Each of the shoulders contains a group of muscles and other soft tissues referred to as the rotator cuff. The rotator cuff provides a great deal of stability to the shoulder joint and gives the arm a wide range of…
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How Painful is Rotator Cuff Surgery Recovery?
After a serious rotator cuff injury, surgery is often required in order to continue playing sports and being active. Recovery from this surgery typically takes a few months and involves minimal pain, with the most significant discomfort presenting in the…
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ACL Reconstruction Recovery Time
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is an arthroscopic surgery performed to remedy a torn ACL through the use of a tendon graft. Recovery from this procedure can take anywhere between four to nine months, depending on a number of factors.…
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Shoulder Arthritis Treatment
Shoulder arthritis is a condition in which the joints become inflamed and cause stiffness and pain that can make everyday tasks difficult. While this condition cannot be cured, there are treatment options that can reduce pain and improve mobility. Southern…
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Am I a good candidate for hip replacement surgery?
Long-term hip discomfort can disrupt everyday life by making it difficult to sit, stand, or move around. This pain can prevent one from leading an active lifestyle or doing activities they enjoy. Hip replacement surgery can be greatly beneficial to…
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Do I need labrum surgery even if I’m not in constant pain?
The labrum is cartilage that lines and supports the shoulder joint, rotator cuff tendons, and muscles. The labrum helps keep the shoulder stable, and when torn and injured, can cause dislocation of the shoulder. Depending on the severity of the…
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How long after rotator cuff surgery can I go back to the gym?
Rotator cuff surgery is often required to continue enjoying sports and an active lifestyle after an injury. Recovery from this procedure typically requires four to six months before resuming sports and strength training at the gym. Your exact recovery time…
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PRP Treatment For Hip Pain
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are a form of regenerative therapy that helps in managing pain in the ligaments, tendons, muscles, and other injuries. The injection makes use of the body’s own healing properties for treating pain and injuries. Southern California…
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PRP Treatment For Knee Pain
Platelet-rich plasma treatment is a revolutionary new technique for healing painful knee injuries. In fact, athletes like Rafael Nadal and Tiger Woods are rumored to have undergone PRP treatments for various purposes. The procedure involves injecting platelet-rich plasma in the…
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How Do I Know If I Tore My Hamstring?
Hamstring tear or strain is also known as a pulled hamstring. This injury occurs in the back muscles of the thigh and are common among athletes that need to sprint while performing their sports. In fact, hamstring injuries are regarded…
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