoulder pain is a common complaint and shoulder pain causes can be many and varied. Getting to the roots of the causes and origins of the pain is the task which the doctor treating the problem must complete before deciding on the most appropriate treatment. Once the cause of the shoulder pain has been established […]
Recovering from an Elbow Operation
The road to recovery from elbow surgery begins very quickly, almost immediately out of the operating room. Your arm will most likely be in a splint and the use of ice packs will help alleviate swelling and pain. Of course, pain relief medicine will also be administered. Elbow Operation Recovery Initially, a very gently rehabilitation […]
What Kind of Doctor Should I See for Elbow Pain?
If you’ve been troubled with elbow woes, either from elbow pain caused by tennis elbow or surgery related pain and immobility you will know the day-to-day strain (and pain) that puts on your life! I mean, not even being able tie your shoelaces, lift a cup of coffee (never mind that tennis racquet or that […]
Shoulder Blade Muscle Pain
The most common cause for that shoulder blade muscle pain that you’ve been having is strained muscle. Is it causing you less restful sleep at night? On-going pain? Restricted movement of the shoulder / arm / neck? If this is your case, and has been confirmed by your doctor, then you can rest assured in […]
What Direction Does the Shoulder Most Commonly Dislocate?
Before looking at what direction the shoulder most commonly dislocates let’s have a look at the physical make-up (anatomy) of the shoulder. The shoulder allows the human body the biggest range of multi-axial movement of any other joint in the human body. It is made up of 30 muscles, 4 major bones, 6 ligaments and […]
How Long Does Rotator Cuff Surgery Take
When talking about injuries to the rotator cuff we are referring to damage of the tendons and muscles that help you move your shoulder, the joint that allows the most movement in the human body. Sometimes the cause can be attributed to a gradual degeneration of the affected area over time. This type of injury […]
Which Sport has the Most Injuries?
While we know that working out is important for our health and that it can even prolong our lifespan, it can also be very injury prone and for many it can result in having to hang up their sports shoes, either temporarily or completely – maybe taking a change in sport career. There are, in […]
Types of Sports Medicine Doctors
If you are in need of the expertise of a sports medicine doctor you might not necessarily be a professional athlete! While the specialization into sports medicine and various types of sports medicine doctors has been a saving grace for the many professional athletes and sports people they treat, amateur and even non-athletes often call […]
Causes & How to Test for Rotator Cuff Tears
The cause of a torn rotator cuff can be due to a sudden trauma to the shoulder while doing sport, especially contact sports such as football. However, this type of injury can also be attributed to a gradual degeneration over time, found in patients whose work involved lifting their arm over their head, heavy lifting […]
