Golf is often assumed to be a gentle, relaxing sport. However, as professional golfers know only too well, the risk of injury can be pretty high. It is estimated that 62% of amateur golfers suffer a severe injury which impacts their ability to play. In particular, shoulder related injuries in the sport are common. Even […]
The number of total shoulder arthroplasties carried out on patients under the age of 55 has seen a significant increase in recent years. As the number of younger patients seeking shoulder surgery continues to increase, returning to work understandably becomes a serious concern. A recent study has reviewed the prognosis for younger patients to return […]
A new study has revealed that smoking after shoulder surgery can negatively impact the outcome of the procedure, as well as cause increased pain in patients. Smokers were also found to use more narcotics in order to control the pain after surgery, compared to non-smokers. We’ll look at how smoking impacts shoulder surgery recovery and […]
There are many different shoulder injuries a patient can suffer with, but by far one of the most common is the partial rotator cuff tear. The earliest recorded incidence of this type of injury dates back all the way to 1788. Since then, the injury has become a lot more common; especially amongst athletes. Here, […]
As excitement builds for the start of the Winter Olympics which commences today, the athletes will be entering their very final training and prep stages for one of the most important sporting events in their career. The UK has reportedly doubled its investment in the Winter Olympics due to be held in South Korea, from £13.5m […]
Competitive diving has become increasingly popular in recent years. However, up until recently, very little research has been carried out to understand the potential injuries involved with this admired and much-loved sport. Now, a new paper written by a sports medicine physician from Loyola Medicine, has revealed some of the risks competitive divers face. Among […]
A new study has revealed surgeons are now suffering from more painful shoulders, arms and backs than labourers and coal miners. Previous studies have shown an estimated four out of five surgeons experience significant pain whilst carrying out procedures. Now, the most recent findings show just how damaging work-related injuries can be for a surgeon. […]
A new study published within the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, has revealed a reverse shoulder replacement could be an effective and long-lasting solution, to irreparable rotator cuff tears. Previously, concern has been raised over the durability of the procedure in patients under the age of 65. The findings of the study can now […]
The Rio Olympic Games might be a distant memory for sports fans, but for researchers the data it provided has been analysed and valuable conclusions have been drawn that could help prevent sport injury rates in the future. The most recent research to be released has revealed that athletes at Rio were most likely to […]
New findings published within the FASEB Journal, has revealed resistance training could help to prevent shoulder tendon damage. As we age, our tendons become naturally weaker and prone to damage. This means athletes and those who use their shoulders excessively, are more likely to develop long-term problems. Research into how tendons age is ongoing: […]
