During this in-person event, Dr. Amendola highlights the reasons for shoulder pain, preventive measures, treatment options and factors to consider when weighing more invasive options.
When you think of sports medicine, elite athletes and complex surgeries might come to mind. However, any active individual can benefit from sports medicine.
Thanks to advances in implant design and surgical techniques, the longevity of shoulder replacements has recently increased. That's why shoulder replacement surgeries are among the fastest-growing joint replacement procedures.
It starts as a nagging pain in the upper or outer part of the shoulder that comes on when lifting or lowering your arm to the side. Ignoring it can result in further deterioration of the joint.