Joint problems can make it hard to perform everyday tasks and may cause pain that limits your enjoyment of life. Your doctor may recommend non-surgical treatments at first, but surgery may benefit you if conservative procedures don’t improve your joint problem. In the United States, more than a million people undergo total joint replacement surgery…
Joint Replacement Surgery
Recovering from Rotator Cuff Surgery
Recovering after a rotator cuff surgery is a long process. During the first several days after the procedure, your shoulder will likely be swollen and appear discolored. Although postoperative pain and swelling will gradually subside, full recovery can take up to half a year, and you may need to wear a sling for over a…
Don’t Shrug off Shoulder Replacement Surgery: Ways it Can Benefit You
Do you have shoulder pain that keeps you up at night or prevents you from using your arm to its full capacity? If so, you probably have a shoulder injury or condition that’s causing pain symptoms and restricting your strength and movement. While many shoulder injuries and conditions can be treated with conservative treatments, some…