Frozen shoulder is a somewhat common condition that causes stiffness, pain, and decreased mobility in the shoulder joint. It’s important to address
How a PT can Help you Avoid Rotator Cuff Surgery
Most people think that torn rotator cuffs need to be treated with surgery. Sometimes rotator cuff surgery is necessary, but in many cases it can be
The Gold Standard of Shoulder Care
By the numbers, 50% of 60 year olds have a rotator cuff tear. However, most don’t even know it and function quite well. Unless there is severe
Pickle Ball Shoulder Pain & Exercises
Actually, there is no such thing as “Pickle Ball Shoulder”- it’s what you’ve been doing to your shoulders (and knees and hips for that matter) for the
Preparing Your Shoulders for Spring After a Winter Inside
In a recent article, we offered a few specific stretches to get your shoulders ready for outdoor activities after spending a winter indoors. In this
Exercises to Get Your Shoulders Ready for Spring
The mild weather we’ve had recently here in Minnesota has served as a teaser of things to come. Soon people will be able to get outside and get your
A Functioning Shoulder for the Ages Part 3: 60s & Beyond
In previous articles we have discussed how to have a functioning shoulder throughout your 20s & 30s, and into your 40s & 50s. In our final
Treating Pain Between the Shoulder Blade & Spine
We routinely see patients who are experiencing pain between the shoulder blades and the spine. This type of pain is confusing to many patients because
A Functioning Shoulder for the Ages Part 2: 40s & 50s
In a recent article, we talked about the various shoulder conditions and injuries that can impact a person in their 20s and 30s. In this article, we
