From the blog of Dr. Barbara Bergin A lot of folks have been waiting on this one. There is a bunch of shoulder pain out there, and with just a few modifications, much of it can be alleviated…but not all! And again, there was R.I.C.E., all of which works pretty well for shoulders too, except […]
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Are Steroid Shots Safe?
If you are living with debilitating joint pain that keeps you from performing normal daily tasks or even enjoying hobbies and activities you used to love, corticosteroid injections may be recommended as a non-surgical treatment option to help reduce pain and inflammation. But many question whether or not steroid shots are safe. In short, steroid […]
3 Easy Exercises for Preventing Sports Injuries
1. Shoulder Strengthening Exercises for the Rotator Cuff A rotator cuff injury is common for people playing tennis and baseball. The forces generated through overhand motions, like pitches and serves, cause the rotator cuff to act like brakes. Unfortunately, the rotator cuff is notoriously weak and can’t handle the stress. That’s why it’s important to […]
