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  • Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Tear
    • A rotator cuff is a group of tendons in the shoulder joint that provides support and enables a wide range of motion. A major injury to these tendons may result in rotator cuff tears. It is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain in middle-aged and older individuals.
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  • Shoulder Impingement
    • Shoulder Impingement
    • Shoulder impingement is the inflammation of the tendons of the shoulder joint. It is one of the most common causes of pain in the shoulder. Shoulder impingement is also called swimmer’s shoulder, tennis shoulder or rotator cuff tendinitis.
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  • Frozen Shoulder
    • Frozen Shoulder
    • Frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, is a condition in which you experience pain and stiffness in your shoulder. The symptoms appear slowly, worsen gradually and usually take one to three years to resolve on their own.
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  • Shoulder Instability
    • Shoulder Instability
    • Shoulder instability is a chronic condition that causes frequent dislocation of the shoulder joint.
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  • Arthritis of the Shoulder
    • Arthritis of the Shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis is also called a degenerative joint disease; this is the most common type of arthritis, which occurs often in the elderly. This disease affects the cartilage, the tissue that cushions and protects the ends of bones in a joint.
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  • Shoulder Pain
    • Shoulder Pain
    • Pain in the shoulder may suggest an injury, which is more common in athletes participating in sports such as swimming, tennis, pitching, and weightlifting. The injuries are caused due to the over usage or repetitive motion of the arms.
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  • SLAP Tears
    • SLAP Tears
    • The term SLAP (superior –labrum anterior-posterior) lesion or SLAP tear refers to an injury of the superior labrum of the shoulder.
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  • Shoulder Labral Tear
    • Shoulder Labral Tear
    • Traumatic injury to the shoulder or overuse of the shoulder (throwing, weightlifting) may cause the labrum to tear. In addition, aging may weaken the labrum leading to injury.
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  • Shoulder Dislocation
    • Shoulder Dislocation
    • The dislocation might be a partial dislocation (subluxation) or a complete dislocation causing pain and shoulder joint instability. The shoulder joint often dislocates in the forward direction (anterior instability), and sometimes in the backward or downward direction.
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  • Shoulder Bursitis
    • Shoulder Bursitis
    • Shoulder bursitis, also known as subacromial bursitis, is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the bursa of the shoulder. The bursa is a fluid-filled sac present between the bone and soft tissue that acts as a cushion and helps to reduce friction during movement.
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  • Bicep Tendon Rupture
    • Bicep Tendon Rupture
    • Biceps tendon ruptures occur most commonly from an injury, such as a fall on an outstretched arm, or from overuse of the muscle, either due to age or from repetitive overhead movements such as with tennis and swimming.
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  • Shoulder Ligament Injuries
    • Shoulder Ligament Injuries
    • Shoulder ligament injuries are injuries to the tough elastic tissues present around the shoulder that connect bones to each other and stabilize the joint. The ligaments present in the shoulder are connected to the ends of the scapula, humerus, and clavicle bones which form the shoulder complex.
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  • Baseball and Shoulder Injuries
    • Baseball and Shoulder Injuries
    • Shoulder injuries in baseball players are usually associated with pitching. While this overhand throwing activity can produce great speed and distance for the ball, when performed repeatedly, can place a lot of stress on the shoulder.
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  • Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint Injuries
    • Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint Injuries
    • The acromioclavicular (AC) joint in the shoulder is very important for shoulder strength, motion, and maintaining shoulder position. The joint is stabilized by various ligaments and a capsule, which can cause pain and affect normal joint function if damaged.
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