Don’t Shrug Off Shoulder Pain
You wake up one morning with your shoulder feeling stiff and uncomfortable, and you suspect you may have slept in a bad position.... View Article
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Do Rotator Cuff Tears Heal Themselves?
The rotator cuff in our shoulder is a part of our body we rarely think about. That is, until it begins to hurt.... View Article
WEBINAR: Advances in Rotator Cuff Repairs
Dr. Samuel Koo will be speaking at Lake Washington Physical Therapy‘s webinar on August 6 where he will guide attendees through the latest break throughs and advances in rotator cuff care.... View Article
4 Ways To Prevent Shoulder Injuries This Summer
Yes, we are talking to you! If you’re young and think you are invincible, you should really think again. Shoulder injuries can happen to young and old,... View Article
Tips To Protect Your Shoulder From Common Injuries Playing Golf
Many consider golfing a relaxing pastime. Then there are those who would disagree about the relaxing part. Whichever side you are on,... View Article
5 Common Shoulder Injuries From Weight Lifting
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.... View Article
Explaining AC Joint Arthritis and How to Treat It
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.... View Article
Sleeping After Joint Surgery
Are you having trouble sleeping after joint surgery? You are not alone, as this is one of the most common complaints after surgery.... View Article
Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery Shows Better Results Over Physiotherapy
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. ... View Article
7 Strategies to Prepare Yourself for Surgery
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.... View Article
