Category: Shoulder

Shoulder Health 101: When to Consult a Surgeon

Sometimes we make excuses for our pain. I must have slept wrong, I overdid it at the gym today, or I should have asked for help painting that room. You take Tylenol or Aleve and think it will improve, but then it doesn’t. How long will you suffer until you really do something about the pain? Shoulder health 101: when to consult a surgeon.

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How Can You Tell If Your Rotator Cuff Is Torn or Strained?

Whether you are attempting to throw a softball or reaching into a cabinet for an ingredient, a rotator cuff injury can stop you from playing the game or eat something different. If you’re experiencing tightness and pain in your shoulder, and it is getting worse, could be a rotator cuff tear or strain?

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Shoulder Injury Prevention For Baseball Players

Affectionately known as America’s pastime, baseball is a relaxing sport for spectators who eat peanuts and Cracker Jacks. The athletes who are playing the sport are not so relaxed. In fact, many find themselves with serious injuries including those of the shoulder. Whether you play high school, college, minor league or professional baseball, be aware of shoulder injury prevention for baseball players.

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How To Prevent Rotator Cuff Injuries

It’s hard to do almost anything without moving your shoulder. Getting in and out of a car, washing your hair, or picking up a child all affect your shoulder muscles and tendons. The rotator cuff is a group of four tendons and shoulder muscles that hold the upper arm in the shoulder socket. An injury, overuse, or improper shoulder mechanics can all lead to a rotator cuff injury. Let’s review how to prevent rotator cuff injuries.

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10 Causes Of Pain Under Shoulder Blades

Our shoulder blade is a triangular shaped bone in our upper back and its purpose is to help support pivotal movements of our shoulder. It’s possible to experience pain near or under your shoulder blade that is quite severe or an ache that arrives in waves. The cause and the diagnosis can be determined on the kind of pain, its frequency, and if the pain occurs with movement. Here we will look at 10 causes of pain under the shoulder blade.

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Common Shoulder Injuries In Football You Should Be Aware Of

We love our football whether it’s pee wee, high school, college, or professional. We love to watch it, and youngsters and adults like to play it. Unfortunately, no amount of padding and equipment can prevent injuries from occurring, especially to the shoulder. Here are some common shoulder injuries in football you should be aware of.

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