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I have shoulder pain; do I have Shoulder Osteoarthritis?

What is shoulder osteoarthritis? Shoulder osteoarthritis (OA) refers to the loss of joint cartilage that is normally found over the shoulder joint surfaces. The shoulder joint is a joint formed between the humerus head (arm bone) and the glenoid (part of the shoulder blade). This is a very flexible joint with a wide range of

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What is a SLAP Tear?

<h3How does a Superior Labral injury happen? A common superior labral injury is termed a SLAP tear which stands for “superior labrum from anterior (front) to posterior (back) tear”. The labrum is cartilage that helps to deepen the socket part of the scapula (shoulder blade). It is connected to one of the two tendons which

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What is a Proximal Humeral Fracture?

The humerus is the bone between the shoulder and the elbow. The proximal humerus is the upper part of the bone near the shoulder. A proximal humeral fracture is common, especially in the elderly with osteoporosis (brittle bones). If the fracture occurs in the elderly, it is usually caused by falling from ground level on

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Why do I have Neck Pain? Understanding Neck Pain

The Neck The neck is a complex structure in humans that connects the body to the head. Of particular importance is the cervical part of the spinal column. The spinal column is made up of bones and intervertebral discs, as well as the joints, ligaments, and muscles that connect each spinal segment. It is within

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Sarah Taylor

Obstetrics & Gynaecology