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Reinjury After Rotator Cuff Surgery

The reinjury or recurrence rate after rotator cuff surgery is high.  The recovery from rotator cuff surgery is far longer than most of us find acceptable.  The

rotator cuff tear pain when lifting the arm

Can A Rotator Cuff Tear Become Larger?

Many people suffer from shoulder pain due to rotator cuff tears.  Many small rotator cuff tears are managed very well without surgery.  While the tear might not

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What is an AC Separation- Terminology Tuesday

AC Separations are a relatively common cause of shoulder pain and deformity.  An AC Separation, also called a Shoulder Separation is a different injury then a

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What is a Shoulder Subluxation? : Terminology Tuesday

Subluxation is a term that Orthopedic Surgeons commonly utilize. For the purpose of this post we will put it in the context of shoulder injuries. Our shoulder

Why does my shoulder hurt at night

Rotator Cuff Tears and Shoulder Pain at Night

Shoulder pain at night is a prevalent and potentially debilitating problem. For some of you, the pain is sharp when you change your sleeping position.  For

partial rotator cuff tear repair

Rotator Cuff Tendinosis: Is a Cure Possible [Updated]

Rotator cuff tendinosis is a very common cause of shoulder pain in the adult population.  By definition, rotator cuff tendinosis means that your rotator cuff

second opinions

Why Second … Or Third Opinions Are Important

Office hours can be daunting ... for both you as the patient and me as the physician. I want to listen to you, educate you and offer you a potential diagnosis

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AC Separations- When is Surgery Considered? Video Discussion.

AC Separations are a relatively common cause of shoulder pain and deformity.  An AC Separation, also called a Shoulder Separation is a different injury then a

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Can My Rotator Cuff Tear Become Larger ?

Rotator cuff tears are very common and are a common source of shoulder pain.  The chance of you having a rotator cuff tear increases with age because the

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Surgery For Traumatic Rotator Cuff Tears : Expert Series

You have fallen, you can not move your arm, and you have been told that you have a rotator cuff tear.  Do you need to consider surgery to repair your rotator

Do I need rotator cuff tear surgery

Do I Need Rotator Cuff Tear Surgery? – Expert Series

Rotator cuff surgery involves stitching or reattaching your torn rotator cuff tendon back to the humerus.  The surgery to repair your rotator cuff is performed

When Should We MRI Shoulder Injuries?

Shoulder pain is very common.  Should we obtain an MRI on everyone with shoulder pain? The quick and obvious answer is no ... but let's explore why. The

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