One of the most important things I do while assessing patients with musculoskeletal pain is determining their exact location of symptoms. While this seems like a simple inquiry, it requires several ...
Shoulder blade pain can be caused by muscle strain, rotator cuff tears, or joint conditions like osteoarthritis. Symptoms of shoulder blade pain include dull, sharp, or burning pain, weakness, and a ...
Whether it’s a dull ache or sharp spasm, pain between the shoulder blades can be caused by a variety of things. It can be due to bad posture while staring at a computer screen all day, an exercise ...
Burning pain in the shoulder or shoulder blade can come from various injuries or conditions. Sometimes, the pain resolves quickly on its own, but other times, a person may require treatment from a ...
The prevalence of shoulder pain tends to increase and become more severe as we age - especially for folks in their 50’s and beyond. When people complain of shoulder pain - it can manifest in a lot of ...
The causes of shoulder pain may be as common as a traumatic injury or as rare as a systemic inflammatory condition, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. The combination of joints ...
Shoulder pain can be one of the most frustrating problems to deal with. At first, it’s just an annoyance. But when it starts interfering with your sleep or preventing you from doing the things you ...
Dr. Van Krueger, a dual fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, is the latest member to join OrthoMO’s team. A St. Louis native, Dr. Krueger brings not only advanced ...
Applying a warm compress to the affected area can provide soothing relief from burning sensations. The heat helps increase ...
A shoulder fracture is a broken bone in the shoulder. These fractures typically occur after a fall or high impact collision. In most cases, surgery is not necessary to treat a shoulder fracture. The ...
Physical therapy and medications are often the first treatment for shoulder injuries. However, shoulder surgery is also an option to repair joints, rotator cuffs, or dislocations, to name a few. The ...