Shoulder

Shoulder pain can be caused by the shoulder joint itself or many of the surrounding muscles, ligaments & tendons. Pain caused by joints is usually exacerbated by arm & shoulder movements / activities.

Glenoid Labrum: A Crucial Component of Shoulder Stability

Table of Contents Introduction Anatomy of the Glenoid Labrum Function of the Glenoid Labrum Common Injuries to the Glenoid Labrum Treatment Options Conclusion FAQ Introduction The shoulder joint stands as a remarkable and complex structure, enabling an extensive range of motion and ranking among the body’s most flexible joints. Bridging the upper arm bone (humerus) …

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Understanding and Managing Bursitis in the Shoulder

Table of Contents Introduction Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Conclusion FAQ Introduction: Experiencing shoulder pain can significantly impact daily functioning and diminish one’s overall quality of life. Among the myriad causes of shoulder discomfort, bursitis stands out—a condition triggered by inflammation in the bursa, tiny fluid-filled sacs acting as cushions between bones and soft tissues. …

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A Patient’s Guide to Shoulder Arthroscopy 2024

Table of Contents Introduction Anatomy Rationale Preparations Surgical Procedure Complications After Surgery Rehabilitation FAQ Introduction The use of arthroscopy (arthro means joint and scopy means look) has revolutionized many different types of orthopedic surgery. During a shoulder arthroscopy, a small video camera attached to a fiber-optic lens is inserted into the shoulder joint to allow …

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Clavicle Fracture (Broken Collarbone) Treatment in Singapore 2023

Table of Contents Introduction Symptoms Aetiology Clinical Findings Investigations Treatment Referrals Exercise Prescription Evaluation of Treatment Outcomes Differential Diagnoses Prognosis Extra Information Introduction The clavicle, an “S”-shaped bone, is the only long bone that ossifies by an intramembranous process. It is the first bone in the body to ossify (fifth week of fetal gestation) and …

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Treatment for Shoulder Pain in Singapore

A Patient’s Guide: Treatment for Shoulder Dislocations in Singapore

Table of Contents What is Shoulder Dislocation? Anatomy Types of Shoulder Dislocations Causes Symptoms of Shoulder Dislocation Diagnosis Treatment for Shoulder Dislocation FAQ What is Shoulder Dislocation? A shoulder dislocation is a painful and disabling injury of the glenohumeral joint. Most dislocations are anterior (forward) but the shoulder can dislocate posteriorly (backwards). Inferior and posterolateral …

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A Patient’s Guide to Sternoclavicular Joint Problems (Shoulder / Collarbone Area Pain) 2024

Table of Contents What is Sternoclavicular (SC) Joint? Anatomy Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment for Sternoclavicular Joint Problems / Pain in Singapore Rehabilitation FAQ What is Sternoclavicular (SC) Joint? The sternoclavicular (SC) joint is important because it helps support the shoulder. The SC joint links the bones of the arms and shoulder to the vertical skeleton. …

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Bursa Injuries (Bursitis Treatment) in Singapore

Table of Contents Introduction Inflammatory bursitis Frictional bursitis Symptoms and Diagnosis Treatment for Bursa Injuries in Singapore Introduction Bursae are small, fluid-filled sacs whose function is to reduce friction, distribute stress, and protect the underlying structures. They may be found between a bone and a tendon, between two tendons, or between a bone or tendon …

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Tear & Inflammation of the Deltoid Muscle (Treatment in Singapore)

Tears of the deltoid muscle, though infrequent, do occur in team handball and volleyball players, American footballers, weightlifters, wrestlers, and other athletes. The muscle is damaged in most cases by direct impact, but it can also be injured by overuse. The tear affects only a small part of the muscle, making it difficult to raise …

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About Dynamic Stability Factors of Glenohumeral (Shoulder) Joint

What is Glenohumeral (Shoulder) Stability? Glenohumeral (Shoulder) stability is mainly achieved through dynamic factors. Active contraction of the rotator cuff contributes to joint stabilization by coordinated muscular activity and by secondary tightening of the ligamentous constraints. This effect works in combination with the concavity-compression mechanism, in which muscle contraction causes compression of nearly congruent articular …

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