Shoulder arthritis is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing pain, stiffness, and limited mobility in the shoulder joint. It can significantly impact one’s quality of life, making everyday tasks such as dressing, lifting objects, or even sleeping challenging. In severe cases, shoulder arthritis may necessitate surgical intervention, such as shoulder replacement,…
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The Process of Arthroscopic Shoulder Labral Repair
The shoulder is a ball and socket joint that has a protective layer of cartilage (the labrum) that helps stabilize your shoulder by “deepening” the socket. If you’ve been diagnosed with a labral tear, then this “bumper” in your shoulder is damaged and may allow the ball-shaped humerus to slide out of its socket or…
Rotator Cuff Tear: Risk Factors and Symptoms
One of the most common causes of shoulder pain is a rotator cuff tear. A rotator cuff tear is when a tendon in your shoulder no longer fully attaches to the head of your upper arm bone (humerus). This usually results from fraying over time that eventually causes a tear, but it can be caused…