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One of the most common scenarios I see in my clinic goes something like this: a patient comes in after an MRI, looking worried, holding a radiology report that says "rotator cuff tear." Often they've already been told—by an urgent care doctor, a friend, or sometimes even another provider—that they're going to need surgery. Some are told it's urgent. Many are understandably anxious. But here's the thing: a tear on an MRI does not automatically mean you need an operation. The

What Is PRP? If you've been dealing with joint pain, tendon problems, or bursitis that hasn't fully responded to physical therapy or cortisone shots, your doctor may have mentioned platelet-rich plasma — commonly called PRP . It sounds technical, but the concept is straightforward: we take a small sample of your own blood, process it in a specialized centrifuge to concentrate the healing components, and inject that concentrate back into the area causing your pain. The key ing

Stretching keeps the body flexible, which can decrease the chance of injuries. Prior to activities involving your triceps, try...

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(Article source: www.StopSportsInjuries.org) Golf historically is perceived as being a low-risk sport when it comes to injuries....

It's the younger generation's hip ailment, typically seen in more active patients, anywhere from 15 to 55. Instead of complaints of...

If you're trying to choose which sport you would like to take up, it's often best to listen to what your body is telling you. Some...

Written by: Lee Diehl, MD Article Source: AOSSM (American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine) Pain is the body’s way of trying to...

On July 10, 2019, Performance Health Surgery Center (PHSC) in Fort Myers, Florida will open its doors to its first surgical patients. The...