by OrthoTexas | Oct 20, 2015 | Shoulder
The shoulder is a ball and socket joint that allows for upward, downward and rotational movement of the arm. The head of the humerus (arm bone) is the ball that fits into the socket (exterior part of the shoulder blade). Shoulder Dislocation occurs when the head of...
by OrthoTexas | Sep 28, 2015 | Physical Therapy, Shoulder
Bankart Lesion can be defined as an injury to the anterior part of the labrum, the fibrous cartilage attached to the shoulder socket that helps to maintain the stability of the joint. It is usually caused due to subluxations of the glenohumeral joint. When this...
by OrthoTexas | Aug 5, 2015 | Elbow, Hand & Wrist, Physical Therapy, Shoulder
Custom splinting is a common procedure used in physical therapy for various orthopedic conditions of the upper extremities such as shoulder, elbow, wrist or hand. It involves the use of customized and specifically fabricated splints to restrict the movement of the...
by OrthoTexas | Jun 11, 2015 | Shoulder
A Separated Shoulder, also known as an Acromioclavicular Joint Separation or A/C Separation, is in injury causing damage to the ligaments joining the shoulder blade and collarbone. It is usually a tissue or ligament injury but, in some cases, may also involve a broken...
by OrthoTexas | Feb 17, 2015 | Shoulder, Uncategorized
The shoulder is the most versatile joint of the human body and it helps in the forward and backward movement of the arm. Shoulder joint provides mobility, however it is highly susceptible to injuries. Any tear, inflammation, fracture or dislocation in any of the...
