What is Frozen Shoulder?
Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition characterized by pain and stiffness in the shoulder (glenohumeral) joint. It results from the gradual
Trigger Finger: Causes & Treatment
What is trigger finger? Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition in which the fingers or thumbs catch or lock in a
What is a Distal Biceps Tendon Rupture
What is a distal biceps tendon rupture? A distal biceps tendon rupture is a type of injury that occurs when the distal biceps tendon, which
AC Joint Separation: Symptoms & Treatments
AC joint separation x-ray image, Modesto, CA
Tennis Elbow: Symptoms and Treatment
Woman with tennis elbow pain in Modesto, CA
What is a Shoulder Labral Tear?
It is not uncommon for athletes to develop a shoulder labral tear, and is often caused from repetitive overhead motions such as with swimming
Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
Carpal tunnel release surgery is a procedure done to relieve pressure on the median nerve in the wrist.
Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Reverse shoulder replacement surgery is an option for people who are experiencing shoulder pain and loss of function due to rotator cuff tear arthropathy (a
Rotator Cuff Tears: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options
If you are experiencing shoulder pain, it’s important to know the difference between rotator cuff tears and other conditions that can cause shoulder pain.
Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Total shoulder replacement surgery is a procedure that, for the right patients, often helps relieve shoulder pain and helps get them back to doing the
