The rotator cuff supports the structural integrity of the shoulder joint through an interconnected group of four muscles. It's a fascinating matrix of functionality that allows the shoulder to operate ...

The first sign that retired accountant Kathey Parcels had torn her left rotator cuff was pain, sudden and acute pain. "It was really bad," said Parcels, who experienced the injury three years ago when ...

A rotator cuff tear can be painful and interfere with your daily activities. It may make it hard to lift your arm, get dressed or sleep comfortably. If your tear is repairable, surgery may be the best ...

Your shoulders work hard every day, whether you’re lifting, reaching, or typing for hours. Without proper attention, the rotator cuff can become strained or injured. Building strength and flexibility ...

This content is sponsored by Adventist HealthCare Fort Washington Medical Center. As temperatures drop and people turn their attention to indoor routines, orthopedic experts say it’s the perfect time ...

PREVENT THEM. WELL, THE DOCTOR I SPOKE WITH AT MERCY MEDICAL CENTER SAYS OLDER WOMEN SEE METABOLIC CHANGES SPECIFICALLY AROUND MENOPAUSE. AND AS THAT HAPPENS, THINGS LIKE OSTEOPOROSIS CAN SET IN.

Your rotator cuff is small but mighty — it’s the key to shoulder stability, strength, and pain-free movement. Weakness or injury here can derail workouts and daily life. Learn how to protect, ...

Our multidisciplinary approach addresses structural damage and the pain itself. We don’t mask symptoms; we treat with minimal-invasive procedures and prevent injuries from becoming permanent problems.