Anatomy of the ShoulderThe shoulder complex comprises the humerus, clavicle, and scapular, which form four different joints, including the glenohumeral joint, sternoclavicular joint, acromioclavicular joint, and the “floating” scapulothoracic joint. The glenohumeral joint is the mobile joint in the human body as it is a “ball and socket” joint. It has three degrees of freedom,Continue Reading »
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Author: Gil Santos
Gil Santos received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Rutgers University in 2021. During his clinical rotations, Gil gained experience in various clinical settings such as outpatient orthopedics, industrial outpatient, hospital outpatient, and acute care. Gil treated patients with various orthopedic injuries and post-op procedures. Gil’s philosophy is to tailor his treatment to the individual because he understands that each person has specific goals and needs. Outside of the clinic, Gil enjoys playing tennis, weightlifting, running, and watching as many sports as he can.
Self-Treating Acute Low Back Pain
What is Acute Low Back Pain?Acute low back pain is one of the most common reasons people go see the doctor and/or miss days at work. 80-85% of people will experience low back pain within their lifetime. In addition, low back pain is the leading cause of years lived with disability, according to the GlobalContinue Reading »