The shoulder joint is one of the most complex and most used joints of the body. Unfortunately, this means it is prone to a lot of different injuries. In order to understand why the shoulder is so prone to injury and wear and tear, it’s important to understand its structure. Here, you’ll discover more about […]
Did you know HIIT workouts could be increasing your risk of a sports shoulder injury? A new study has revealed that these extreme exercise routines, which have become extremely popular in recent years, have an especially increased risk of both shoulder and knee injuries. The results of the study, published within the Journal of Sports […]
Before undergoing shoulder surgery, many patients are recommended steroid injections in a bid to prevent the need for surgery. While they can prove to be effective at resolving mild injuries, sometimes surgery is required to fix more severe shoulder issues. Here, we’ll look at why timing is everything when undergoing steroid injections and everything you […]
Shoulder surgery is usually considered as a last resort for most conditions, though in some circumstances it is unavoidable. The recovery process after some interventions can be long. However, advancements have been made within the industry to make surgical repairs faster, more accurate and less invasive. Technological advancements have led to much better surgical options. While the sector has already […]
When it comes to treating shoulder injuries, patients are usually presented with non-surgical options first. This is because surgery on the shoulder can be quite complex; meaning a lengthy recovery time and potential risks and complications. However, in some cases, surgery cannot be avoided. Rotator cuff injuries can be particularly tricky to repair. Therefore, depending upon their severity, […]
A new study published within the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery has provided an insight into the challenge inherent in the treatment of rotator cuff tears. It was discovered that stem cells within the rotator cuff more frequently turn into fat cells, rather than muscle cells in the event of a tear. Here, we’ll […]
A shoulder labral tear is a common shoulder injury, particularly for athletes that participate in sports that involve overhead motion, such as netball, swimming or weightlifting. They most commonly occur due to wear and tear, though they can also occur due to trauma or injury. If a shoulder labral tear is diagnosed, there are non-surgical […]
The shoulder is one of the most complex and largest joints within the body. Therefore, there are a lot of ways you can injure it on a day-to-day basis. Most commonly, shoulder pain occurs in the posterior (back) of the shoulder. However, there are a few types of injuries which can lead to pain in […]
A new observational study has revealed that physio for shoulder pain works better when patients believe that it will help. Carried out by researchers from the University of Hertfordshire and the University of East Anglia, the results of the study highlight just how powerful the mind can be at helping the body to heal. Here, […]
London Shoulder Specialist Mr Andrew Wallace recently attended the 13th Royal North Shore Shoulder Symposium: Advanced Shoulder Technologies held at Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney as invited guest speaker. Mr Wallace gave several lectures at the Symposium, two of which have been published in this month’s issue of the Shoulder and Elbow Journal. The first […]
