by Dr. Sam Taylor | Mar 27, 2015
General The shoulder is the body’s most mobile joint. The same anatomy that gives the shoulder its amazing mobility and range of motion also makes it vulnerable to dislocating or becoming unstable, a condition called instability. Instability is a catch-all term that...
by Dr. Sam Taylor | Mar 27, 2015
General The terms “fracture” and “broken” mean the same thing and can be used interchangeably. Account for 4-6% of all fractures Most common among elderly women Result from low-energy falls among older patients with poor bone quality. Result from very high-energy...
by Dr. Sam Taylor | Mar 27, 2015
The clavicle, which is also known as the collarbone, is one of the most commonly broken bones among people of all age groups. The majority of clavicle fractures are treated without surgery, but a subset of fracture patterns are best addressed surgically to maximize...
by Dr. Sam Taylor | Mar 27, 2015
Anatomy and Function The shoulder joint is made up of three bones, the arm bone (humerus), the shoulder blade (scapula), and the collar bone (clavicle) The ends of the bones are covered by a slippery and shiny material called cartilage. Cartilage acts as a shock...
