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How Shoulder Replacement Is Different from Rotator Cuff Repair

Shoulder injuries can be debilitating and disruptive, especially since you rely on your shoulders for so many things. Shoulder injuries may prevent you from working, playing sports, enjoying time with your loved ones or even resting. That is why it is important to seek immediate medical treatment so your injury does not get worse. Not

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How Do Orthopedist’s Diagnose Dupuytren’s Contracture?

Dupuytren’s contracture is a hand deformity in which the layer of tissue that lies beneath your palm, at the base of your fingers, abnormally thickens. The thickened area can eventually develop into a knot, lump or thick band, causing one or more of your fingers to contract or pull in a bent position, toward your

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What Do I Do If I Think I Have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Need Treatment?

If you have already received a diagnosis for carpal tunnel syndrome or contemplate that you may have carpal tunnel syndrome, visiting an orthopedic doctor would be your best bet. An orthopedic doctor is specialized in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal injuries and conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome. Let’s find out what you can expect from an

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Diagnosis and Orthopedic Treatment for Clavicle Fractures

Did you know that the clavicle (collarbone) takes the top spot on the list of the most commonly fractured bones in the body? This is due to its critical location, which makes the clavicle frequently exposed to trauma or force. Moreover, its middle-third segment, which is the thinnest and outermost part, does not have adequate

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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What to Expect from Physical Therapy After Total Shoulder Replacement.

People with significant shoulder pain from arthritis can find relief from their symptoms through shoulder replacement surgery. During the procedure, the surgeon replaces the damaged shoulder joint with an artificial implant. Combined with a comprehensive physical therapy rehabilitation program, shoulder replacement patients can regain shoulder function and return to the activities they love. What Happens

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