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When to See a Shoulder Doctor Versus a Shoulder Surgeon

A shoulder injury can be a crippling experience, especially for athletes, weekend warriors, and seniors. Anyone with this issue can benefit from receiving specialized care – the kind provided by orthopedic doctors specializing in shoulder treatments or shoulder surgeons. This article discusses shoulder doctors and shoulder surgeons, and why one may be better than the

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Common Causes of Shoulder Pain: Understanding Your Symptoms

Shoulder pain often sneaks up on you. One day, everything is fine, and the next, even reaching for a cup seems impossible. It is an issue many people face, yet pinning down its cause can be tricky. This article aims to guide those struggling with shoulder pain. We will explore common causes, how to identify

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Gamer’s Thumb and Other Gaming Hand Injuries

Online gaming is becoming an increasingly popular hobby among people of all ages – and with an estimated three-quarters of all U.S. households having at least one gamer, it is an integral part of American culture. This love for gaming, however, has been attributed to a rise in repetitive-stress hand and wrist injuries, particularly “gamer’s

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Treatments for Hand Tendonitis

Hand tendonitis refers to the inflammation of a tendon on the hands or wrist. This condition occurs from an injury or, more commonly, repetitive motions that put stress on the tendon. The treatment plan for hand tendonitis differs from person to person. Treatment methods can range from home remedies and non-surgical options to surgery. Home

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Is Cracking Your Fingers Bad for You?

Many people crack their knuckles, toes, back, and especially their fingers. The snapping, popping sound can cause those within earshot to recoil. Perhaps you have heard that cracking your fingers (or knuckles) can lead to arthritis, or that your fingers will become permanently disfigured. Maybe you were told as a child that cracking your fingers

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What Conditions Can an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Treat?

Orthopedic surgeons specialize in surgical, minimally invasive, and therapeutic treatments for musculoskeletal system issues. The musculoskeletal system includes the body’s bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and related connective tissues. While orthopedic surgeons are able to perform many different kinds of procedures, orthopedic hand surgeons specialize in hand surgeries. They have devoted significant time to studying, examining,

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Can Sleeping Positions Cause Shoulder Pain?

How do you sleep at night: on your back, stomach, side – or a combination of all three? It’s important because your sleeping position could have a painful effect on your shoulder joint and muscles that, in turn, can prevent you from getting a good night’s rest and significantly affect your quality of life. While

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What Are My Treatment Options for Calcific Tendonitis of the Shoulder?

One of the most common sources of shoulder pain is calcific tendonitis. It occurs when deposits of hydroxyapatite – crystallized calcium phosphate – forms in shoulder tendons (usually the rotator cuff) and causes inflammation. The pain can be quite severe and lingering. Nonsurgical Treatments for Calcific Tendonitis But here’s the good news – most patients

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Five of the Most Common Repetitive Motion Disorders

Repetitive motion. Whether you work at a construction site or blog for a living, you are at risk of developing repetitive motion disorder. Work-related motions that are “repetitive” include typing at a keyboard, clicking a mouse, working on an assembly line, using a jackhammer, lifting heavy things, and any other activity where the body is

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