Shoulder Surgery

It Could be a Dislocation Shoulder dislocations are synonymous with sports such as football and hockey but if you attempt to brace yourself with an extended arm after a fall in baseball, volleyball or gymnastics, you could be just as susceptible to a shoulder dislocation. No one wants to sideline themselves because of some shoulder …

Shoulder Pain After a Big Hit or Car Accident? Read More »

While there are a number of injuries that can result from a vehicle accident, a few principles should guide the patient. First, don’t dismiss those nagging aches and pains. Vehicle accidents, while their numbers have been falling over the past few decades, are still a common cause of neck and back injuries as well as a …

Vehicle Accident Victims Need a Long-Term Outlook Read More »

A patient I’ll call Maureen came to see us the other day. She’d been having pain in her hip and back and it was causing her to lose sleep. We’ll describe it here, because Maureen’s problem is actually quite common. Maureen’s pain was in her joint, she insisted, poking the side of her hip with …

Pain of Bursitis Can Mimic Other Disorders Read More »

Most people don’t realize how much they rely on their shoulders until one of them starts to hurt. Suddenly, routine tasks become difficult. From combing one’s hair to walking the dog to pulling on a shirt . . . a sore shoulder makes its presence felt. Diagnosing the Problem is Step #1 There are a …

Shoulder Injury Treatment Options Read More »

Basketball players are as eager to be back on the floor as participants in most sports.