The New York Bone & Joint Specialists Blog

Like other physical activities, gardening can be tough on your joints. But it doesn’t have to be if you utilize these joint-friendly tips.

Summertime is a great time to exercise, but just like in any season, that exercise can cause some common injuries if you aren’t careful. Check out these tips on how to avoid them! 

Does your shoulder feel painful? Is the joint hard to move? It could be because of a labral tear.

Bicep tears are common, but many people fail to realize that the pain they’re feeling is actually caused by their bicep, not their shoulder.

Arthritis is a frequently overlooked cause of shoulder pain. Find out how you can determine if your shoulder pain is actually being caused by arthritis.

Is a stiff shoulder making it difficult to do your daily activities? It’s time to get your frozen shoulder thawed.

Upper body gym exercises like weightlifting can sometimes damage shoulders, elbows, and wrists. Fortunately, injuries are preventable if you take precautions.

After a year of working from home, Americans are seeing a rise in back and shoulder injuries. Here’s how to address these common orthopedic problems.

Weightlifter’s shoulder can be painful and debilitating, but it generally responds well to conservative treatment.

From a SLAP tear to tendonitis, here’s what may be causing your shoulder pain — and how to treat it.

While painful at first, a dislocated shoulder generally heals with rest and physical therapy.

Shoulder arthroscopy is a safe and effective procedure — today’s minimally invasive techniques shorten recovery times and reduce the risk of complications. Shoulder injuries can be painful and debilitating, and the prospect of undergoing surgery to correct the problem just adds to the stress for many patients. Fortunately, orthopedic surgeons now employ arthroscopic techniques that […]

Shoulder stiffness may be caused by a variety of orthopedic conditions. Fortunately, there are effective treatment options that can provide relief.

Here’s how to identify a shoulder dislocation, and what you can expect throughout your recovery.

If you’re suffering from pain in your shoulder blades, there are effective treatment methods you can try at home.