Many consider golfing a relaxing pastime. Then there are those who would disagree about the relaxing part. Whichever side you are on, you should still take precautions to prevent common shoulder injuries. We have compiled the following tips to protect your shoulder from common injuries playing golf.
There are those who lift weights as part of their exercise routine, and then there are the serious weight lifters. The second group are certainly more rigorous and set goals well beyond their own body weight. Whichever group you fit in to, take some care and pay close attention to 5 common shoulder injuries from
One of the most common conditions of the acromioclavicular (AC) joint is arthritis. The cartilage at the AC joint can suffer from wear and tear leading to pain and swelling from chronic arthritis. Let’s concentrate on explaining AC joint arthritis and how to treat it.
Are you having trouble sleeping after joint surgery? You are not alone, as this is one of the most common complaints after surgery. Getting a good night’s rest is important for recovery, so here are some tips on how to sleep better after your procedure. Create A Sleep Routine Before Surgery. A sleep routine helps
A 10 year study comparing surgery vs. physiotherapy proves rotator cuff repair surgery shows better results over physiotherapy. This is especially true for small and medium size rotator cuff tears and younger patients.
Regardless of how seemingly minor or serious a particular upcoming surgery may be, it’s normal to be a little anxious. You can allay some of your fears and set yourself up for a successful outcome by doing your homework ahead of time and using these 7 strategies to prepare for surgery.
A SLAP tear is an acronym describing a labral tear or lesion of cartilage in the inner portion of the shoulder joint. It means Superior Labral tear from Anterior to Posterior. The labrum is an integral part of the shoulder and a tear affects your full range of motion, especially overhead motion, which can lead
Our shoulders are one of the most complex joints in our body. For that reason they can be quite susceptible to injury and inflammation.
A shoulder dislocation occurs when the top of your humerus bone moves out of its socket, or shoulder joint. It is accompanied by severe pain, lack of motion, and a bump either in front or in the back of your shoulder. Almost all shoulder dislocations are related to trauma, and most seem to occur in
After orthopedic surgery, rest and proper wound care is imperative to post-operative recovery, but did you know what you eat can also help your body heal? A well-balanced and nutritious diet can help you to a speedy recovery. Essential Foods Your Body Needs After Orthopedic Surgery Protein: Protein is one of the essential bone-healing foods for
