by admin | Jun 18, 2013 | Shoulder Conditions
What is a Fracture of the Greater Tuberosity? The greater tuberosity is a part of the upper end of the humerus bone that forms a site for attachment of muscles that form the rotator cuff (supraspinatus, infraspinatus and teres minor). Fracture of the greater...
by admin | Jun 10, 2013 | Shoulder Treatments
What is Diagnostic Shoulder Arthroscopy? A diagnostic arthroscopy refers to a clinical procedure where a tiny camera is inserted into a joint to assess the integrity of the structures within the joint. It is extremely useful in diagnosing torn tendons, arthritis of...
by admin | May 27, 2013 | Shoulder Treatments
What is Total Shoulder Replacement? The shoulder joint is a complex ball and socket joint that is comprised of the top end of the humerus, the clavicle and the scapula. Around the joint are a number of different muscles and tendons that form the rotator cuff. This...
by admin | May 27, 2013 | Shoulder Treatments
What is SLAP Tear Repair? 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...
by admin | May 27, 2013 | Shoulder Conditions
If you’ve fractured your clavicle, make sure to read this article to learn about some of your treatment options What is Fracture of the Clavicle? A fracture of the clavicle refers to a break in the collar bone. The clavicle is also called the collar bone. It is...
by admin | May 20, 2013 | Shoulder Conditions
What is Shoulder Pain? The shoulder joint is a complex joint made of bones, ligaments, muscles, nerve fibers and blood vessels. It is described as a ball and socket joint because of the arrangement of the bones within the joint. Around the joint are four muscles whose...