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
What if we told you that you could have an injection into a damaged part of your body, like the shoulder, that would stimulate the growth of healthy new cells as well as promote faster healing? Instead of thinking it’s something from the future, perhaps you should know the reality that is PRP.
Join Dr. Samuel Koo on his next lecture on the Advances in Shoulder Arthroplasty hosted by Lake Washington Physical Therapy. The event will be at Lake Washington Physical Therapy’s Kenmore location on Thursday, September 19th at 7:30 p.m. Event Details The lecture will consist of the latest innovations in shoulder surgery and conservative care from
Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints in the body which leads to damage of the cartilage between the joints. In shoulder arthritis, the inflammation results in pain, stiffness, and a reduced range of motion. If you have experienced issues with your shoulder, here are five sources of shoulder arthritis that may be the culprit!
Are you looking to learn more on shoulder health? Join us at our MED-ED event with IRG Physical Health & Hand Therapy and ProOrtho!
Shoulder pain can have many possible causes, including rotator cuff tears and frozen shoulder. Learn more on what could be causing you pain with our helpful infographic. If you are experiencing shoulder pain, contact Dr. Samuel Koo in Seattle today. Discover the most common causes of shoulder pain:
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