If you have a torn rotator cuff and surgery has been recommended, it helps to understand the different surgical approaches available and how they compare. Open Repair vs Arthroscopic Repair Traditionally, rotator cuff tears were repaired using an “open” technique, which involves a larger incision and detaching part of the deltoid muscle to give the […]
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Stiff or Painful Shoulder? Discuss Frozen Shoulder with a Shoulder Specialist in Sydney/Wollongong
If you have significant pain or stiffness in your shoulder but can’t recall a specific injury that caused it, it may be worth having it assessed for frozen shoulder (also known as adhesive capsulitis). What Is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder is a condition where the shoulder joint capsule becomes thickened and tight, causing progressive stiffness […]
