If you have surgery on your shoulder, elbow, wrist, or anywhere else in your arm area, you will most likely be asked to wear a sling for a number of weeks. This is done in order to keep the area immobile while you heal. A shoulder sling is effective in your recuperation process as long […]
Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Are There Restrictions After Shoulder Replacement Surgery?
Shoulder replacement surgery will help to finally alleviate your shoulder pain while helping you to regain your function in your shoulder and arm. The surgery consists of your orthopedic surgeon replacing the worn-out tissues with medical-grade prosthetic parts. Especially during the first six weeks after your shoulder replacement surgery, you’ll have some limitations. Your surgeon […]
What Processes and Techniques Does a Sports Medicine Doctor Specialize In?
Injuries are par for the course if you’re an athlete – whether you’re an amateur, play high school or college sports, or are a professional athlete. In order to keep your body healthy and ready for play, you need to practice proper maintenance of your body as well as be ready for an efficient diagnosis […]
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 […]
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 […]