Shoulders

Shoulders

The shoulder joint is a ball and socket joint, that provides superb mobility at the expense of stability. This make is susceptible to a range of presentations including dislocations, muscle strains and chronic tendon tears.

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By Nick Jones November 15, 2024
Multidirectional instability can present as pain and a sense of the shoulder "slipping out". Learn about how to manage this condition effectively.
By Nick Jones November 14, 2024
Shoulder dislocation is associated with complications and risk of recurrent instability, requiring patient-centred care to successfully return to activity.
By Nick Jones July 11, 2024
Shoulder joint osteoarthritis is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain seen in clinical practice.
By Nick Jones July 10, 2024
Subacromial impingement causes shoulder pain and is the result of a prolonged movement dysfunction and loading.
By Nick Jones April 6, 2023
Labral injuries are complex to diagnose and impact shoulder stability.
By Nick Jones November 21, 2022
The shoulder is one of the easiest joints to sublux and dislocate, resulting in shoulder pain and instability.
By Nick Jones November 24, 2021
Why some TLC might be the best way to thaw a frozen shoulder
By Nick Jones November 6, 2021
Rotator cuff injuries can be debilitating and challenging to manage. Read on to hear a fascinating account of how one fisho injured their shoulder, and how we can help.

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