Postoperative Care for the Shoulder
Many family members have asked us how to best prepare for post operative care of the shoulder. The key thing to remember about any healing process is to respect it. It takes time. The patient should have someone ready to help drive them home from the procedure and help
Made by Hand (and Shoulder) – Patient Testimonial
Richard Grell, Hudson, Ohio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWhAiUWVY4Q Facing the decision to have a total shoulder replacement surgery isn’t easy for anyone. For Richard Grell, the idea was very intimidating. As an expert Windsor chair maker for the last 45 years, Richard is completely reliant on having two strong shoulders to
Shoulder pain from Playing Golf
Though golf is considered a moderate risk activity, an in-depth look at golf reveals that overuse and poor technique can result in serious injury. At first glance, the golf swing may appear to be a relatively simple move. However, the swing requires a synchronized effort of muscle strength, timing,
Dr. Gobezie Leads the Way in Outpatient Surgery
Dr. Gobezie always recommends surgery as the absolute last option. But when patients have hit the proverbial wall with pain, and conservative measures are no longer helpful, surgical intervention may be the only option. Our patients are often surprised to learn the majority of shoulder surgeries performed here are
Selecting a Surgeon
What should you look for in an orthopedic surgeon?When you are in need of orthopedic surgery, research is important. You’ll want to find a highly recommended surgeon with the strongest skills and most experience in the specific area of surgery that you need. Extensive data has shown a direct correlation
Shoulder Pain at Night
One of the most common complaints I hear in my office is that a patient cannot sleep due to shoulder pain from sleeping. They tell me that no matter what side they try to sleep on, it still hurts. Some patients report stiff or dull pain that becomes worse
The Fabulous Six Shoulder Exercises
Fabulous Six Shoulder Exercises - Downloadable PDF