Shoulder
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Top NJ Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Specialist Answers: I have a rotator cuff tear. What should I do?
Advice from Shoulder Specialist in NJ When the rotator cuff is torn, the connection of the muscle to bone is lost. Much like the chain on a bike being detached from the wheels. The lack of connection leads to muscle atrophy and fat infiltration of the muscle. Basically, lack of connection of the muscle/tendon to…
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Shoulder Dislocation: Risk of Recurrence – Info from Sport Medicine Specialist NJ
Recurrent shoulder dislocation, also known as shoulder instability, occurs when the shoulder joint repeatedly slips out of its normal position. Several factors can contribute to an increased risk of recurrent shoulder dislocation. These risk factors include: It’s important to note that while these factors increase the risk of recurrent shoulder dislocation, not everyone with these…
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Biologic Joint Care in New Jersey -PRP
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a treatment used in orthopedics that involves injecting a concentration of a patient’s own platelets to accelerate the healing of injured tendons, ligaments, muscles, and joints. PRP therapy has gained popularity due to its potential to enhance tissue repair and regeneration using the body’s own healing mechanisms. Here are some of…
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Lecture: Prevention of Throwing Injuries
This is a short lecture on prevention of throwing injuries with the focus on baseball pitchers. The principles apply to athletes who participate in all overhead sports including tennis, javelin, football etc…
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Don’t Shoulder The Pain – Health & Life Magazine
In the press: featured in recent health and lifestyle Magazine publication on rotator cuff disorders.
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