At What Age Should You Have a Total Shoulder Replacement?
Many people with chronic shoulder pain will eventually ask themselves, “when is it the right time to have shoulder replacement surgery?” There are many factors involved in that decision, and age is only one of them. If your quality of life is suffering, then you should discuss with your doctor. Other factors, such as the
How to Choose Your Orthopedic Surgeon
Undergoing surgery always gives patients concerns, but if you’ve been dealing with a serious orthopedic issue for a long time, it may be well worth it to schedule a consultation. Selecting the right orthopedic surgeon may seem overwhelming, but there are a few ways to vet your options for an optimal outcome with a provider
Did a Bone Spur Cause My Rotator Cuff Tear?
A torn rotator cuff can cause significant pain, disrupting the ability to do everyday activities. This common injury occurs to millions of individuals each year. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that surround and cover the top of the arm bone (humerus), keeping it centered within the shoulder socket. These
Understanding Rotator Cuff Tears: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is the Rotator Cuff? The rotator cuff is a set of four muscles that attach your shoulder blade (scapula) to your arm bone (humerus) and assist in reaching up or rotating your arm. These four muscles converge and surround the top portion of the humerus and are thus called the “rotator cuff”. These muscles
How Can I Prevent Common Shoulder Injuries?
Shoulder pain is no joke, and if left unattended, it can significantly limit your work activities and hobbies and greatly impact your quality of life. The good news is that many shoulder injuries can be prevented, especially if you take the right precautions. Let’s take a look at the various ways you can prevent many
What is an ACL and How is it Injured?
An injury to the ACL is well-known to many athletes. It can be incredibly painful and often stops many people from performing the activities they love. But if you haven’t torn or ruptured your ACL, you might wonder what the ACL is and how it’s injured. Let’s take a look. What is an ACL? The
What You Should Know About Tennis Elbow
The tendons that are responsible for straightening your fingers or extending your wrist and hand all originate (or are anchored) at the outer aspect of your elbow bone, also called the lateral epicondyle of the humerus. With overuse, the tendons that anchor onto this bone can become inflamed and cause issues in daily life. This
What is a Biceps Tendon Injury and How is it Fixed?
The biceps are essential in flexing the elbow and supinating the forearm. A rupture of the biceps tendon occurs proximally near the shoulder or distally near the elbow. These ruptures mainly occur when the elbow is flexed suddenly or forcefully. Some people might hear a “pop” sound when it happens as the tendon separates from
6 Dos and Don’ts After Rotator Cuff Surgery
Arthroscopic shoulder surgery is an effective treatment for shoulder pain – particularly for those suffering from tears of the rotator cuff. However, postoperative care can seem overwhelming – after surgery, there are a lot of things to think about. Not knowing what to do after surgery is understandable. If you’re undergoing surgery with Dr. Steven
Subscapularis-sparing shoulder replacement is a new technique in shoulder surgery – one that very few surgeons, such as Dr. Goldberg, are currently performing in the United States. The subscapularis-sparing technique is an innovative approach to shoulder replacement that has the potential for improving surgical outcomes with less recovery time and quicker return to full activity.What is a Subscapularis-Sparing Shoulder Replacement?