Category Archives: Shoulder Conditions

Care and Treatment of Clavicle (Collarbone) Injury

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Dr. Watt

Clavicle Fracture The collarbone is also called the clavicle. A fracture to this bone is a common injury that occurs in people of all ages. Most breaks to the clavicle occur in the middle portion. The clavicle is located between … Continue reading →

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Common Sports Related Joint Dislocations

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Dr. Watt

Elbow Dislocations The elbow becomes dislocated when the joint surfaces are separated. With a complete dislocation, the joint surfaces are separated completely. The joint surfaces are only partly separated with a partial dislocation, also called a subluxation. The elbow is … Continue reading →

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Common Shoulder Injuries Related to Sports

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Dr. Watt

Clavicle Fracture (Broken Collarbone) A broken collarbone (clavicle) is a very common fracture that occurs in people of all ages but occurs more commonly with sports related injuries. The clavicle is located between the ribcage and the shoulder blade and … Continue reading →

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Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Dr. Watt

Arthroscopy is a procedure that our orthopedic specialists use to inspect, diagnose, and repair problems inside a joint. During arthroscopic shoulder surgery, the surgeon will insert a tiny camera, called an arthroscope, into your shoulder joint area. This small video … Continue reading →

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Common Ski and Snowboard Injuries

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Dr. Watt

If you are a snowboarder or skiing fanatic, you know that injuries come with the territory. If you aren’t careful, you could end up with torn ligaments, sprained muscles, or broken bones. Statistics tell us that less than 4 injuries … Continue reading →

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