Physician Blog

Shoulder pain

The shoulder joint is a remarkable construction. It is the most mobile joint in the body; it enables forward and backward movements of the shoulder, enables the arm to move in a circular motion as well as move up and... Continue Reading

De Quervain’s Syndrome

De Quervain's Syndrome, also known as de Quervain's tenosynovitis or de Quervain's disease is a painful condition caused by inflammation of tendons in the wrist and lower thumb. When the swollen tendons rub against... Continue Reading

Hip Arthroscopic Surgery at Pinnacle Orthopaedics

Hip pain can be an agonizing and debilitating condition. Some people suffer from hip pain for many years and have not been able to find relief in spite of numerous doctor visits and treatments. Hip pain diagnosis... Continue Reading

Physical Therapy: What is it and how can it help me?

Physical Therapy: What is it and how can it help me? At some point in our life, we have heard of Physical Therapy. Maybe it was prescribed to you, or maybe a friend recommended it for you to deal with your ailments.... Continue Reading

2 Most Common Types of Total Joint Replacement Surgery

Total joint replacement surgery entails the removal of a damaged joint to be replaced with a plastic, metal or ceramic prosthesis. This device has been specifically designed to work and replicate the function or... Continue Reading

Four Things to Know About Meniscus Tears

Did you know meniscus tears are one of the most common knee injuries? You are especially at risk if you are an athlete and play contact sports. If you hear someone say they have torn cartilage in their knee, they are... Continue Reading

The Ins and Outs of Ankle Arthroscopy

Everyone, especially athletes, wants to avoid surgery at all costs. However, if you have a severe ankle sprain, repeated injuries, or debris in the ankle from torn cartilage, the doctor may recommend ankle... Continue Reading

Why Does My Shoulder Hurt When I Lift My Arm?

Shoulder pain when you lift your arm often comes from irritated tendons. Common causes include shoulder impingement and rotator cuff tendinitis, where inflamed tendons can get pinched inside the joint; rotator cuff... Continue Reading

Why Are My Joints Cracking All Of A Sudden?

"Popping," "Cracking," or "Snapping" are sounds associated with joint cracking. If you notice more joint cracking then usual, it may be a symptom of another condition. Whenever you have a bothersome symptom, it is... Continue Reading