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3 Telltale Signs that your Shoulder Pain is a Serious Condition

The shoulder joint can withstand a significant amount of impact. This is why if your shoulder hurts, you may not realize the severity of the condition. Here are a few telltale signs your shoulder pain is due to a serious underlying condition and requires urgent medical attention. Immobility / Frozen Shoulder If you experience an
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PRP Therapy for Knee and Shoulder Pain

Disabling stiffness, throbbing pain, inflammation swelling and redness are some symptoms of chronic knee and shoulder osteoarthritis pain. Fortunately, regenerative therapy treatments offer new hope for pain patients. Conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system can cause further degeneration and negatively impact your quality of life. Individuals suffering from severe pain and limited mobility may feel the
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What is Acromioclavicular Joint Arthritis?

Symptoms of Acromioclavicular Joint Arthritis
The acromioclavicular joint also is known as AC joint is located at the top of the shoulder. Arthritis in this area is known as acromioclavicular joint arthritis and is typically indicated by experiencing pain, tenderness, soreness, and reduced range of motion in the shoulder(s). This type of arthritis can take many forms. For instance, it
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Common Ankle Surgery Types

Different Ankle Surgery Types
The ankle joint is a common site for injuries that vary from an ankle sprain to ankle bone fractures. Here we will review some of the common types of ankle injuries and their specific surgeries. Achilles tendinosis is a condition in which the Achilles tendon degenerates and becomes inflamed. The tendon may swell and cause
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Tommy John Elbow Surgery

Elbow Surgery for Fractures and Injuries
Tommy John surgery has been made famous by baseball pitchers, but the injury actually occurs in several other sports including softball, tennis, gymnastics, and javelin throw. The surgery repairs an injured ulnar collateral ligament (UCL). This ligament connects upper arm bone (humerus) to a forearm bone called the ulna. The UCL ligament attaches these bones
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PRP Therapy for Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a progressive condition in which the protective cartilage in bones wears away. It is the most common form of arthritis with millions affected in the United States alone. So far, there is no ‘cure’ for osteoarthritis but several treatments are used to reduce pain and delay the progression of arthritis. The treatment options
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Are you making your Knee Pain Worse?

Do you ever ask, “How can I reduce my knee pain?” or, “Am I making my knee pain worse?” Anyone who has ever been in knee pain knows how debilitating it can be. Even carrying out day to day activities can seem like a chore since knee pain can limit your movement and make you
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Labrum Tears In The Shoulder

Shoulder Surgery for Labrum Tear
All different age groups of people suffer shoulder tears of the labrum. Athletes involved in overhead sports like baseball, volleyball or swimming are more susceptible because the repetitive stress causes labral tears over time. The labrum keeps your shoulder joint in the proper position. It is a disc made of cartilage and is attached to
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4 Knee Braces that can help Painful Knees

The knee joint can bend, straighten and rotate slightly. The knee joint is formed by the thigh bone or femur and the lower leg bone or tibia, many ligaments and tendons. Because the knee absorbs a large percentage of our body weight while standing and walking, it is susceptible to injury, especially in athletes and
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Preparing for Total Hip Replacement

Months before your actual total hip replacement surgery date, you will begin preparing for the procedure. Good physical health and mental well-being are important for a successful total hip operation. In addition, you will need to get your upper body strength to use crutches or a walker after surgery. Performing strengthening exercises will make it
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