In this video Dr Jeff Berg and myself will review the topic of SLAP lesions or SLAP tears. This is a very controversial area in the Sports Medicine community.
Shoulder Stiffness After Rotator Cuff Surgery
Rotator cuff tears are a common cause of disability and shoulder pain. While many rotator cuff tears do not require surgery, some tears will. One of the most
Video: Should We Operate On All Athletes With A Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder dislocations are more common in contact athletes. A shoulder dislocation implies that the ball or humerus has slid off the socket, or the glenoid.
Serious Shoulder Injuries. When Should I See A Doctor?
Shoulder injuries can be serious. How can you tell? When do you need to consider seeing a doctor after you injured your shoulder? Let's say you
Frozen Shoulder: 5 Tips To Conquer A Stiff Shoulder
You woke up one morning, and your shoulder is hurting a lot! You also notice that it feels a little stiff. How could this happen ?!?!
Pectoral Tendon Tears: A Treatment Guide
The pectoral tendon attaches the pec major muscle to your humerus or arm bone. The pec major is a very powerful muscle. Pectoral tendons are usually
AC Joint Arthritis Treatment Options
The AC Joint is a small joint on top of your shoulder. It is formed where your collarbone meets your shoulder blade. Many people have swelling or prominence
Massive Rotator Cuff Tears : Treatment Options For a Complex Problem
Massive rotator cuff tears cause significant pain and disability. Patients with massive rotator cuff tears will notice pain, weakness and loss of motion. Once
Shoulder MRI Findings in People with NO Shoulder Pain: Are Some Tears “Normal”
Your shoulder hurts and you see your doctor. You expect an MRI to be performed, and many doctors will oblige you and order that MRI. But .. what if I told you
Shoulder Pain When Lifting The Arm : Causes and Cures
Not being able to lift our arms because of shoulder pain is a prevalent problem. Some of you woke up and couldn't move your shoulder. Some of you may have
Partial Rotator Cuff Tears: Do I Need Surgery?
Many Orthopedic Surgeons believe that partial rotator cuff tears are a common cause of shoulder pain. The issue is that partial rotator cuff tears are
The Broken Clavicle or Collar Bone – Four Myths You Need To Understand
The clavicle or collarbone is one of the most commonly broken bones in our body. It represents 4-5% of all fractures. Fractures of the clavicle are more common