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Rotator Cuff: What is it, and How Does it Get Injured?

Even while being one of the most used muscle groups in the body, many people don’t understand what the rotator cuff is or how it works– inadvertently increasing their risk of injuring it. What is the Rotator Cuff? The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint and hold …

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Pickleball: Exercise the Whole Family Will Love

Pickleball is quickly becoming one of the most popular activities around – and for good reason! It’s an easy-to-learn game that combines elements from tennis, badminton, and table tennis, making it a sport the whole family can enjoy. Not to mention, pickleball can be a great way to get active and have fun simultaneously. A …

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Prevention is Key: The Importance of Regular Health Screenings

It’s no secret that as we age, our bodies become less limber and resilient than they may have been before. However, with proper care and attention, older adults can maintain a strong and healthy lifestyle, even into their later years. One of the most important actions seniors can take is to schedule regular health screenings. …

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Everything You Need to Know About Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder causes acute pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint, which typically gets worse if you raise your arm above a certain height or try to reach around your front or behind your back. Also known as adhesive capsulitis, this condition often starts to appear gradually, gets significantly worse over time, then slowly recedes. …

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Everything You Need to Know About a Torn Meniscus

A torn meniscus causes acute pain, swelling and stiffness in the knee, and an inability to support your weight on that leg. Left untreated, a torn meniscus can lead to long-term joint instability and osteoarthritis in the knee joint. At Strasburger Orthopaedics – Syracuse Area Health, Dr. Scott Strasburger provides a range of treatments for …

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