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Your Guide to Shoulder Bone Spur Removal Surgery and Recovery Bone spurs, or osteophytes, are small bony projections that develop along the edges of bones, often where bones meet each other in the joints. In the shoulder, these spurs can form due to repetitive...
A Guide to Golfer’s Elbow: Understanding Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Golfer’s Elbow, or medial epicondylitis, is a common overuse injury affecting the inner part of the elbow, leading to pain, stiffness, and sometimes even weakness in the wrist and...
Understanding Shoulder Fractures: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment Shoulder fractures are a common injury that can result from falls, accidents, or sports-related trauma. This injury often affects the bones that make up the shoulder joint, leading to pain,...
Patellofemoral Syndrome (Runner’s Knee): Understanding Causes, Symptoms, and Knowing Your Treatment Options Patellofemoral syndrome, often referred to as “runner’s knee,” is a common condition that affects many athletes and active individuals. This condition...
Shoulder Dislocation: Causes, Treatment Options, and How to Prevent Future Injuries What is a Shoulder Dislocation? A shoulder dislocation occurs when the upper arm bone (humerus) pops out of the shoulder socket (glenoid). The shoulder is one of the most mobile...
Understanding AC Joint Injuries: Sprains, Repair, and Reconstruction What is an AC Joint Injury? The acromioclavicular (AC) joint is where the collarbone (clavicle) meets the shoulder blade (acromion). AC joint injuries, commonly referred to as shoulder separations,...