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Shoulder Surgery Recovery Dos and Don’ts

Your orthopedic specialist can perform shoulder surgery to repair torn tissues, remove small bone shards in the joint, shave down bone spurs, or replace the entire shoulder joint (especially if it has arthritis). If you’re about to undergo a shoulder operation, you will want to know about the dos and don’ts of the recovery phase

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When to Visit a Shoulder Surgeon for Your Pain

When shoulder pain persists and interferes with your life – such as making it difficult to drive, or even causing pain while you’re trying to sleep – you want relief, and you want to be able to return to your normal activities. You may be wondering whether you should see a shoulder surgeon. Shoulder surgeons

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How a Shoulder Doctor Treats Abnormal Bone Formation

Abnormal bone formations in the shoulder joint are usually bone spurs. They can be painful and limit your range of motion in the shoulder because they can rub against adjacent nerves or tissues. Bone spurs in the shoulder can disrupt your ability to perform everyday activities like reaching overhead or combing your hair. They can

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Reasons to See a Shoulder Doctor

A shoulder doctor is essentially an orthopedic physician who specializes in the diagnoses, treatment, and prevention of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries affecting not only the shoulder but of the entire upper extremity—the hand, wrist, fingers, arm, and elbow. While many shoulder problems can be handled by your primary care physician, they will most likely refer

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When to See an Orthopedic Doctor Instead of Your Primary Care Physician

If you are experiencing shoulder pain or stiffness, your first thought might be to seek medical attention from your physician. However, persistent joint pain is best evaluated and treated by an orthopedic specialist who knows how to provide long-term relief from musculoskeletal pain without the need for potentially addictive prescription medications. Let’s talk about when

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Treatments for Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints for which patients seek medical attention. The shoulder is strong yet delicate, with many soft-tissue structures inside of it that provide support. Because of these various tissues, finding the actual injury within the shoulder can be complex and involve MRIs, X-rays, and ultrasound-guided contrast injections.

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