What is a Rotator Cuff Tear? The rotator cuff is a group of tendons in the shoulder joint providing support and enabling a wide range of motion. Major injury to these tendons may result in tear of these tendons, a condition called rotator cuff tear. It is one of the...
What is Shoulder Instability? Shoulder instability is a chronic condition that causes frequent dislocations of the shoulder joint. Causes of Shoulder Instability A dislocation occurs when the end of the humerus (the ball portion) partially or completely dislocates...
What is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, is a condition characterized by pain and loss of motion in the shoulder joint. It is more common in older adults aged between 40 and 60 years and is more common in women than men. Causes of...
What is Shoulder Impingement? Shoulder impingement is the condition of inflammation of the tendons of the shoulder joint. It is one of the most common causes of pain in the adult shoulder. The shoulder is a 'ball-and-socket' joint. A ‘ball' at the top of the upper arm...
What is Shoulder Joint Replacement? Total shoulder replacement surgery is performed to relieve these symptoms. In this surgery, the damaged articulating parts of the shoulder joint are removed and replaced with artificial prostheses. Replacement of both the humeral...
What is Shoulder Arthroscopy? Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive diagnostic and surgical procedure performed for joint problems. Shoulder arthroscopy is performed using a pencil-sized instrument called an arthroscope. The arthroscope consists of a light system and...
