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Surgery may be necessary to repair a rotator cuff tear. Recovery may take several months or longer and require a period of complete rest followed by progressive rehabilitation. Share on Pinterest ...

Undergoing shoulder surgery can mean the beginning of a new chapter for patients, offering relief from long-term pain and restoring mobility. But as anyone who’s gone through it will tell you, the ...

For a major operation like shoulder surgery, it’s not just the operation but what you do after that can make a big difference in the outcome. So, what can you expect with your recovery after surgery?

Arthroscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that can be used to diagnose and repair various joints, including your shoulders. During shoulder arthroscopy, a surgeon will make small ...

Orthopedic surgeries, including shoulder procedures, are among the most common surgeries performed in the United States. Every year, millions of patients undergo procedures like rotator cuff repairs ...

Shoulder impingements are common injuries that can take between a few weeks to 6 months to heal. In people with severe cases, this time can increase to a year. Shoulder impingement syndrome, also ...

Professional wrestler Griff Garrison, also known as Garrett Griffith, was lifting weights when he extended his arms too far and felt his left shoulder pop forward. He was practicing an Olympic-style ...