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Elbow Arthritis and Elbow Pain – Learn More About Latest Research from Louisville Orthopedic Surgeon

Posted by Orthopaedic Specialists & filed under Arthritis, Arthroscopy and Arthroscopic Surgery, Hand, Wrist, Arm and Elbow Injuries.

Elbow arthritis is painful and uncomfortable since it causes stiffness. Research by Papatheodorou (2013) and colleagues in the Journal of Hand Surgery analyzes current treatment options for elbow arthritis. This research suggests that in the earlier phases of the condition, elbow arthritis may be managed without surgical intervention. Surgery for elbow arthritis is contingent on… Read more »

Shoulder Pain After Swimming? Louisville Orthopedic Explains Swimmer’s Shoulder

Posted by Orthopaedic Specialists & filed under Shoulder Injury and Shoulder Surgery, Sports Medicine and Sports Injury, Swimming Injuries.

When it comes to swimming injuries, shoulder pain is one of the most common complaints.  “Swimmer’s Shoulder” a term coined by Kennedy and Hawkins (1974), describes the shoulder pain experienced by some swimmers following activity. Often considered an overuse injury, the shoulder pain may occur in one shoulder or