Sometimes, it can feel like you’re carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders — literally. Shoulder pain can occur at any age, along with related symptoms like stiffness and immobility. But like other joint-related problems, it tends to be more common among athletes and older people. Is it possible to prevent shoulder pain with exercise? First, let’s answer a few important questions.
Dr. Van Thiel recently presented on cartilage restoration techniques in the knee at the Chicago Sports Medicine Symposium. He also moderated surgeries on complex knee ligament cases. Overall, a great weekend. Watch the presentation with a voice over.
Dr. Van Thiel will continue his involvement with the Chicago Blackhawk Medical Network.
Hip pain may not be quite as common as knee pain, but that doesn’t make it any less painful. Like any other joint, your hip joints benefit from regular exercise to keep them strong and flexible. Even if you already have hip pain, research shows exercise may dramatically delay the need for some types of medical treatment. Plus, when you relieve hip pain and strengthen the joint, you can reduce your risk of future injuries, too.
Sore, aching knees might seem like a problem only older people experience, but guess what? Plenty of younger people have knee pain, too. But while the symptoms may feel similar, younger people tend to have knee pain for different reasons. And that means they’ll need to have different types of care to feel better. Here’s what you need to know about knee pain in kids and young adults.
