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I'm a semi-professional pitcher for a farm league with hopes of making it to the next level. I've been reading about shoulder problems in pitchers. I'd like to do everything I can to avoid any. What do you suggest?3 years 39 weeks ago278
I'm a semi-professional pitcher for a farm league with hopes of making it to the next level. I've been reading about shoulder problems in pitchers. I'd like to do everything I can to avoid any. What do you suggest?3 years 37 weeks ago276
I'm a West Point cadet in training. We're required to be in at least one sport so I play soccer. After making a really good dive for a goal, I injured my shoulder and had surgery to repair a labral tear. I wanted to get back into training as soon as possible so I cut short wearing the sling and started PT two weeks early. The whole thing fell apart. Now I have to have a second operation. What happened? Isn't an aggressive approach a good thing in rehab?3 years 35 weeks ago436
I'm a West Point cadet with a bum shoulder. I dislocated it while playing soccer with my fellow cadets. The surgeon here wants me to have surgery right away. My home doctor suggests waiting and completing a rehab program to see if a more conservative approach could stabilize the shoulder. My biggest concern is that I will have to pass my physical fitness test before the end of this year. Will I be able to do this better with surgery or without?31 weeks 2 days ago262
I'm a West Point cadet with a torn shoulder labrum in need of surgery. The doctors have told me about open versus closed methods of repair. Which is best to get me back to full speed ahead?4 years 2 weeks ago453
I'm an amateur body builder but I do compete in some state and regional contests. Six months ago I bench pressed too much weight and ruptured my left pec. I had surgery to repair it but it still doesn't look normal. Will I get my full muscle bulk back for competition?3 years 27 weeks ago383
I'm an athletic trainer working with weight lifters. I heard there's a new test that can be used to look for weakness of the subscapularis tendon in the rotator cuff. With so many older adults coming to us for weight-training, I'm trying to test everyone first before starting a program. What can you tell me about this test?1 year 6 weeks ago287
I'm an avid golfer in my retirement years. After having some shoulder pain for months I saw my doctor. The problem I have is called subacromial impingement syndrome. I've never heard of it. Is it a rare condition?4 years 36 weeks ago411
I'm going to be seeing the doctor for a shoulder exam. I'm pretty sure I have a torn rotator cuff. Should I ask for an MRI?4 years 1 week ago365
I'm going to have a biceps tendon repair next week. What kind of recovery and rehab should I expect?5 years 32 weeks ago1617
I'm going to have a decompression and debridement surgery for a rotator cuff tear. What kind of restrictions are there after an operation like this?3 years 37 weeks ago448
I'm going to have a rotator cuff tear repaired using a new kind of suture to hold it down. It's made of bone, has a sharp pointed end, and goes directly into the bone. I've been told I have thick bones. What if they can't get it to go in? Or what if it breaks when the surgeon is trying to put it in?4 years 35 weeks ago288
I'm going to have an arthroscopic release of a frozen shoulder next week. Can you tell me what is done during this operation?5 years 3 weeks ago392
I'm going to have an arthroscopic surgical procedure for a problem with a chronic left shoulder dislocation. I'd like to get back on the tennis court in time for the adult summer league. What kind of rehab program should I expect?1 year 25 weeks ago205
I'm going to have arthroscopic surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff. I really need full motion to do my job. How long will it take to get it back?4 years 24 weeks ago392
I'm going to have my left shoulder joint replaced because of severe arthritis. The doctor told me that he might only replace half the joint. What is this decision based on?6 years 36 weeks ago301
I'm going to have rotator cuff surgery in a few days. So, I'm surfing the web looking for any information I can find to guide me after surgery. Is there a set way to get maximum recovery as quickly as possible?34 weeks 2 days ago259
I'm going to have shoulder surgery next week. The doctor has given me the choice of a general anesthesia or a regional block. I understand I'll be awake for the regional block. What happens if I move during the operation when I'm not supposed to?4 years 22 weeks ago428
I'm going to have shoulder surgery next week. The operation is supposed to repair a torn labrum and tighten up the joint capsule with a special heat treatment. When can I expect to get back to regular work and sports activities?4 years 22 weeks ago479
I'm going to have surgery for a shoulder impingement problem. How long will it be before I can return to work as a manual laborer?4 years 33 weeks ago471
I'm going to have surgery next week to repair a torn labrum in my right shoulder. The surgeon said I'll be lying on my left side with my right arm in a traction device. I'm a little worried about having them pull on my arm like that. Is it really necessary? What if it causes my shoulder to dislocate?2 years 1 day ago496
I'm going to see an orthopedic surgeon for the first time in my life. My problem is a bum shoulder. I injured it years ago and it's starting to catch up with me. I am interested in being a good consumer of health care, so what should I expect at this first appointment?19 weeks 1 day ago170
I'm having the end of my collarbone shaved or cut off at the end of this week. I have a weight-lifter's competition next weekend. Will I be able to rehab and still compete in that amount of time?1 year 16 weeks ago304
I'm heading into surgery to repair a shoulder problem called a SLAP. I don't want to miss any of baseball season. Can you fill me in on what to expect after the surgery?39 weeks 3 days ago161
I'm in a sling after shoulder surgery for the next six weeks. I'd really like to just try out my new arm. Is it such a bad thing to move it around?3 years 44 weeks ago460
I'm in the early weeks of recovery from surgery for a rotator cuff tear. Just how much activity can the repair take? I'd like to know what are the limits.3 years 44 weeks ago360
I'm just getting over a dislocated shoulder. What can I do to prevent this kind of injury from happening again?7 years 37 weeks ago733
I'm just reading over the operative report for my rotator cuff surgery from two months ago. I pretty much understand everything except the term "footprint." The report says, "The supraspinatus tendon and muscle were lifted up to measure the supraspinatus footprint." What does this mean?3 years 44 weeks ago356
I'm looking at having a total shoulder replacement. I thought I'd do some homework before going to see the surgeon. I see there are cemented and cementless implants. And plastic versus metal-backed parts. What are the differences in these features?42 weeks 2 days ago184
I'm on a lacrosse team for my high school. I woke up last week with shoulder pain and clicking when I move it. It's the worst when I reach overhead with my stick to catch or serve the ball. How can I tell if it's a serious injury?3 years 35 weeks ago359
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