Understanding Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery Shoulder Impingement Syndrome is a common cause of shoulder pain that occurs when the soft tissues in the shoulder joint are "pinched" during movement. When you lift your arm, the space between the acromion (the top edge of the shoulder [...]

Understanding Rotator Cuff Injuries: Causes, Symptoms, and Recovery The rotator cuff is a vital group of muscles and tendons that stabilize the shoulder joint, keeping the humerus (upper arm bone) securely in the shoulder socket. When these tissues are damaged through trauma, repetitive use, or aging, it can [...]

Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder - OverviewOsteoarthritis, also called degenerative arthritis, is a gradual breakdown of cartilage in the joints.Cartilage is a tough, flexible connective tissue that protects the ends of bones in the joints.Osteoarthritis of the shoulder can severely impact a person's lifestyle.Causes and Risk FactorsOsteoarthritis commonly develops as [...]

Biceps Tendonitis - Overview This is a problem with a tendon in your shoulder. Most often, it's the "long head of biceps" tendon. It travels from the front of your upper arm to the top of your shoulder socket. With this condition, the tendon becomes painfully inflamed or irritated. [...]

Subacromial Injection - Overview This injection goes into your shoulder. It can help reduce your shoulder pain. We use it to treat many conditions. It's used for adhesive capsulitis, rotator cuff tendinosis and impingement syndrome. Injection To start, you sit and expose your shoulder. Your skin is cleaned [...]

Joint Injection (Therapeutic, Shoulder) - OverviewThis outpatient injection procedure relieves pain in the shoulder and arm caused by arthritis, injury or disorder.PreparationIn preparation for the procedure, the shoulder is cleansed and sanitized. Local anesthetic is administered to numb the tissue at the injection site.The physician may choose from multiple [...]

Steroid Injection for Shoulder Bursitis - Overview This injection treats shoulder bursitis. That's an inflammation of a fluid-filled sac called a "bursa" in your shoulder. You have these sacs throughout your body. They are a cushion between bones and soft tissues. An inflamed bursa is painful. Preparation To begin, [...]

Epidural Steroid Injection (ESI) in the Cervical Spine - Overview This injection treats the pain of an inflamed nerve in your cervical spine. It relieves nerve swelling. If you have a herniated disc, spinal stenosis or some other problem that's pressing on a nerve, it may help you. Preparation [...]

Cervical Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection - This injection procedure is performed to relieve neck, shoulder and arm pain related to compression of a nerve root in the cervical spine. Conditions such as herniated discs and spinal stenosis can compress nerves, causing inflammation and pain. The medication injected helps decrease [...]

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) - Overview Rheumatoid arthritis (we say "RA") is a chronic autoimmune disease. It makes your joints feel swollen and stiff. This interferes with daily activities. Causes What causes RA? Well, we don't fully understand this disease. We know it happens when your immune system attacks your [...]

PRP Therapy - Overview Platelet rich plasma therapy can help injured joints and other problems. It uses parts of your own blood to reduce pain and speed up healing. Can it Help Me? PRP may help if you have: meniscus tears in your knee. Rotator cuff tears in your [...]

Throwing Injuries of the Elbow - Overview Throwing overhand again and again puts a lot of stress on your elbow. It can lead to injury. Young athletes, in particular, are at risk. Some play sports all year without learning how to throw properly. And, their bones are still growing. [...]

Peripheral Neuropathy - Overview This condition is a problem with the peripheral nervous system. These are the nerves that branch out from your brain and spinal cord and travel to all of the other parts of your body. Causes This condition results from damage to your peripheral nerves. These [...]

Overuse Injuries of the Elbow - Overview If you are an athlete, or if you work with your arms and hands, your elbows may be at risk for an overuse injury. This is an injury caused by repetitive motions. This type of injury can be a problem for people [...]

Joint Pain - Overview Joint pain is a common problem for many people. It can keep you from doing the things you want to do. It can make it hard for you to be as active as you like. Let's take a moment to learn about the causes of [...]

Cervical Radiculopathy - Overview This condition is an irritation or compression of one or more nerve roots in the cervical spine. Because these nerves travel to the shoulders, arms and hands, an injury in the cervical spine can cause symptoms in these areas. Cervical radiculopathy may result from a [...]

Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS): A Guide to the Trial and Permanent Procedure What is Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS)? Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) is an advanced treatment that uses low-voltage electrical impulses to alleviate chronic pain in the back, arms, and legs. By delivering these pulses directly to the [...]

Selective Nerve Root Block (SNRB) in the Cervical Spine - Overview This injection targets a painful nerve in your cervical spine. It helps your doctor find which nerve is pressed on by a herniated disc, spinal stenosis or some other problem. It may give you pain relief. Preparation To [...]

Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection: Relief for Neck and Arm Pain A Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection (CESI) is a minimally invasive procedure designed to relieve chronic pain in the neck, shoulders, and arms. If you are suffering from a pinched nerve or inflammation in the cervical spine, this treatment [...]