British competitive swimmer Ben Proud who is a World and European Champion in freestyle and butterfly races recently spoke about how he does yoga and Pilates to prevent shoulder injuries derailing his medal-winning hopes. Over half of his workout routine is dedicated to shoulder rehab and he finds these types of exercise are best for […]
When you exercise, especially after a break, it’s common to feel sore and stiff the morning after. However, did you know that post-exercise stiffness could point to a more serious issue? Stiffness and soreness presented in the shoulder, for example, could be a sign of overuse. Many injuries present themselves in ways we don’t necessarily […]
The Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, Sarah Newton, recently urged UK employers to make adjustments within the workplace for those suffering from arthritis. Current statistics reveal that around 30 million working days are lost each year due to arthritis and similar health conditions. Living and working with shoulder arthritis pain can be extremely […]
The shoulder is one of the most-used joints within the body, so if something goes wrong, it can severely impact your range of motion, as well as cause significant pain when carrying out daily tasks. Shoulder pain is often associated as a sign of getting older. However, there could be many potential causes and identifying […]
Injury to the shoulder can result in a shoulder fracture of either the humerus (the ball part of the joint), the clavicle or collar bone or the shoulder blade (scapula) and recovery can vary dramatically depending on the location and extent of the injury and whether it requires surgical treatment. How do I know if […]
A new Shoulder Stability Index has been developed in order to help predict non-surgical shoulder instability treatment outcomes in athletes. The results of the study were presented at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and have proven promising at helping to identify the best possible treatment plan. Here, we’ll look at […]
The NHS has published a list of the top 20 most painful conditions to live with and frozen shoulder was among them. Not only does the condition cause extreme pain, but it can also last for many years if left untreated. So, what is frozen shoulder and how can it be treated? Below, you’ll discover […]
New research has revealed the reasons patients opt to undergo rotator cuff surgery. Often seen as a last resort, rotator cuff surgery can prove extremely useful at eliminating pain and improving shoulder function. However, depending upon the type of surgery carried out, the recovery can be a long, slow one. Here, we’ll look at what […]
New research suggests that patients with diabetes who undergo shoulder replacement surgery may have an increased risk of complications. Results of the study, published within the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, revealed there was a particularly high risk of deep infection and postoperative wound complications. This is the first time that diabetes […]
There has been a significant increase in the number of young athletes partaking in sport ‘superspecialisation’. Believing that focusing on one sport and dedicating 110% to it from a young age will lead to them becoming a much better athlete, these young athletes are actually at great risk of burning themselves out. Not only that, […]
