To help control your pain, your doctor can inject medication directly into the affected area instead of prescribing pills. These injections can ease pain and inflammation and improve joint movement. We at YourOrthoSolution are focused on using the most effective treatments to relieve your pain. Injections are not a cure, but they can help you…

If you’ve injured your shoulder or just had surgery, it’s very important to develop and follow a recovery plan to improve your mobility, flexibility, strength, and overall health. It is important to consult your doctor before performing any new exercises to be sure these are safe and appropriate for your condition, injury, or recovery from…

The most flexible joint in the human body is the shoulder. The shoulder joint enables your arm to be placed in front, behind, to the side, and above your body. However, the high level of flexibility leaves the shoulder more vulnerable to instability and injury. Nonsurgical treatments are often recommended for shoulder problems prior to…

Repair of a torn rotator cuff by surgical methods usually includes reattachment of the tendon to the head of the humerus, which is the upper arm bone between the shoulder and elbow. If the thickest portion of the tendon is completely torn, it may need to be stitched together. In the case of a partial…

Orthopedic surgeons use arthroscopic techniques to examine and repair injuries or other problems inside a joint. Shoulder arthroscopy involves insertion of a small camera, called an arthroscope, into the shoulder to view the joint. Images from the camera are transmitted to a television monitor, allowing your surgeon to guide the use of small surgical instruments.…