Shoulder pain is an unfortunate problem for many athletes, weightlifters and people with physically demanding jobs. While it may seem counterintuitive, since physical activity is often the cause of shoulder pain, there are a number of targeted exercises that provide...
Whether it’s affecting your golf or tennis swing, your workout or even your job, nobody wants to deal with shoulder joint pain. Issues affecting the shoulder joint can include rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, dislocation, bursitis and pinched nerves, but what...
The shoulder is a complex joint made up of the arm bone, shoulder blade and the collarbone. It is an extremely mobile ball-and-socket joint that is packed with many ligaments for support and muscular attachments that allow movement. The shoulder joint is involved in...
The rotator cuff is a supporting structure consisting of four muscles that allows the shoulder to move. It serves as a sleeve that enables the shoulder to rotate while remaining in place. Most sports players and athletes are prone to rotator cuff injuries, which are...
A frozen shoulder, also referred to as adhesive capsulitis, results in lost range of motion, causing pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint. In most cases, there is an inflammation on the capsule (loose bag) around your shoulder joints. The inflammation, muscle...
Shoulder pain is not something that patients should just tough out or ignore. The inability to raise your arms can make simple tasks like reaching for a glass in the cabinet impossible. Leaving shoulder pain untreated can make the problem worse and you could develop...
Your rotator cuff is a group of tendons that allow your shoulder to move freely in the socket. While overuse injuries are the most common reason patients seek rotator cuff injury treatment, sudden traumatic injury like lifting something that is too heavy can also...
Have you ever experienced shoulder pain when lifting your arm? The inability to easily raise your arms above your head can make many daily tasks very difficult. Reaching the top shelf at the grocery store or cleaning above the refrigerator can become a painful chore....
The rotator cuff is the part of your shoulder that, as you guessed it, is responsible for rotation. It is made up of muscles, ligaments and tendons that work together to connect the arm to the rest of your body and move your arm. With full range of motion, you can...
You’ve probably heard someone say, “You've got a lot on your shoulders.” We use this phrase to talk about burdens because your shoulders play a large role in carrying heavy things. Because your shoulders are an important part of many tasks, it’s important to take care...
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