The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that stabilise the shoulder joint and allow overhead movement. When one or more of these tendons tear — whether from an injury or gradual wear — the result is pain, weakness, and loss of function that can significantly affect daily life. Arthroscopic rotator cuff […]

Photo by J. Kelly Brito on Unsplash Seeing a specialist is an opportunity you need to make the most of, since it can seriously put you out of pocket if you don’t have medical aid, and you don’t want to keep going back, wasting your time if you can avoid doing so. However, preparing for […]

Photo by Otto Norin on Unsplash When it comes to a shoulder injury, it’s important to address it straight away, and seek the help of a shoulder specialist. A GP should not be the only professional you visit to treat your injury. If your doc refers you to an orthopaedic, you should not hesitate to […]

Photo by Alexandra Tran on Unsplash Surgery can be a complete shock to your system, and it may take a while for you to adjust post op. But it is important that you take control of your recovery and do what you can to help your body heal. Everyone responds differently to surgery, and some […]

Photo by Inge Poelman on Unsplash Before jumping straight to surgery it’s always best to thoroughly explore your options with your orthopaedic specialist. Surgery should never be your first resort as it carries with it plenty of risk, but there are instances where surgery should be seriously considered. Whether or not you have surgery, it’s […]

Photo by Ryan Porter on Unsplash When any part of your body or group of muscles is repetitively used, you become vulnerable to repetitive strain injury or RSI. This is a type of injury which can encompass many different conditions (think carpal tunnel, for example). When it comes to people who drive for a living, […]