Brachial plexus nerves originate from the spinal cord in the neck. This nerve bundle carries sensory and motor signals to the upper limbs. Brachial plexus injuries can happen at any age, including at childbirth.
If you’ve ever dislocated your shoulder, you’re familiar with the intense pain. It’s often sharp and immediate that may turn into a dull, constant ache, like a broken bone.
As we age, most of us will experience shoulder pain at some time, whether it’s due to an injury or underlying arthritis. If your pain persists and becomes debilitating, it may be time to seek medical evaluation.
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.
Our doctors are seeing more severe injuries from the sport of basketball happening to kids at a younger and younger age. What kinds of injuries do they most often see and how can they best be avoided?
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