The rotator cuff is an important structure of the shoulder that is often subject to injury. Depending on the severity of the injury, different types of rotator cuff repairs may be necessary. According to a case study, there has been a large increase in rotator cuff repairs in the last decade. The study shows that [...]
Shoulder pain, injuries and fractures are very common and affect millions of people every year. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, about 4 million U.S. citizens suffer shoulder problems yearly. Pain in your shoulder can have many causes but in most cases it is caused by overuse from repetitive motion. If you are [...]
The shoulder is one of the most versatile body parts used to perform day-to-day activities. So it’s no surprise that the majority of the population experiences shoulder pain at some point in their life. Typically, these types of discomforts heal on their own after an ample amount of rest or exercise. Unfortunately, some types of [...]
Whether you’re a teen, adult, or senior, you are likely to suffer from shoulder pain at some point in your life. One way or another, you are bound to experience some kind of shoulder problem一from mild muscle strain or numbness to debilitating conditions and injuries. In fact, studies even suggest that shoulder pain is one [...]
Frozen shoulder is a painful musculoskeletal condition characterized by pain, stiffness, and limited shoulder joint movement. The more painful it is, the more the patient does not want to move it; that’s why it’s called “frozen.” The medical term for frozen shoulder is adhesive capsulitis. It usually affects those who are 40 to 60 years [...]
Experiencing pain and discomfort in certain body parts, like the hips, can be a common problem, especially for adults and seniors. There are many reasons why the hips can become painful, but one common culprit is arthritis. According to studies, one in four people can develop hip arthritis and suffer from its debilitating symptoms. This [...]
The shoulder has one of the most flexible joints in the entire body. Its complex muscle structure allows you to perform different tasks every day with ease and comfort. But because of its broad range of motion and flexibility, the shoulder joint can become vulnerable to plenty of injuries and conditions that may initially present [...]
The shoulder’s ball-and-socket joint allows it to be more flexible than any other body part. Its extensive range of motion enables you to turn it in many directions, accomplishing daily tasks with ease. However, greater flexibility can make an individual vulnerable to injuries, such as shoulder dislocation. Furthermore, the anatomy of the shoulder joint itself [...]
The clavicle or collarbone is the slightly S-shaped bone you can see between your neck and shoulder. It runs horizontally from the rib cage (sternum) to the shoulder blade (scapula). It basically connects the arm to the body and supports the shoulders. However, since the collarbone is located in a vulnerable position with several muscular [...]
The shoulder has one of the largest and most complex joints in the whole body. It is made up of three main bones: the collarbone (clavicle), shoulder blade (scapula), and humerus (long bone of the upper limb). Together, these three prominent bones make up four pairs of joints, namely: Glenohumeral joint - main shoulder joint [...]
