Recurring pain in your shoulder can be more than just a nuisance—it could be arthritis, defined as the breakdown of cartilage in the joint. Orthopedic specialist Chris Joyce, MD, explains how to ...
Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD Key Takeaways Rheumatoid arthritis can cause pain and swelling in both shoulders.
Scientists are continually looking at new treatments for shoulder arthritis, particularly those that are less invasive. This includes stem cell therapy and cooled radiofrequency ablation. Arthritis ...
Shoulder blade pain can be caused by muscle strain, rotator cuff tears, or joint conditions like osteoarthritis. Symptoms of shoulder blade pain include dull, sharp, or burning pain, weakness, and a ...
The American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM) and the Arthritis Foundation have awarded a $500,000 multicenter research grant to UCSF Health’s Michael Davies, MD, and co-principal ...
Surgeons may perform osteoarthritis shoulder surgery in severe cases of osteoarthritis. The main types include arthroscopy and total shoulder replacement. Surgery can help relieve pain and restore ...
A new study has provided valuable insights into the ongoing debate surrounding two types of shoulder replacement surgery: reverse total shoulder replacement and anatomical total shoulder replacement ...
Shoulder osteoarthritis occurs due to the breakdown of cartilage and other tissues in the shoulder. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, limited motion, and grinding sounds. Several treatments can help ...