Shoulder Conditions
Acromioclavicular Joint Separation
Dislocation of the AC joint in the shoulder, often caused by falling on the shoulder.
Adhesive Capsulitis
Occurs when ligaments and bones in the shoulder don't move like they should.
Biceps Rupture
A complete tear of of the tendon that attaches the biceps muscle to the shoulder.
Biceps Tendonitis
Inflammation in ithe main tendon that attaches the biceps muscle to the shoulder.
Impingement Syndrome
Occurs when the rotator cuff tendons rub against the roof of the shoulder, causing pain.
Labral Tears
Injury to the labrum, a small structure in the shoulder that affects stability.
Osteoarthritis of the Acromioclavicular Joint
Degeneration of the AC joint, often due to aging.
Quadrilateral Space Syndrome
Occurs when the axillary nerve in the shoulder is compressed or injured.
Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty
A different type of shoulder replacement for those who aren't candidates for joint replacement.
Snapping Scapula Syndrome
When movement of the joint causes feelings or sounds of grating, grinding, popping or thumping
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Caused when nerves and blood vessels going to the arms and hands get squeezed near the thoracic outlet.
Weightlifter's Shoulder
Painful deterioration of the distal end of the clavicle due to overuse.