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
When Can I Exercise After ACL Surgery?
After you have recovered from the initial pain of your ACL surgery, you will start to wonder what activities are acceptable to perform after ACL surgery, and
Why Does My Shoulder Hurt At Night
Night pain is a very common complaint among shoulder pain sufferers. By far the most common cause of night pain is the rotator cuff. Common rotator cuff
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
We Can Make a Difference …
Sue was an amazing nurse. Despite 20 years of experience, she maintained a style and workflow that brought unsurpassed comfort to her patients.
Fats and Carbs … How Do We Know What To Eat?
Why is an Orthopedist talking about dietary habits... because it is important. All I know about nutrition I learned after medical school. Schools do a poor
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
What is a Plica? Terminology Tuesday
A plica is felt to be a common cause of knee pain. There is a lot of misunderstanding about a medial plica. Let's try and set the record straight on what a
Meniscus Tears in Children
Meniscus tears in children are relatively common due to sports. Many of those meniscus tears will heal spontaneously over 4-6 weeks after the injury. Certain
What Are Shin Splints? Terminology Tuesday
Overuse injuries are common in runners and active individuals alike. Shin splints are one of the most common overuse injuries we see. Unfortunately, many
What Is a Stress Fracture? Terminology Tuesday
Stress fractures are a relatively common cause of injury in runners and athletes alike. Stress fractures come in all shapes and sizes. We can develop a stress
Heart Rate Variability (HRV), Training & Performance
Heart rate variability (HRV) is an important marker of an individual’s physiological stress level. When properly analyzed in the context of training, it can be