For over 12 years, Larry Loeser suffered from mild to severe shoulder pain. During that time, he saw a couple of doctors who all recommended the same thing: eventually, he’d need a surgery to replace his deteriorating shoulder cartilage. Larry knew that he needed to hold out on having the surgery for as long as possible. Years ago, his father…
If you’re a weight lifter, you know the deal: no pain, no gain. While post-lifting soreness is always to be expected, sharp shoulder pain when lifting weights is not. That’s why it’s so important to maintain proper form, take adequate rest days, and not load on the weight too quickly. Shoulder injuries are commonly the result of improper form and…
When it comes to starting the New Year off right, most people claim they want to get into shape immediately. That’s why you’ll often find the gyms packed the first few weeks of January, and the really determined folks will stay at it throughout February, March, and the remainder of the year as well. If you work out regularly, you…
If you’ve been suffering from shoulder pain and swelling, shoulder tendonitis may be the main culprit. It refers to the swelling and inflammation of your rotator cuff, which is largely responsible for giving your arm and shoulder a wide range of motion. There are many potential causes of shoulder tendonitis, but two main ones include overuse and acute injury. However,…
Arthroscopic shoulder surgery is a non invasive way for an orthopedic surgeon to get an up close look at what’s going on inside your shoulder. If you’ve been experiencing intense shoulder pain as the result of an acute injury or stress, it’s an excellent way to determine the source of your pain and potentially resolve it at the same time.…
Football is a classic American pastime that comes with its fair share of risks. Due to the high-impact nature of the sport, football players are prone to a number of injuries—especially around their shoulders. However, it’s easy to prevent injury by using proper form, wearing protective pads and a helmet, and following these common injury prevention protocols. One part of…
