Martin R. Coleman, MD The shoulder joint is the most complex joint system in the human body. It has many components that work together to ensure it functions smoothly when we call upon it to do everyday tasks. It is also the most mobile joint in the body and because of that it also has… Read more »
Martin R Coleman, MD Arthritis – Although not seen as often as knee or hip arthritis, I may diagnose arthritis of the shoulder when a patient comes to me complaining of an achy, stiff shoulder. Arthritis is a condition that may come with age but may reflect a specific inflammatory condition such as Rheumatoid arthritis… Read more »
As a busy Orthopaedist, I often have patients ask me about medical terms that they see written in their charts and express their confusion over them. They wonder how they can possibly have two or three conditions that sound and look alike at the same time. In this article, I hope to clear up… Read more »
Robert J. Snyder, MD As a busy Orthopaedist, I see many patients in the office, whose main complaint goes something like this, “I have this really sharp pain, when I walk (or insert your activity of choice here). It hurts so bad, it must be caused by a bone spur”. Most of those pains are… Read more »
Boyd W. Haynes, III, MD Ah, springtime! The weather is warmer, the sun is shining and everything is in bloom. After being cooped up inside for the several months of cold winter weather we experience every year, Tidewater residents can be expected to head outdoors and start being active again. Unfortunately, as a Sports Medicine… Read more »
Frederick Wintermantel III, PTA Rotator Cuff tears are a commonly seen injury of the shoulder in almost every Physical Therapy practice. While we often see these injuries in athletes (baseball and tennis players) and workers who hold their arms up constantly, such as painters, those in construction, etc., almost anyone can injure their rotator cuff. … Read more »
Effective Treatments for Shoulder Pain: Rotator Cuffs to Reverse Shoulder Replacement Join Dr. Marty Coleman as he discusses treatment options for painful conditions of the shoulder. The shoulder is the most complex joint in the body, so it is crucial to seek help from an experienced physician when faced with shoulder issues. Learn how almost… Read more »
Robert J. Snyder, MD The human shoulder is a joint which allows an incredible amount of flexibility and movement. The shoulder has the most mobility of all of the joints in the body. This wide range of motion also makes it the joint most vulnerable to dislocation. Why do shoulders dislocate, how are they treated… Read more »
By Martin R. Coleman, MD Just about everyone has a friend or relative who has had a hip or knee replacement. Much rarer are people who suffer from severe pain from arthritis of the shoulder. Most joint replacements are done for hips and knees, but shoulder replacement is becoming more and more popular as a… Read more »