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MUST READ ABOUT ROTATOR CUFF TEAR TREATMENT

Blog Posts, Dr. Robert Bacci

The rotator cuff is a crucial component of the shoulder that allows it to function. It connects the upper arm bone (humerus) to the shoulder blade (scapula) with four muscles, each of which has a tendon that attaches to different parts of the scapula. These tendons form a “cuff” around the head of the humerus, and all the muscles work together to control and stabilize the shoulder.

But when any of the tendons of the rotator cuff becomes injured or torn, the tendon becomes detached from the head of the humerus, and the injury is called a rotator cuff tear.

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OPIOID PRESCRIPTION RATES – THIS IS WHY YOU SHOULD TRY PT FIRST

Blog Posts, Dr. Robert Bacci

Try as we might, it’s nearly impossible to avoid pain altogether. Whether it’s twisted ankle or a sore neck, we all experience pain at one point or another, which is why pain is by far the most common reason people seek out health care. But treating pain—especially long-lasting, or chronic pain—is rarely easy or straightforward. Treatment often requires a multifaceted approach due to the numerous variables that contribute to a patient’s perception of pain and response to treatment.

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RESISTANCE TRAINING FOR OLDER ADULTS

Blog Posts, Dr. Robert Bacci

As we age, our bodies experience a series of changes that often make everyday activities more difficult. Decreased flexibility, a decline in posture, and pain within one or more joints are just a few of the many changes that frequently occur throughout the aging process. These types of changes can lead to decreased mobility and less physical activity, which can in turn diminish one’s quality of life and potentially lead to psychological issues like depression and anxiety.

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DANGERS OF SPORT SPECIALIZATION

Blog Posts, Dr. Robert Bacci

About 72% of school-age children—nearly 29 million—participate in at least one organized sport, which is associated with a bounty of physical and mental benefits. But a sizable portion of these young athletes choose to participate only in one sport, which can lead to almost non-stop obligations for practices, competitions, camps, and other forms of training throughout the entire year. This is called single-sport specialization.

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BENEFITS OF MULTI-SPORT PARTICIPATION

Blog Posts, Dr. Robert Bacci

In our last blog, we discussed how single-sport specialization is a trend that’s becoming increasingly more common in youth sports, even if it may not be in the best interests of these young athletes. As we noted, children who specialize in one sport are up to 93% more likely to suffer from an injury than those who play multiple sports, and they are also at an increased risk for burnout from fatigue and not giving taking adequate time for recovery.

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