Shoulder Separation
Shoulder pain isn’t normal, and you shouldn’t ignore it. If pain in your shoulder is making everyday tasks difficult, you need to see an orthopedic specialist with knowledge and experience in shoulder pain diagnosis and treatment, like the experts at OCC – Advanced Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Specialists in Denver, Parker, or Aurora, Colorado. If left untreated, […]
Seeking a Shoulder Specialist in Denver
When it comes to dealing with shoulder pain or injuries, knowing when and how to pick a shoulder specialist can make a world of difference. Whether you’re dealing with a nagging pain that just won’t go away or a sudden injury, understanding your needs and options is crucial. So how do you choose a shoulder […]
AC Joint Pain
Pain in the shoulder’s acromioclavicular (AC) joint is a common problem that can be severe and persistent enough to interfere with your daily routine. It can be hard to do the things you’re used to doing because movements like putting on a seat belt or reaching for something high up can be painful. Advanced AC joint injuries […]
Glenoid Labrum Tear
If left untreated, a glenoid labrum tear can lead to chronic pain, recurrent shoulder instability, and weakness. This can limit how much one can use the arm and shoulder and lead to more serious shoulder problems. Fortunately, if you suspect you have a glenoid labrum tear in the shoulder, the orthopedic surgeons at the Colorado […]
Reverse total Shoulder
Painful shoulder conditions, such as shoulder arthritis and rotator cuff tears, are common. Treatments like medications, physical therapy, and steroid injections can help, but sometimes a surgical option like a reverse total shoulder replacement is the best way to provide long-lasting pain relief. The first step to take is to get a proper diagnosis and […]
Brachial Plexus Injury
The brachial plexus is the network of nerves that sends signals from the spinal cord to the shoulder, arm, and hand. What commonly happens is the patient has no idea they have a severe injury to the brachial plexus. They know their hand or arm is not working properly, but they often don’t know why, […]
Chronic Shoulder Instability
The shoulder is among the most flexible components of the human body. It helps you move and rotate your arm in various directions and allows you to reach over your head. Because shoulders have such a great range of motion, though, they are more susceptible to instability. The more instability a patient has, the more […]
SLAP Tear
A SLAP tear happens when you tear the cartilage in the inner part of your shoulder joint. The tears can be caused by injury or overuse and make it painful or difficult for you to move your shoulder and arm. Left untreated, these tears can cause chronic pain, limit how much you can use your […]
Common types of shoulder injuries: how to tell if you have a rotator cuff tear
Shoulder pain can mean many things, including any of these common shoulder injuries: Tendinitis of the shoulder Shoulder sprain Shoulder separation Shoulder dislocation Frozen shoulder Broken bone(s) Rotator cuff tear The shoulder is a complex group of muscles, tendons and ligaments that hold together three bones: the clavicle (or collar bone), scapula (shoulder blade) and […]
