by Dr. James J. Dalfino | Dec 28, 2020 | Shoulder Pain
Subacromial impingement (SAI) is a common injury in sporting activities that require overhead motions, especially among pitchers, quarterbacks, and swimmers. Not everyone responds to treatment to the same degree, and a new study that reviewed two specific cases may...
by Dr. James J. Dalfino | Dec 14, 2020 | Shoulder Pain
According to Healthcare Business Today, each year, Americans make 7.5 million doctor visits related to shoulder/upper arm pain. After neck and back pain, shoulder pain is one of the top reasons patients seek chiropractic care. So, why are shoulder injuries so...
by Dr. James J. Dalfino | Dec 7, 2020 | Shoulder Pain
Adhesive capsulitis (also known as “frozen shoulder”) is the end result of inflammation, scarring, thickening, and shrinkage of the capsule that surrounds the humeral head or “ball” part of the ball and socket joint. Adhesive capsulitis dramatically reduces the range...
by Dr. James J. Dalfino | Aug 31, 2020 | Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain is a VERY common problem, especially among individuals over 40 years old. Experts estimate that between 16-30% of the population has experienced shoulder pain in the last month, with subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS) being one of most likely...
by Dr. James J. Dalfino | May 25, 2020 | Shoulder Pain
While the anatomy of the shoulder allows for a wide range of motion and movement, it comes at the cost of a less stable joint, especially for those who routinely perform activities that require lifting the arms. This is likely why shoulder pain is one of the leading...
by Dr. James J. Dalfino | Dec 21, 2019 | Shoulder Pain
When people think of chiropractic care, they usually imagine back pain, neck pain, and headaches, as research STRONGLY supports chiropractic treatment for these complaints. But what about chiropractic care for shoulder pain? In 2010 and again in 2014, the United...
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