by OrthoTexas Team | Oct 16, 2013 | Elbow, Foot & Ankle, General, Hip, Knee, Shoulder
Aging has a direct impact on the bones, muscles, and joints, leading to changes in gait and posture, along with other degenerative problems. Aging results in a decrease in bone density, especially in post-menopausal women. This is caused by a decrease in the level of...
by OrthoTexas Team | Apr 21, 2014 | Shoulder
One of the most common causes of shoulder pain is Shoulder Impingement, which is caused by repeated overhead motion. Athletes or sportspersons who are involved in swimming, tennis, overhead smashes, basketball, etc., often complain of shoulder pain. People, who do...
by OrthoTexas Team | Jul 28, 2014 | General, Neck & Back, Shoulder
One of the most important bones of the body is the collar bone and its function is to secure our arms to our bodies by connecting the shoulder blade or scapula to the breastbone or sternum. Most of the strength and range of motion, which all of us expect from our...
by OrthoTexas Team | Aug 26, 2014 | Physical Therapy, Shoulder
Shoulder Labral Tear is a painful condition and is common among athletes. The Labrum is a cartilaginous ring that surrounds the shoulder socket and the bicep tendon goes through the shoulder joint and attaches to the top of this small structure. Any repeated activity...
by OrthoTexas Team | Jun 5, 2013 | Elbow, Hip, Knee, Shoulder
As the name suggests, bursitis is a condition involving the inflammation of the bursa, which is a fluid-filled sac present between hard connective tissues, responsible for decreasing friction during movement. While there are 160 “bursae” in the body, the most commonly...
