One common treatment for certain joint conditions that is oftentimes considered before surgery is a corticosteroid injection. The corticosteroid
Treating Calcific Tendonitis Of The Shoulder
Calcific tendonitis occurs when hard calcium deposits form within the soft tendon. When the condition develops in the tendons of the shoulder, it can
4 Tips For Proper Shoulder Sling Use
If you injured your shoulder or are recovering following a shoulder procedure, there’s a possibility that your arm will be placed in a sling for a
Is Shoulder Replacement Surgery Worth It?
Whenever we are facing a big life decision, we typically like to look at the potential pros and cons in order to determine whether or not it’s worth
Breaking Down The 3 Different Grades Of Shoulder Separations
As we’ve mentioned on the blog in the past, a shoulder separation involves an injury to the acromioclavicular (AC) joint. The separation occurs when
Diagnosing And Treating Proximal Humerus Fractures
A proximal humerus fracture involves a break at the top of your upper arm bone. Oftentimes the fracture occurs just below the ball of the shoulder
When Can I Return To Swing Sports After Shoulder Replacement Surgery?
The inability to comfortably play sports like tennis or golf is one of the most common reasons that people elect to undergo shoulder replacement
Preventing Common Shoulder Injuries In Baseball
Spring will be here before you know it, and that means that baseball season is on the horizon. Whether you’re a high schooler or you play in a
The Causes & Treatment Options For AC Joint Arthritis
Your acromioclavicular (AC) joint is the joint in the shoulder where your clavicle meets your shoulder blade. The part of the shoulder blade that
