Shoulder Pain? Consult With a Specialist Near Fairfax, VA
If you have persistent shoulder pain that is interfering with your daily routine, it might be time to see a specialist. Because the shoulder is a complex structure, specialty care is important. At Nirschl Orthopaedic Center (NOC) near Fairfax, Virginia, you can benefit from the expertise of an outstanding team of orthopedic shoulder specialists as well as the latest advances in diagnostics and treatment.
Our shoulder specialists perform extensive research and are continually refining the treatment techniques used for shoulder injuries. For instance, our practice founder, Robert P. Nirschl, MD, MS, was an early innovator in the use of reinforcing patch grafts for the repair of large shoulder rotator cuff tears. For those reasons and more, NOC consistently ranks among the top orthopedic and sports medicine clinics in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area.
What Causes Shoulder Pain?
Some of the most common conditions and injuries treated by the shoulder specialists at NOC include:
Shoulder Arthritis
Shoulder pain and stiffness can result from osteoarthritis, a degenerative condition that often develops along with the natural aging process due to the effects of ongoing wear and tear. Additionally, a shoulder injury that damages the protective cartilage in the shoulder joint can increase the risk of—or hasten the onset of—shoulder arthritis.
Rotator Cuff Tears
A common source of shoulder pain and reduced function, a rotator cuff tear can result from repetitive use, such as playing tennis or golf, or sudden trauma, such as a fall onto an outstretched hand. Because the muscles and tendons that make up the rotator cuff tend to weaken and degenerate over time, the risk of rotator cuff tears increases with age.
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
A painful condition that occurs when the tendons in the shoulder joint are irritated, inflamed or degenerated, shoulder impingement syndrome often results from repetitive overhead motions. Specifically, the pain and irritation occur when the top outer edge of the shoulder blade (acromion) rubs against or impinges on the rotator cuff beneath it.
Our Patient-Centered Approach
At NOC, we offer the latest conservative and surgical treatments for shoulder conditions, including physical therapy, and we emphasize nonsurgical treatment whenever possible. We also prioritize patient education and encourage our patients to be active participants in their care.
Contact Nirschl Orthopaedic Center today to request an appointment with a shoulder specialist at our state-of-the-art orthopedic center near Fairfax, VA. In addition to Dr. Nirschl, our outstanding team includes Derek H. Ochiai, MD; Ronald S. Paik, MD; Clay Wellborn, MD; and Farshad Adib, MD