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Physical Therapy Guide to Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)

Nov 19, 2017 / Guide

Frozen shoulder pain can lead to a further loss of motion. Treatment involves physical therapy to restore movement and reduce pain to help you get back to your regular activities.

Physical Therapy Guide to Multidirectional Instability of the Shoulder

Sep 23, 2018 / Guide

Shoulder instability is a common injury among people participating in contact and noncontact athletic activities.

Physical Therapy Guide to Biceps Tendinitis

Dec 12, 2018 / Guide

Biceps tendinitis is a common cause of shoulder pain and impingement. It often develops in people who do repeated overhead movements.

Physical Therapy Guide to Rotator Cuff Tendinitis

Dec 21, 2018 / Guide

Rotator cuff tendinitis occurs when the tendon connected to the rotator cuff muscles becomes inflamed, irritated, and causes pain, most commonly in people over 40 years.

Physical Therapy Guide to Little League Shoulder (Proximal Humeral Epiphysitis)

Jul 10, 2021 / Guide

Little league shoulder is an overuse injury often seen in young athletes that affects the upper part of the throwing arm, just below the shoulder.

Physical Therapy Guide to Shoulder Dislocation: Treatment After Surgery

Jul 17, 2017 / Guide

Dislocations are among the most common traumatic injuries affecting the shoulder. If surgery is needed to repair the damaged tissue and stabilize the shoulder, physical therapy will follow.

Physical Therapy Guide to Acromioclavicular Joint Injuries

Mar 20, 2021 / Guide

An acromioclavicular, or AC, joint injury is an injury to the top of the shoulder. It occurs most commonly in people younger than 35.

MRI Scans Do Not Measure Pain or Function

Mar 4, 2020 / Did You Know?

A study published in the Journal of ISAKOS, Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, adds to a growing body of evidence that MRI scans are often misleading.

Physical Therapy Helps Man Avoid Surgery and Maintain Mobility

Jul 29, 2017 / Patient Stories

"My physical therapist, who really listens and cares, has enabled me to avoid back surgery and stop using the anti-inflammatories."

Rotator Cuff Injuries: Symptoms & Treatment

Jan 10, 2013 / Podcast

A shoulder surgeon and a physical therapist discuss the treatment of minor and major rotator cuff injuries.