Shoulder ultrasound is a powerful, non-invasive tool for diagnosing rotator cuff injuries, bursitis, and other joint issues—if performed with correct technique. Success depends on understanding ...

Shoulder X-rays can be complex, but understanding anatomy, selecting correct views, and applying recognized classifications make interpretation more reliable. From spotting subtle dislocations to ...

The shoulder muscles are responsible for maintaining the widest range of motion of any joint in your body. This flexibility is also what makes the shoulder prone to instability and injury. Muscles, ...

The shoulder, or pectoral girdle, is a structure that plays an essential role in many functions and movements. The three shoulder bones include the scapula, the clavicle, and the humerus. A shoulder ...

Correspondence to Dr Rachel Chester, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, School of Health Sciences, University of East Anglia, Norwich, Norfolk NR4 7TJ, UK; r.chester{at}uea.ac.uk Background/aim ...

A strong set of shoulders is important for an active daily life. Not only does the shoulder joint have the largest range of motion in the body, but the muscles of the shoulder girdle are also ...

Shoulder instability occurs when the arm’s ball joint moves in and out of the shoulder socket joint. Chronically unstable shoulders can lead to loose shoulder joints that slip out of place repeatedly.