In most cases, nerve pain in the shoulder is caused by an issue in the neck, but it can also be caused by an issue in the shoulder that irritates or inflames a nerve running through the shoulder. Shoulder pain is something that many adults in the U.S. experience. Medical Read more…
It’s estimated that U.S. surgeons perform more than 460,000 rotator cuff surgeries per year. Most people who have rotator cuff surgery can expect to feel some level of pain for at least six months after their procedure. Physical therapists can help you learn about factors that can affect how long Read more…
Lifting your arms over your head while getting dressed. Reaching to grab an object off a high shelf. Throwing a football or baseball around with your kids. These are just a few of the activities that can become harder when you’re living with shoulder pain. There are a significant number Read more…
Since we put so much stress on our shoulders, rotator cuff injuries are a fairly common occurrence for millions of Americans each year. The rotator cuff is a collection of muscles and tendons that connect the arm to the shoulder socket while also being responsible for carrying out any number Read more…
Rotator cuff issues can cause pain and difficulty moving the shoulder and arm. Injuring the rotator cuff is a common issue for people who do lots of repetitive arm movements, especially if these movements are over the head. Fortunately, there are treatment options that can help treat issues with Read more…