by Carolina Regional Orthopaedics | Oct 15, 2023 | Shoulder Care
That’s a great question. I like to protect the shoulder for about three days just to let the incision kind of heal and get the covers off, so to speak. This surgery is not done arthroscopically. This is open surgery that makes an incision in front of his...
by Carolina Regional Orthopaedics | Jul 24, 2023 | Shoulder Care
Shoulder pain and injuries can be challenging, affecting everyday activities and limiting mobility. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and effective management strategies to alleviate discomfort and promote healing is essential. This article will explore various...
by Carolina Regional Orthopaedics | Jun 5, 2023 | Shoulder Care
Hearing a cracking or popping sound on your shoulder when you move your arm can be expected. This condition, called crepitus, is not necessarily a sign of an underlying problem or injury. However, if you experience shoulder pain and popping, grinding, clicking, or...
by Carolina Regional Orthopaedics | Mar 20, 2023 | Shoulder Care
Our shoulders are a necessary part of living, so when we get a severe injury, it can significantly impact our lives. A shoulder dislocation needs to be treated quickly. After the initial injury, there is a greater chance your shoulder may slip out of place again,...
by Hardayal Singh, MD | Jan 6, 2023 | Shoulder Care
When it comes to the postoperative period, there are always certain restrictions until you are fully recovered. It is the same for rotator cuff surgery and even though the recovery can be challenging, most people get back to their day-to-day activities within 6 to 9...
by Hardayal Singh, MD | Dec 30, 2022 | Shoulder Care
Sports injury is quite common in athletes and players, however, if left untreated, there could be potential complications down the road. Whether you play sports for a hobby, to stay fit, or as a professional athlete, your body is always at risk for an injury. It is...
by Robert Martin, DO | Dec 2, 2022 | Shoulder Care
As your shoulders are the most mobile joint in your body, having a painful shoulder can affect your daily life and diminish its quality. Subacromial bursitis is one of the most known shoulder problems. The inflammation of the subacromial bursa in your shoulder causes...
by Carolina Regional Orthopaedics | Nov 8, 2022 | Shoulder Care
A frozen shoulder can impact your daily life, causing a loss of movement in your upper body. It can affect the shoulder on the left or right side of your body. In addition, you may feel numbness, pain, or stiffness as you try to move your shoulder. There are many...
by Bernard P. Kemker, MD | Sep 29, 2022 | Hand & Wrist Care, Knee Care, Shoulder Care
A prosthetic device or prosthesis is a device that helps to replace, correct or support a body part or function of a body part that was either lost through trauma, disease, or congenital conditions. As of 2005, nearly 2 million people in the United States were living...
by Carolina Regional Orthopaedics | Jun 3, 2022 | Shoulder Care
Playing golf can be great exercise, but it can also cause injuries that can take time to heal. While it’s best to stretch and warm-up before hitting the golf course, many men and women skip this critical step. Then they overdo it on the golf course, trying to...
by Carolina Regional Orthopaedics | Mar 21, 2022 | Joint Replacement, Shoulder Care
Joint replacement is a very involved process. It requires preparation for surgery, the procedure itself, and careful recovery and maintenance to prevent complications. Knowing how to care for a replaced joint is vital to avoid future issues and ensure a smooth,...
by Hardayal Singh, MD | Dec 30, 2021 | Shoulder Care
Our shoulder joint is quite an interesting joint as it is very unique and complex in its anatomy. Since the shoulder is the most mobile joint in our body, it needs a high degree of flexibility, but it also needs to remain stable in multiple planes of motion. To...
