Shoulder

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

A Patient's Guide to Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Introduction Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) can cause pain and numbness in the shoulder,…

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Shoulder Instability

A Patient's Guide to Shoulder Instability Introduction Shoulder instability means that the shoulder joint is too loose and is able…

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Artificial Joint Replacement of the Shoulder

A Patient's Guide to Artificial Joint Replacement of the Shoulder Introduction Shoulder joint replacement surgery (also called shoulder arthroplasty) is…

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Calcific Tendonitis of the Shoulder

A Patient's Guide to Calcific Tendonitis of the Shoulder Introduction Calcific tendonitis of the shoulder happens when calcium deposits form…

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Impingement Syndrome

A Patient's Guide to Impingement Syndrome Introduction The shoulder is a very complex piece of machinery. Its elegant design gives…

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Labral Tears

A Patient's Guide to Labral Tears Introduction Since orthopedic surgeons began using a tiny TV camera called an arthroscope to…

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Rotator Cuff Tears

A Patient's Guide to Rotator Cuff Tears Introduction The shoulder is an elegant and complex piece of machinery. Its design…

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Snapping Scapula Syndrome

A Patient's Guide to Snapping Scapula Syndrome Introduction The scapulothoracic joint is located where the shoulder blade (also called the…

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Sternoclavicular Joint Problems

A Patient's Guide to Sternoclavicular Joint Problems Introduction The sternoclavicular (SC) joint is important because it helps support the shoulder.…

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Osteoarthritis of the Acromioclavicular Joint

A Patient's Guide to Osteoarthritis of the Acromioclavicular Joint Introduction Some joints in the body are more likely to develop…

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