If you are experiencing shoulder pain or difficulty moving your arm, you may be dealing with a torn rotator cuff. This condition is one of the most common shoulder problems, often caused by injury or overuse. But how can you tell if your rotator cuff is torn or strained? Understanding the warning signs and symptoms…
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Arthroscopic Joint Replacement Surgery: Why Is It Better Than Traditional Treatment?
Joint pain can be a major obstacle in the lives of those who suffer from it. Whether from wear and tear due to aging or injury from sports, joint pain can limit mobility and reduce the quality of life. While traditional joint replacement surgery has been the go-to method for addressing severe joint issues, advancements…
How Do You Relieve Radial Tunnel Pain?
If you have arm and hand pain, it is probably because of joint injuries or compressed nerves. If the ache is at the top of your forearm or behind the hand or wrist, then there is a good chance that you have radial tunnel syndrome. Radial tunnel pain ranges from mild to debilitating, and the…
How to Know if You Have a Sprained Wrist
A sprain in the wrist occurs when its ligaments—the strong bands of fibrous tissue that connect bones to one another within its three joints—get overstretched or torn. Wrist sprains are quite common among athletes, particularly those who participate in sports that involve repetitive hand movement (e.g., tennis and boxing) and those associated with increased risk…