Category: Shoulder Pain
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Neck Adjustments Can Help More Than Neck Pain
This review article concluded that neck manipulations can help not only neck pain, but also with tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, jaw joint disorders and shoulder pain. ~ Dr. Broussard The Effect of High Velocity Low Amplitude Cervical Manipulations on the Musculoskeletal System: Literature Review Cureus 2020 Apr 15;12(4):e7682. doi: 10.7759/cureus.7682. Andrea Giacalone PMID: 32426194 PMCID:…
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Some Shoulder Surgeries Don’t Work
In an article published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, the authors conclude that subacromial decompression surgery doesn’t provide any benefit when compared to exercise and sham surgery, plus this surgery carries a small risk of serious harm. ~ Dr. Broussard Subacromial decompression surgery for adults with shoulder pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis…
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Neck and Shoulder Problems Sometimes Relate
Changes in spinal alignment also change the mechanics of the shoulder and this can cause shoulder problems. Additionally shoulder pathology may refer pain to the neck. ~ Dr. Broussard The Study: Overlapping, Masquerading, and Causative Cervical Spine and Shoulder Pathology: A Systematic Review . The Facts: a. The authors reviewed the literature regarding the link…
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Low Level Laser Helps Shoulder Tendinitis
If you have tendinitis in your shoulder(s), you may want to consider adding low level laser therapy, it seems to help especially when combined with other physical therapy treatments. I use a physical treatment called Trigenics that works well with tendinitis in the shoulders. ~ Dr. Broussard Photobiomodulation Reduces Pain in Patients With Shoulder Tendinopathy…
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Manual Therapy Recommended for Subacromial/Impingement Pain
If you are considering a non-surgical treatment for your shoulder impingement pain, we may be able to help you. This article, published in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, concluded that there is a strong recommendation for including manual therapy in the initial treatment phase of subacromial shoulder pain. ~ Dr. Brousard An Update…
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Battlefield Acupuncture and Physical Therapy vs Physical Therapy Alone After Shoulder Surgery
Battlefield acupuncture involves using semi-permanent needles applied to certain points in the ear. This article found that battlefield acupuncture techniques significantly helped people with their pain after shoulder surgery. ~ Dr. Broussard Battlefield Acupuncture and Physical Therapy Versus Physical Therapy Alone After Shoulder Surgery Medical Acupuncture Vol. 31, No. 4 Keith M. Collinsworth and Donald…
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Pain Management Best Practices Report – 2019
In this official final report on pain management best practices by the Department of Health and Human Services US Government, they included complementary and integrative health. Specifically, they recommend acupuncture, massage and manipulative procedures, mindfulness-based stress reduction, Yoga, Tai Chi, and spirituality. ~ Dr. Broussard May 9, 2019 PAIN MANAGEMENT BEST PRACTICES INTER-AGENCY TASK FORCE…
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How Long Does Frozen Shoulder Take to Get Better?
Without treatment, the frozen shoulder will thaw to a point where people are satisfied after about 3 1/2 years. ~ Dr. Broussard Is frozen shoulder completely resolved at 2 years after the onset of disease? Journal of Orthopaedic Science Available online 2 April 2019 Du Hwan Kim Abstract Background Although numerous studies have suggested that…
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Lasers Help Shoulder Tendon Pain
Lasers are becoming more and more popular for the treatment of athletic type injuries. This study reviewed the literature and concluded that low level laser therapy helps people with shoulder tendon problems. ~ Dr. Broussard Photobiomodulation Reduces Pain in Patients With Shoulder Tendinopathy SPORTS MEDICINE DIGEST Kristen M. Agena, MS, ATC, CSCS, CES; Cailee E.…
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Anxiety and Depression Associated With Shoulder Pain and Disability But Not Frozen Shoulders
People who suffer with anxiety and/or depression may likely experience higher levels of pain and disability, but there is no definite relationship between anxiety and depression and frozen shoulders. ~ Dr. Broussard The Relationship between Depression or Anxiety Symptoms and Objective and Subjective Symptoms of Patients with Frozen Shoulder – Full Text Article Int J…