High-intensity interval training increases injuries, study finds
People who engage in high-intensity interval training are at greater risk for injury, especially in the knees and shoulders, a Rutgers study found.
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Timing of steroid shots before rotator cuff surgery affects infection risk
For patients undergoing arthroscopic surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff, previous steroid injections into the shoulder don't increase the risk of surgical-site infection—unless the injection is administered within one month before surgery, reports a study in the April 17, 2019 issue of The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery.
Mayo Clinic Q&A: Effectively treating a separated shoulder can get you back to your active life
A few weeks ago, I was snowboarding and dislodged my collarbone. I was told I have anywhere from a grade 3 to grade 5 separation. I've had my arm in a sling for three weeks, as was recommended, but it's still painful. Does this type of injury ever heal on its own, or will I need surgery?
Researchers explore better treatments for irritated tendons
New research on the biology of tendon irritation from Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) pinpoints key molecular components of injury, opening the possibility of targeting the pathways with pharmaceutical and other interventions.
Torn rotator cuff: Everything you need to know
According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, an estimated 2 million people in the United States will visit a doctor for a rotator cuff problem each year.
What You Should Know About a Proximal Biceps Tendon Tear
The biceps muscle is the proximal biceps tendon that attaches to the shoulder. The proximal biceps tendon has two parts: the long head and the short head. Almost all injuries to the proximal biceps are to the long head of the tendon.
Do-Anywhere Upper Body Stretches
Flexibility in your upper body is important for many everyday activities you take for granted, like twisting and turning while backing out of a parking space. Try these three stretches to help keep your upper body agile. They don't require any special equipment and can even be done in your office.
Causes of Distal Clavicle Osteolysis and Treatment Options
Distal clavicle osteolysis is shoulder joint pain at the end of the collarbonethat is the result of bone disintegration and damage. The most common symptom is a sharp or aching pain at the junction of the acromioclavicular joint (AC joint) and collarbone.
Frozen shoulder: What you need to know
Frozen shoulder is a common condition in which the shoulder stiffens, reducing its mobility.
Latarjet Surgery for the Shoulder
Shoulder dislocations are common injuries, especially in young, active people. Latarjet surgery can be done to prevent repeated dislocations. Once someone has dislocated their shoulder once, recurrent (or repeat) dislocations can become more and more common.