The collarbone or clavicle is the long bone located at the top part of the chest. A broken collarbone or a clavicle fracture is a common orthopedic injury, especially among infants and young children. The most frequent cause of a broken clavicle is trauma from a forceful impact to the shoulders. This trauma can be…
Shoulder
Treatments for Frozen Shoulder
Adhesive capsulitis, also called frozen shoulder, often affects people over the age of 40 – especially women. This condition causes pain and extreme stiffness in the shoulder, limiting your range of motion and making it almost impossible to move. As the condition is developing, a dull or aching pain is often felt around the upper…
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Top 5 Causes of Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain is something that almost every person will experience at least once in life. You may not think about it when you are not in pain, but once it starts, you realize how much you rely on your shoulders. Your shoulders help you complete daily tasks big and small, whether at home or at…
Top 5 Exercises to Perform After Shoulder Surgery
If you just had shoulder surgery, you may feel a bit more pain compared to before the surgery. This is because your body needs time to heal properly after the trauma of surgery. A physical therapist can guide you through specific shoulder exercises that can help you improve affected muscles and regain your strength. In…
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Shoulder Pain: Causes and Treatments
What might be causing your shoulder pain can involve a lot of guesswork – that is, until you see an experienced and qualified orthopedic specialist. Even so, your doctor will likely require X-rays or an MRI before an accurate diagnosis can be made. Your shoulder is quite literally the most complex joint in your body….
