August, 2019 | Northwest Broward Orthopaedics

What Is a Rotator Cuff Injury and How Do You Treat It?

Rotator Cuff Tears

The rotator cuff is made up of four muscles and their tendons. These allow you to move your arm away from your body. A rotator cuff tear is a common cause of pain and disability among adults. Each year, almost 2 million people in the United States visit their doctors because of a rotator cuff problem!

Tips to Make a Safe Running Program for You

Tips for Creating a Safe Running Program

Although running injuries are quite common, you can reduce your risk for injury. It’s important to create a plan of action if you are training for a specific goal (like a marathon) or just to get active. Any type of level of athlete is prone to injuries.

How to Care for Your Cast

How to Care for your Cast

Casts support and protect injured bones and soft tissue. When you break a bone, your doctor will put the pieces back together in the right position. Casts and splints hold the bones in place while they heal. They also reduce pain, swelling, and muscle spasm.In some cases,

Rotator Cuff Tears

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