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  • 8 Types of Shoulder Surgeries

    Shoulder surgery is often necessary for many common shoulder problems. Procedures can range from minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures to more traditional ​open surgeries using a scalpel and sutures.1 Arthroscopic surgery is a type of surgery where instruments are inserted through keyhole-sized incisions in your shoulder.

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  • Research shows it's how often you do it, not how much

    So… should I exercise a little bit every day, or exercise for longer once a week? It's a dilemma faced by many health-conscious people—and new research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) is answering the question.

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  • Low Rate of Serious Adverse Events Linked to Shoulder Surgery

    The risk for serious adverse events associated with common shoulder arthroscopy procedures is low, according to a study published online July 6 in The BMJ.

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  • What Is a Torn Shoulder Labrum?

    To compensate for the shallow shoulder socket, the joint has a cuff of cartilage called a labrum that forms a cup for the end of the arm bone. When a patient sustains a shoulder injury, it is possible that the patient has a labral tear. The labrum also becomes more brittle with age and can fray and tear as part of the aging process.

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  • Females more likely to develop adhesive capsulitis

    Data showed that women develop adhesive capsulitis at a faster rate than men and that there are risk factors unique to women. Female athletes are also more likely to experience traumatic shoulder instability than male athletes.

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  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Shoulder And Elbow Surgeons
  • The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • United States Medical Licensing Examination
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