The biceps tendon runs from the biceps muscle through the rotator cuff and into the shoulder joint, where it then attaches to the socket. If the biceps tendon becomes inflamed or irritated, a condition called bicep tendinopathy, you may need to undergo surgery called biceps tenodesis to relieve the discomfort. Although it can develop slowly overContinue Reading »
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Tag: Frozen shoulder
Do you have a frozen shoulder or adhesive capsulitis?
We discussed in our video how to identify if you have a frozen shoulder. In some cases a frozen shoulder could be confused with a rotator cuff tear, labral tear, shoulder impingement or cervical injury. A frozen shoulder also known as adhesive capsulitis is somewhat of an enigma in orthopedic physical therapy. We do knowContinue Reading »
Alternative Approach to Treating Neck Pain
The Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy provides consumer information on various conditions. The following information was published recently on neck pain treatment and provides an effective alternative to direct stretching, mobilization or manipulation of the neck. Please read the following and feel free to contact me regarding the benefits of this indirectContinue Reading »
What else can my Physical Therapist do for my “Frozen Shoulder”?
A recent article in the Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy in February 2012 highlighted a case study that used thoracic spinal manipulation in the treatment of primary and secondary adhesive capsulitis or “frozen shoulder“. Typically a patient who suffers from adhesive capsulitis goes through a series of stages. At the start a patient demonstratesContinue Reading »