Posts Tagged ‘shoulder’

Is Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery Worth It?

A man in a blue shirt holding his right shoulder in pain.

Arthroscopic shoulder surgery has a high success rate. It can be a beneficial procedure for treating conditions such as rotator cuff tears, labral tears, instability, impingement, arthritis, and synovitis, as well as general pain, stiffness, and tendon injuries. But, like any surgery, there are pros and cons. Patient outcomes from arthroscopic procedures can vary widely…

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8 Exercises for Shoulder Tendonitis

Woman receiving assistance from a physical therapist for shoulder tendonitis

A focus on periscapular muscle strengthening (i.e. small rotator cuff muscles) and eccentric strengthening are important components to shoulder rehab. Eccentric strengthening is a type of training to lengthen or “elongate” the muscle which minimizes the stress across the joint to allow for less pain while building strength and mobility. What Is Shoulder Tendonitis? Shoulder…

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Common Shoulder Injuries in Sports

Shoulder injuries are common in many sports. Many athletes are at a high risk of injuries affecting the shoulder’s joint muscles, cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. These injuries cause great shoulder pain and other symptoms, which make it hard to work out and compete. If you are experiencing shoulder pain, you must visit a physician since…

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Why Does My Shoulder Hurt When It Gets Cold?

Runner grabbing shoulder

Have you ever noticed how sometimes, when it’s cold outside, you suddenly get all these aches and pains? It’s not an urban legend or hypochondria. The temperature does affect our bodies. We know extreme weather can cause frostbite, but you don’t have to be in an arctic tundra to feel its harmful effects. Think about…

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