Why Are My Shoulders Stiff?
Shoulder stiffness may be caused by a variety of orthopedic conditions. Fortunately, there are effective treatment options that can provide relief.
5 Common HIIT Injuries and How to Avoid Them
Learn about the common injuries associated with HIIT, and how you can stay safe while following this popular exercise program.
How to Heal a Dislocated Shoulder
Here’s how to identify a shoulder dislocation, and what you can expect throughout your recovery.
Dr. Leon Popovitz Discusses SLAP Tear Surgery and Recovery
Let’s start with the basics: what is a SLAP tear, anyway? A SLAP tear is a lesion or rupture of the labrum, which is the soft rim of cartilage lining the socket of the shoulder. The term “SLAP” itself stands for “Superior Labral Tear from Anterior to Posterior,” in reference to the area most commonly affected by this injury. […]
Weightlifting Injuries: Shoulder Damage
Lifting weights or weight training is one of the most common reasons for shoulder pain. Often, a weightlifter will make an injury worse over time because the injuries acrue gradually and pain is only felt in a later stage of injury. LABRAL Tears or SLAP Tears – are very common among those that lift weights in […]
Should I Have Surgery For My SLAP Tear?
Have you been recently diagnosed with a SLAP tear or a Shoulder Labral tear? Have you been recommended to undergo arthroscopic surgery to repair your injury? Many people see an orthopedic surgeon and are given the diagnosis of SLAP or labral tear. They receive the orthopedist’s recommendations on treatment and they come home unsure about what to […]
