With a name like “frozen shoulder” some Minnesota patients may assume the condition is caused by too much outdoor activity during our cold winter
Frozen Shoulder & Your Diet
I am slowly getting through the book The Grain Brain by David Perlmutter MD, an interesting read covering an issue (obesity, mental and physical
6 Shoulder Exercises You Can Do at Home
Maintaining functional mobility and strength in the shoulders is a crucial component to maintaining physical well-being. Below are some basic yet
When Should I Have My Painful Shoulder Checked Out?
Minnesotans and transplants thereof tend to be of fairly hardy stock and are reticent to seek formal care if something hurts; with the common
Shoulder Rehab after Surgery, Part 2
This is part two of our blog series on physical rehabilitation after shoulder surgery. Read part 1 before proceeding. Stiffness & Motion After
Shoulder Rehab After Surgery, Part 1
Utilization of arthroscopic surgical techniques for the shoulder followed on the heels of the same application for the knee joint. Arthroscopic
To Inject or Not Inject the Shoulder, That is the Question
Patients often ask me when it's appropriate to have a shoulder injection. Like any treatment plan, conservative measures are implemented prior to more
7 Ways Your Shoulder is Like Your Car
To educate the patient regarding shoulder functional mechanics and how it directly relates to the short and long term goals of physical therapy care,
How the Shoulder Functions
Patient education is one of the most crucial aspects of the physical therapy experience. Formal clinic time is limited and what the patient does over