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By Scott Kay on Oct 2, 2007 in Breast Cancer | 0 Comments
Lymphedema is condition of localized fluid retention due to the inability of the lymphatic system to properly remove excess fluid from that region. Because breast cancer patients often have the lymph nodes under the arm removed as a part of their cancer treatment strategy, they are susceptible to developing lymphedema in that arm.
Lymphedema - [...]
By Scott Kay on Sep 26, 2007 in Breast Cancer, Pink Rotaters, Survivor Celebration | 1 Comment
October is designated as national Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Most women know this and are sympathetic, but most men really don’t pay too much attention - until breast cancer impacts their lives through a family member or close friend.
It’s not that men don’t care, we just don’t realize how prevalent this disease is until [...]
By Scott Kay on Jul 25, 2007 in adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder), range of motion, shoulder rehab, shoulder surgery, the Rotater | 0 Comments
Frozen Shoulder is Common
“Frozen shoulder” or adhesive capsulitis (the name you are most likely to hear a physician/surgeon use) is very common. In layman terms, this name simply describes a situation where there is a loss of the range of motion in the shoulder joint. This can result from:
the development of scar tissue [...]
By Scott Kay on Jul 22, 2007 in shoulder injuries, shoulder rehab, shoulder surgery | 0 Comments
Common Story - Separated Shoulder while playing Football
When I was in high school, I had a partially separated shoulder injury acquired while playing football. In order to be able to practice and play, I used topical ointments to mask the pain.
For many years following high school, my shoulder would bother me by becoming painful [...]
By Scott Kay on Jul 19, 2007 in internal and external rotation, range of motion, rehab products, shoulder rehab | 0 Comments
I’ve had three broken shoulders and two shoulder surgeries. Because of this, I’ve learned a great deal about shoulder rehabilitation, the pain involved, and the effort required to have a successful recovery.
Motorcycling Racing Results in Shoulder Injuries
I race motorcycles and as a result, have had my share of broken bones, many of which required [...]
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