What determines the *success* of a particular surgical procedure or medical intervention? Many physicians believe, rightly or wrongly that if they were able
How are SLAP tears fixed?
SLAP tears are fixed arthroscopically. The torn labrum is sewn back to the socket or glenoid with a number of sutures. You will need to rest your arm in a
Do all SLAP tears need to be fixed?
Definitely not. Many people will develop SLAP lesions from normal use of the shoulder throughout their lives. Many post-mortem studies show that the vast
What is a SLAP lesion or labral tear?
A SLAP lesion is a tear of the labrum or cartilage disc that encircles the "socket" of the shoulder. A tear can occur as a result of a single traumatic event.
I have been told I have a frozen shoulder… what is that?
I have completely updated this post ... please refer to this post on Frozen Shoulder A frozen shoulder is simply a phrase we use for a shoulder joint that
What is cortisone and how do cortisone injections work?
Cortisone is a form of steroid. This type of steroid is a very strong anti-inflammatory -- which is why it is usually successful at alleviating the pain
I have been told I have calcium deposits in my shoulder… what is that?
Calcific tendonitis or calcium in your rotator cuff is one of the most painful shoulder conditions I see in the office. The pain from calcific tendonitis
Pitching in early teenage years
For years I have been telling parents to minimize the amount of time their children spend pitching and instead concentrate on teaching the basics and the finer
Shoulder Pain in the Overhead Athlete
Shoulder pain in overhead athletes is fairly common. This is especially true for our young athletes. Young children who participate in overhead sports are at
