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Many patient are battling severe pain due to arthritis or tendonitis, such as tennis elbow. When non surgical treatments such as physical therapy,
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Meredith Gould is a Sociologist by training (Ph.D., NYU), educator by experience, published author (8 books and one always in the works) and working writer for
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Shoulder Anatomy Video
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