What Is a SLAP Tear of the Shoulder & How Is It Treated?
The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint consisting of several different muscles, bones and tendons. Surrounding the shoulder socket is the labrum, a fibrous ring […]
What Is Involved in Rehab After Knee Replacement?
Chronic knee conditions such as osteoarthritis can often be effectively managed with nonsurgical methods. If first-line treatments fail to offer sufficient relief from symptoms, […]
Does Stem Cell Therapy Work for Rotator Cuff Tears?
Stem cell therapy is an up-and-coming treatment with proven efficacy in relieving symptoms associated with a wide range of orthopedic injuries and conditions. Shoulder […]
Partial Tear of Rotator Cuff: Diagnosis and Treatment
Rotator cuff tears are one of the most common orthopedic injuries, particularly among active individuals. When a patient sustains a partial or complete rotator […]
How Can I Tell If I Tore My MCL? Signs & Symptoms to Watch For
Commonly known as the MCL, the medial collateral ligament is a crucial component of the knee joint which provides stability and prevents the joint […]