Shoulder Posterior Labral Tears
Shoulder posteroinferior labral tears typically refer to tears in the labrum of the shoulder joint that occur towards the back and lower part of the socket (glenoid). The labrum is a cartilage ring that surrounds the glenoid and helps stabilise the shoulder joint....
Stages of Knee Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that affects the cartilage in joints. Knee osteoarthritis is a common condition, and its severity can vary. Here are the stages: Stage 0: Normal No signs of osteoarthritis. The knee joint is healthy. Stage 1: Mild...
Rotator Cuff Surgery – How to Prepare for It & What to Expect
You have been diagnosed with a shoulder rotator cuff tendon tear and have been scheduled for shoulder rotator cuff tendon surgery. What to expect? Pre-Admission I generally do not need to do pre-surgery blood tests, ECG or chest x-rays unless the patient has...
