Shoulder Pain Specialist In Anchorage, AK Many common Alaskan activities can lead to shoulder pain. Sometimes it's just discomfort or mild pain that resolves within a few hours with anti-inflammatory meds, while other times it may never fully resolve. If you experience ongoing shoulder pain, …
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Should you drive in an arm sling?
“When can I drive?” and “can I drive in a sling?” are common questions we hear from patients after shoulder surgery or treatment of other upper extremity injuries and conditions. The better question is should you drive in an arm sling. A recent study published in the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow …
Shoulder Dislocations – The Scoop
3rd Shoulder Dislocation A 25-year-old gentleman in my clinic came in because he was recently in the emergency room with his 3rd shoulder dislocation in the past 7 years. He was placed in a sling by the emergency room and was alarmed when I told him this would probably all happen …
Shoulder Surgery: A Patient’s Perspective
No More Chip on Your Shoulder – Pointers from Patient Perspective (Things we wish we’d known before we each had shoulder surgery) One Month Before Surgery Strengthen quads and core (legs, abs and back) – you’ll need them!Work on your flexibility – lower back, hips and hamstrings – you’ll be …
