SLAP Tears
A SLAP tear is an injury to the cartilage that surrounds the shoulder joint. Learn about how a SLAP tear is treated and healed in the link below.
A SLAP tear is an injury to the cartilage that surrounds the shoulder joint. Learn about how a SLAP tear is treated and healed in the link below.
Although this injury is often known as “baseball finger,” this injury can happen to anyone when the thumb or finger is bent further than it is intended to go. Learn about the anatomy and treatment of this injury by clicking the link below.
A shoulder arthroscopy is a procedure that allows the doctor to observe the joint of the shoulder. To learn when a shoulder arthroscopy is recommended, click the link below.
Shoulder separation occurs when the collarbone and the shoulder become separated and a bump is formed. Read these tips on how you can avoid this.
Swelling, numbness, weakness, and bruising are all common symptoms of a dislocated shoulder. Read the tips in the link below to prevent this from happening.
A sprained thumb is a painful and generally irritating injury that causes your pinch and grasp ability to become weak. Resulting from a torn ulnar collateral ligament, a sprained thumb can have bruising, tenderness, and swelling as symptoms. Learn more about a sprained thumb here.
Persistent pain or tenderness around the wrist area are commonly results of wrist sprains. Learn how to treat and prevent this injury by clicking the link below.
These conditions are fairly common and cause pain within the shoulder. Learn the difference between the two conditions in the link below.
If a rotator cuff tear is severe enough, surgery may be an option. Learn more about surgery treatment options by clicking the link below.
Athletes that often throw or use their shoulder muscles are at high risk for injury. Learn about the common types of injuries and how to protect yourself from them.