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Shoulder Injuries

Common Shoulder Injuries in Athletes

In virtually all sports, the shoulders are called upon to perform feats of strength, speed, and endurance – feats for which they are not always well-suited. For example, a baseball pitcher is required to throw a five-ounce baseball as hard as they can, as often as 300 times a day. Gymnasts support their whole body

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Considering Surgery: What To Ask Your Shoulder Surgeon

If you’ve been recommended for shoulder surgery, know that surgery of any kind is a huge undertaking. Ultimately, the decision to have surgery rests on you. This is your decision to make, and surgeons empower their patients by giving them all the information they need about the surgery, as well as ample time to make

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Why Would an Orthopedic Surgeon Recommend Shoulder Surgery?

Damage to the shoulder joint can cause significant pain, instability, and the inability to move the shoulder very well if at all. When the shoulder pain and disability become unbearable, surgical intervention can restore your normal function once again. Let’s talk about some of the most common reasons for having shoulder surgery, and where you

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What Happens if a Rotator Cuff Repair Is Not Performed?

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

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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

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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

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Overtraining Syndrome: 10 Signs that May Suggest You’re Training Too Hard

We all know the importance of exercise to keep the body’s health and functioning at optimal levels. Too much training, however, can actually lead to a decline in performance, cause burn out, and lead to a number of sports-related injuries. If you are concerned about overtraining, there are signs to look out for which may

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When to Visit a Sports Medicine Doctor

Injuries during sports are inevitable, and the shoulder, arm, wrist, elbow, hand, and fingers can be particularly vulnerable to repetitive-motion injuries and forceful impacts. If you get seriously injured in any of these parts of your body, it is time to visit a doctor with expertise in sports injuries. Sports medicine doctors are fully equipped

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What Can a Sports Medicine Doctor Treat?

Keeping healthy is a priority for virtually everyone, and part of staying healthy is having an active lifestyle. Many people take up a sport or exercise to stay fit – but no matter what activity you choose, injuries can happen. Repetitive-motion injury, high-impact injury, and even just pushing yourself too hard can all necessitate a

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Diagnosing the Cause of Shoulder Pain

Our shoulders are large and complex parts of the body. They are composed of bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments that work together to provide us with a wide range of motion. However, it is sometimes difficult to pinpoint the actual injury within the shoulder due to its complexity. Common Causes of Shoulder Pain Finding relief

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