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When Not to Have Rotator Cuff Surgery
Rotator cuff tears may require surgery to repair, but they can often heal with rest, physical therapy, and medication when needed. Discuss with your orthopedist when to have or not have rotator cuff surgery.
Should the triceps be released during total elbow arthroplasty?
For total elbow arthroplasty, triceps options include the reflect, para-tricipital, split or tongue approach. The ideal approach provides adequate exposure enabling optimal placement of implants while minimizing soft-tissue disruption, additional injuries and complications. While dividing the triceps is seemingly risky, it is the ideal approach for total elbow arthroplasty.
Shoulder Range of Motion (ROM) Exercises
Shoulder active range of motion (ROM) exercises can help improve shoulder joint mobility. These exercises may be prescribed if you have a shoulder condition, such as shoulder pain, that causes limited mobility in your shoulder and arm.
What to know about a biceps tendon tear at the shoulder
A biceps tendon tear occurs when the tendon completely or partially severs from the bone. When the tear occurs at the shoulder, a person may experience pain and lose some strength in their arm.
The 4 Stages of Frozen Shoulder
The four stages of frozen shoulder include pre-freezing, freezing, frozen, and thawing. These terms describe the typical progression of the condition from early symptoms to recovery.