Grant Garrigues, M.D.

12/23/2025

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12/23/2025

The 4 Stages of Frozen Shoulder.

A frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, is a very common cause of shoulder pain. Frozen shoulder can take a long time to heal, anywhere from six months to 2 years. The four stages of frozen shoulder include pre-freezing, freezing, frozen, and thawing. These terms describe the typical pro...

12/16/2025

Non-traumatic Medial-Sided Elbow Pain: A Comprehensive Review of Etiologies, Diagnostic Strategies, and Treatment Approaches.

Medial elbow pain is a rare and often underrecognized condition. In non-traumatic cases, such as medial epicondylitis (ME), ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injury, cubital tunnel syndrome, snapping medial triceps, and posteromedial impingement, the clinical presentations are often similar, making di...

12/12/2025

Open approaches to the lateral elbow: surgical indications, anatomic considerations, and technical pearls.

Several lateral approaches to the lateral elbow have been described for management of a variety of elbow pathologies, and each poses unique technical challenges given the complexity of surrounding neurologic, vascular, and ligamentous anatomy. This article reviews 6 common lateral elbow approaches

12/09/2025

Traumatic Versus Atraumatic Causes of Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: A Systematic Review of Pathophysiology and Outcomes.

Shoulder impingement syndrome (SIS) is a common musculoskeletal disorder caused by traumatic or atraumatic factors, resulting in pain, functional limitation, and reduced quality of life. This systematic review aimed to summarize the pathophysiology, anatomical changes, and functional outcomes of tra...

12/05/2025

What Is Swimmer's Shoulder?

Swimmer's shoulder is a common orthopedic injury in people who swim. It is caused by abnormal rubbing and pinching of the structures in your shoulder. This injury is experienced by about 40% to 90% of swimmers at one time or another.

12/03/2025

What Causes Infraspinatus Pain and How Can You Treat It?

The infraspinatus muscle works alongside three other rotator cuff muscles to stabilize and move the shoulder. This triangular-shaped structure primarily externally rotates the arm. This means it rotates the arm toward the outside of the body. It also assists with moving the scapula (shoulder blade)....

11/28/2025

Common Causes of Chest and Shoulder Pain.

Pain from your chest to your shoulder can have many causes, and may involve your heart, lungs, or other internal organs. If your pain is sudden or severe, seek immediate medical care.

11/27/2025

Wishing you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving!

11/21/2025

When Not to Have Rotator Cuff Surgery.

Rotator cuff tears may require surgery to repair, but they can often heal with rest, physical therapy, and medication when needed. Discuss with your orthopedist when to have or not have rotator cuff surgery.

11/14/2025

Is Sleeping on Your Side Causing Shoulder Pain?

Side sleeping comes with many benefits. It keeps your airways open, which minimizes snoring and sleep apnea symptoms. The potential drawback? You might experience shoulder pain from sleeping on your side because you’re putting weight on one shoulder for several hours.

11/11/2025

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