Tendons are fibrous tissue bands that connect muscles to bones. When the tendon becomes irritated, inflamed or suffers tiny tears, the condition is known as…
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Scapula (Shoulder Blade) Fractures
The scapula or shoulder blade is a bone that is protected by a surrounding complex web of muscles. In many cases, fractures of the shoulder…
Shoulder Trauma (Fractures and Dislocations)
Shoulder trauma or dislocations and fractures of the shoulder may occur due to injuries resulting from a fall onto the shoulder or accidents that fracture…
Dislocated Shoulder
The most mobile joint in the body is the shoulder. The shoulder’s ability to turn in many directions enables a person to perform different tasks…
Common Shoulder Injuries
Nearly 7.5 million Americans visit every year to the doctor’s office for a shoulder problem, including injuries related to the shoulder and upper arm. Athletic…
Clavicle Fracture (Broken Collarbone)
A broken collarbone is clinically called a clavicle fracture, which may occur commonly in people of all ages. The clavicle is situated above various important…
Chronic Shoulder Instability
The shoulder is the most moveable joint in the body, but this greater range of motion may also become the cause of instability. Shoulder instability…
Shoulder Surgery
Shoulder is the body’s most flexible joint, but this flexibility also makes it vulnerable to injury and instability. In case of mild problems, non-invasive solutions…
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Orthopedic surgeons may use shoulder arthroscopy to examine, diagnose and repair problems related to the shoulder joint. The procedure involves insertion of a tiny camera,…
Rotator Cuff Tears: Surgical Treatment Options
Surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff will usually involve reattaching the tendon to the head of the upper arm bone or humerus. If the…