Rotator Cuff Injury & Tears: Symptoms & Causes
Rotator cuff injuries and tears are common shoulder problems that can cause significant pain and affect shoulder function. Here are the symptoms and causes associated with rotator cuff injuries and tears: Symptoms of Rotator Cuff Injury or Tear Shoulder pain Pain is a...
Common Shoulder Surgeries
There are several common shoulder surgeries that may be performed depending on the specific shoulder condition or injury. Here are some of the commonly performed shoulder surgeries: Rotator cuff repair This surgery is performed to repair a torn rotator cuff tendon. It...
An Orthopaedic’s Guide to Subchondroplasty with Case Study
What is Subchondroplasty? Subchondroplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat certain types of bone defects in the joints, particularly in the subchondral region. The subchondral region refers to the layer of bone just beneath the cartilage in a...
When to See a Specialist for Shoulder Pain
It is prudent to consult a Shoulder Specialist for your shoulder pain in the following situations: Severe or persistent pain If you are experiencing severe shoulder pain that does not improve with rest, home remedies, or over-the-counter pain medications, or pain that...
Shoulder Surgery: What to Expect
There are two broad categories of shoulder surgeries: Open surgery - where the usual long skin incisions are made to allow approach to the shoulder joint for the surgery to be carried out. Examples are open reduction and internal fixation of fractures of the shoulder...
Shoulder Pain: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments
Symptoms of Shoulder Pain Pain or discomfort in the shoulder joint or surrounding areas Stiffness or reduced range of motion Weakness or instability in the shoulder Swelling, redness, or warmth in the affected area Difficulty in performing...
