Recommended Web Sites

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons - The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons provides education and practice management services for orthopaedic surgeons and allied health professionals. The Academy also serves as an advocate for improved patient care and informs the public about the science of orthopaedics. Fact sheets on shoulder injuries as well as patient education booklets and brochures can all be accessed by clicking on the shoulder link. One will also find general wellness and safety information here.

eMedicine Consumer Health: Broken Shoulder Blade - This site contains articles written by physicians for patients and consumers. Additional articles include:

• Shoulder Dislocation
• Shoulder Separation
• Shoulder and Neck Pain
• Rotator Cuff Injury

familydoctor.org: Rotator Cuff Exercises - This health information is provided by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Additional information on shoulder problems can be found at:

• Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder)
• Shoulder Instability: When Your Shoulder 'Goes Out'
• Shoulder Pain

MayoClinic.com: Rotator Cuff Injury - MayoClinic.com gives you access to the experience and knowledge of the more than 2,000 physicians and scientists of Mayo Clinic. The symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment will be found at this site. Other topics include:

• Bursitis
• Dislocation
• Frozen shoulder
• Tendinitis

MEDLINEplus: Shoulder Injuries and Disorders - Developed by the National Library of Medicine, this consumer health site directs the user to selected online resources on many common diseases and conditions.

The Shoulder - The Orthopedic Associates of Portland offer this information about a number of shoulder injuries, and suggest exercises for strengthening your shoulder.

Taking Care of Your Shoulder - The American Physical Therapy Association offers this information.