The rotator cuff, which is a set of four muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, is key to shoulder stability and keeping it centered throughout the shoulder’s full range of motion. A torn rotator cuff may be the … Continued
The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint with a very shallow socket, allowing greater mobility than most other joints in the body. It relies on the constraints of soft tissues to keep it supported and stable, which makes it more susceptible … Continued
The shoulder is a large and complex joint that is almost constantly in motion, making it prone to injuries, overuse and pain. For patients with large or irreparable rotator cuff tears that result in severe shoulder arthritis, reverse total shoulder … Continued
Total shoulder arthroplasty, or total shoulder replacement, is a joint replacement surgery that commonly treats shoulder arthritis at its end stages, when the cartilage lining of the joint has eroded away. According to Dr. Scott Ellsworth, an orthopedic surgeon who … Continued
The acromioclavicular (AC) joint is located between the collarbone and the shoulder blade. It positions the shoulder correctly and helps it function to its fullest extent. An AC joint separation, commonly known as a shoulder separation, occurs when the collarbone … Continued
It is not unusual for Dr. Scott Ellsworth, an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder and elbow conditions, to see a patient with a broken collarbone – especially athletes such as football players, soccer players and cyclists. Broken collarbones, also … Continued
Shoulder bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa, a small sac filled with fluid that acts as a cushion between joints and soft tissues to reduce friction and allow joints to move smoothly. Bursitis can also affect the elbow, hip, foot … Continued
Durable medical equipment, also known as DME, is a term for equipment that improves the quality of life for people with certain medical conditions, including a wide range of orthopedic injuries. DME is instrumental in the treatment and rehabilitation of … Continued
Summer is here, and for many individuals and families, that means more time spent at the pool. Whether for fitness or recreation, swimming is a great form of low-impact exercise. However, as in other sports with overhead movement — such … Continued
Making the decision to have joint replacement surgery can be life-changing in some very positive ways. After surgery, however, the recovery process can be challenging if not managed properly. For those who have just had a joint replaced or are … Continued
