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Biceps Tendonitis of the Shoulder

by | Jul 1, 2014 | Shoulder Conditions

Relevant Anatomy The biceps muscle has a long head and a short head. These heads of the biceps tendon insert themselves into the shoulder joint through small grooves in the humerus bone. Inflammation of this tendon is called biceps tendonitis. Causes Biceps tendonitis...

Broken Collarbone

by | Apr 10, 2014 | Shoulder Conditions

There are two main ways to treat a broken collarbone, or clavicle. Check out this great piece to find out all you need to know! What Causes a Broken Collarbone? A broken collarbone is caused by direct injury to the shoulder as occurs in a road traffic accident or...

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome

by | Feb 11, 2014 | Shoulder Conditions

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome Shoulder Impingement Syndrome is a condition in which the subacromial bursa and rotator cuff become compressed against the acromion, a bony protusion of the scapula. These tissues get irritated and inflamed over time as they rub against...

What is a Shoulder Surgeon?

by | Sep 12, 2013 | Shoulder, Shoulder Surgeon

What is a Shoulder Surgeon? Shoulder surgeons are doctors who specialize in conditions that affect the shoulder. Shoulder surgeons can be medical doctors, meaning they have an M.D., or they may be doctors of osteopathic medicine, meaning they have a D.O. Both degree...

Suprascapular Nerve Block

by | Jun 19, 2013 | Shoulder Treatments

What is a Suprascapular Nerve Block? A Suprascapular Nerve Block is an outpatient procedure that is performed to ease pain and discomfort in the shoulder joint. This is done by blocking the suprascapular nerve, which is one of the major motor nerves that supply the...

SLAP Tear

by | Jun 19, 2013 | Shoulder Conditions

What is a SLAP Tear? SLAP stands for Superior Labrum Anterior and Posterior. In simple terms, the labrum refers to the border of the cavity of the scapula called the glenoid in which sits the head of the humerus bone. It forms the shoulder joint along with other...

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