You, like almost everyone else in the world, have probably bumped your funny bone (officially called the ulnar nerve) at some point in time. Though it often prompts a laugh, hitting that nerve induces more of a laugh of embarrassment
Winter Slip Tips
Winter weather means snow, ice, and a lot of falling. Any emergency room nurse will tell you they see more broken bones, concussions, and lacerations from falling during the winter than any other time of the year. If you want
What is a Shoulder Separation?
A shoulder separation is a coraco-clavicular ligament injury that raises the end of the collarbone, or in layman’s terms, it’s an injury to the ligaments that attach your collarbone to your shoulder. The injury may be mild with a simple
The Importance of a Second Opinion
Has your orthopaedic surgeon told you that “nothing more can be done?” If yes, were you then given the names of surgeons who might give a fresh, second opinion? Chances are, the answer to that question is no. Many orthopaedic
A Quick Overview of Reverse Shoulder Surgery
You may have heard the term reverse shoulder surgery thrown around here and there as you look for solutions for your current shoulder injury. If you’re not sure exactly what that entails, here’s a quick look at the procedure.
6 Tips for Staying Injury-Free Over the Holidays
Any emergency room doctor will tell you that there is a significant increase in injuries over the holidays. To avoid finding yourself in the emergency room or participating in physical therapy for several months after winter ends, consider these six
Frozen Shoulder: Cause, Symptoms, and Treatments
Is your shoulder stiff and difficult to move? Is it hard to perform simple tasks like reaching forward or backward because of the pain and stiffness in your shoulder? If this is you, you are probably suffering from a condition
All About Rotator Cuff Surgery
Your rotator cuff is made up of muscles and tendons that hold the joint at the tip of the humerus (upper arm bone) in place at your shoulder. Because it allows you to lift and reach with your arm, it
Say That Again: Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Capitellum
What Osteochondritis Dissecans of the capitellum certainly is a mouthful, so thankfully it’s sometimes referred to as OCD. OCD is an uncommon condition in adolescents and young adults that is expressed in lateral elbow pain. It’s most common in male
The “Little League Elbow”: Panner’s Disease in Kids
Your child may be complaining about a sore elbow, but is it more than just a strained muscle? Your child may have something called “Panner’s Disease,” or a rare bone condition that comes from overuse of the elbow. It occurs