Category: Shoulder Injury

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Shoulder Popping and Clicking? Restore Your Shoulder Stability With Physical Therapy 

July 1st, 2024

Symptoms of shoulder instability typically include a sensation of the shoulder slipping out of place or feeling loose, recurrent shoulder dislocations or subluxations, and chronic shoulder pain. Individuals may also experience weakness in the shoulder, a limited range of motion, and a feeling of apprehension or fear that the shoulder will dislocate during certain movements.

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Regaining Independence After A Rotator Cuff Repair

May 23rd, 2024

Full-thickness rotator cuff tears, where the tear extends through the entire thickness of the tendon, often necessitate surgical intervention due to the severity and the significant impact on shoulder function. These tears typically result in considerable pain, weakness, and limited range of motion, impairing daily activities and overall quality of life. Non-surgical treatments, such as

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Shoulder Pain & Biceps Dysfunction

April 2nd, 2024

Bicipital tendinitis, also known as biceps tendinitis, is a common condition characterized by inflammation of the long head of the biceps tendon, which attaches the biceps muscle to the shoulder. It typically arises from overuse, repetitive motions, or sudden injury, leading to pain and discomfort in the front of the shoulder and upper arm. Individuals

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Understanding SLAP Tears: A Guide to Shoulder Labrum Injuries

January 5th, 2024

Shoulder injuries are common, and one specific type that often affects individuals, especially athletes, is a SLAP tear. SLAP, which stands for Superior Labrum Anterior and Posterior, refers to an injury to the labrum of the shoulder joint. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for SLAP tears. 

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Improving Shoulder Instability Through Physical Therapy

June 30th, 2023

Shoulder instability is a condition characterized by excessive movement or looseness of the shoulder joint. It can lead to pain, weakness, and a feeling that the shoulder is going to “pop out” or dislocate. While it can occur due to trauma or dislocation, some individuals may experience chronic shoulder instability as a result of ligament

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How Strength Deficits Alter Shoulder Motion and Pain

December 23rd, 2022

In order to perform normal, pain-free shoulder motion, it is necessary that there is adequate strength around the joint. While this sounds simple, normal shoulder motion depends on what are called “force couples” – opposing forces that act simultaneously on the shoulder during motion to provide stability. If these force couples are disrupted, abnormal motion

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What To Expect After A Rotator Cuff Tear

May 10th, 2022

Whether you work a physically demanding job, are an athlete, or simply exercise recreationally, you may be at risk for experiencing a rotator cuff tear. This injury can occur due to a traumatic incident or by overusing these shoulder muscles.  What is a Rotator Cuff Tear? The rotator cuff is a group of muscles in

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3 Ways to Overcome Aching Shoulders

January 11th, 2021

Does your shoulder start aching towards the end of the day when you try to lift your arms? Are you met with shoulder pain and joint restriction when you reach overhead? Whether your pain is coming from an old injury or from overuse, these simple techniques can help your shoulders feel better and stronger. Overview

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Nagging Rotator Cuff Injuries

December 6th, 2019

What is your rotator cuff? The muscles of the rotator cuff function together to stabilize the humerus inside the shoulder blade socket during any arm movement. The rotator cuff consists of 4 muscles that are responsible for rotation and movement of your shoulder joint and arm. Muscles that make up the Rotator Cuff Each muscle,

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