A SLAP tear is a specific type of shoulder injury that was first described by Dr. James Andrews in 1985. The moniker stands for Superior Labrum,
How Long Can You Put Off Shoulder Surgery?
Few people are chomping at the bit to undergo surgery, especially if the operation is elective in nature. Oftentimes when we’re first told that we may
What Is Swimmer’s Shoulder And How To Treat It?
A number of athletics put a lot of strain on a person’s shoulder joints, but few require as much repetitive strain on the area as swimming. If poor
How Young Athletes Can Protect Their Shoulders
The shoulder joint is an integral part of performance for most athletes, especially if your sport involves any throwing or swinging. In sports like
Avoiding The 3 Most Common Reasons For A Setback After Shoulder Surgery
Nobody wants to experience a setback after surgery that prolongs their rehab or causes them to need a secondary operation, but it’s an unfortunate
What To Look For In A Shoulder Surgeon
If you’ve been told or suspect that you’re going to need an operation on your shoulder, you’re going to want to find someone you trust to perform the
What You Should Know About Frozen Shoulder & Menopause
We’ve discussed the problem of frozen shoulder on this blog in the past, but to recap, it’s a condition that involves stiffness, pain and inflammation
How to Identify & Treat AC Joint Pain
When you think of your shoulder joint, you probably think of a ball and socket joint where the top of your arm meets your shoulder blade. This is
When Can I Return To Work After Rotator Cuff Surgery?
Rotator cuff surgery can significantly decrease pain and increase your quality of life, but because of the intricate nature of what’s being corrected
