Shoulder pain can be frustrating. It canrestrict your ability to perform daily tasks, such as lifting, reaching, and carrying. Mild shoulder pain responds well to rest, OTC medications, and activity modification. But, if your shoulder pain is accompanied by other symptoms, such as weakness, swelling, limited mobility, or numbness in the arm or hand, and…
Shoulder Pain
Nonsurgical Treatment Options for Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can limit your range of motion, disrupt your sleep, and diminish your ability to perform daily tasks. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, including arthritis, injuries, and overuse. If you are suffering from debilitating shoulder pain and are hesitant about undergoing surgery or simply want to explore nonsurgical treatment options,…
5 Common Causes of Shoulder Pain In Athletes
Sports are one of the best ways to stay fit and healthy, but with intense physical activity comes the potential for injuries. Shoulder pain is typical among athletes, especially in baseball, swimming, tennis, and weightlifting. As common as it is, it can be challenging to determine the source of pain and how best to treat…
Finding Ways to Keep Shoulder Pain Away
The shoulder is a joint we use every day, even in ways we don’t realize. You’re utilizing your shoulder joint, whether you’re reaching for something above your head, stretching your arms, or carrying an object from one place to another. When our patients begin to develop shoulder pain, they quickly realize they cannot live their…
7 Shoulder Pain Relief Tips
The shoulder is one of the body’s most mobile joints that allows you to perform upper body movements and numerous tasks of daily life. Pain and swelling in the shoulder, whether mild or severe, can make you irritable, affect your ability to lift things, and decrease your overall performance. Living with shoulder pain is not…
Shoulder Pain Conditions that Require Surgery
Shoulder pain is a very common predicament. Because the shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint with a wide range of motion, it is easily susceptible to injury. Pain does not always mean you have a shoulder problem, and most cases resolve on their own. However, some instances may require medical intervention, like surgery. Here are shoulder…
Shoulder Replacement Surgery: Things to Consider Before & After the Procedure
If you visit an orthopedic doctor with arthritis of the shoulder (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or post-traumatic arthritis), severe shoulder fracture, or some other painful condition that is not getting better with nonsurgical treatment, the odds are very high that your orthopedic surgeon will recommend you shoulder replacement surgery after a thorough evaluation. Like any other…
Understanding Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Whether you have sustained a severe shoulder injury or you suffer from arthritis in the shoulder, it is in your best interest to have an expert evaluation by an orthopedic surgeon. Symptoms that warrant a shoulder evaluation include shoulder pain that interferes with sleep, pain every time you reach upward or brush your hair, and…
How an Orthopedic Doctor Provides Shoulder Pain Relief
Shoulder pain is common and can be disruptive to your everyday life, especially if it’s severe and persistent. It can prevent you from performing tasks at work, playing sports, and even doing daily errands. More serious cases can also impede you from getting rest and a full night’s sleep. Fortunately, an orthopedic doctor can help…
Common Causes for Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can make it difficult for you to perform upper body movements and normally go about your everyday life. You won’t be able to perform daily tasks, play sports, enjoy time with your loved ones, or do your work efficiently with shoulder pain in the way. If you want to relieve the pain, you…