Cycling Shoulder Pain Are you an avid cyclist struggling with shoulder pain? In this article, we’ll explore the impact of cycling posture on shoulder health and share some stretching and strengthening exercises for the shoulder and upper arm bones. You’ll discover how proper bike setup and posture adjustments can help alleviate shoulder strain, and when it may be time to seek professional help for persistent pain. If shoulder pain is hindering your cycling experience, don’t hesitate to reach out to Georgia Hand, Shoulder & Elbow, a leading orthopedic practice in Marietta and Atlanta, Ge ..read more

Pickleball Injuries: How to Stay in the Game Safely Pickleball is an increasingly popular sport enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels. However, like any physical activity, pickleball carries the risk of injury. This article will discuss some common injuries associated with pickleball, the reasons behind these injuries, and, most importantly, how to prevent them. We will also provide guidance on what to do if you find yourself injured during a pickleball game. If you experience a sports injury while playing pickleball, contact our expert orthopedic surgeons at Georgia Hand, Shoulder ..read more

Could Your Computer Mouse Be Causing Hand or Wrist Issues? Any repetitive motion can cause pain. For example, one of the most repetitive tasks is using a mouse to operate our computers. Even though the small, precise motions do not seem like much, they could be causing damage to your fingers, hands, arm, elbow, neck, and shoulder. Many people think that they can only be affected by a repetitive strain injury (RSI) from the heavy loads and power tools involved in manual labor, but you can still experience pain, swelling, and numbness from any repetitive movements. Symptoms like these could i ..read more

What Are the Warning Signs of Trigger Finger? Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, limits your range of motion and can cause a snapping sound when you bend or extend your finger. Experts can address this condition at Georgia Hand, Shoulder & Elbow located in Atlanta and Marietta, Georgia, with corticosteroid injections, other non-surgical treatments, or surgery if necessary. Read on to learn more about this condition, how to treat it, and the steps you can take to prevent it. What Is Trigger Finger? Trigger finger occurs when inflammation causes scar tissue called ..read more

5 Tips To Speed Your Recovery From Rotator Cuff Surgery At Georgia Hand, Shoulder & Elbow, located in Atlanta and Marietta, we want to help you understand your surgical procedure and quickly recover. So if you’re concerned about your recovery, let us help with some torn rotator cuff surgery recovery tips. Many people think you must return to normal immediately and do everything yourself. A big part of recovery is asking for help. Moving your arm unnecessarily, even while you sleep, should be avoided. Getting enough sleep every night will help speed up your recovery time. You can rec ..read more

Fingers That Frequently Feel Cold May Indicate a Vascular Problem Have you ever shaken hands with someone on a warm day, but their hand felt cold? Or maybe you have felt your own fingers were colder than they should be. Fingers that seem cold regardless of the weather could be caused by a vascular system problem. What Causes Poor Blood Flow to the Hands? Small muscle fibers within vessels throughout the body regulate blood flow by constricting and relaxing around the vessels. When blood flows as it should, your hands will be warm, and your fingers will have color. If you are experienci ..read more

GHSE Hosts Hand2Hand Atlanta 2017 On Saturday, November 10th, 2017 the surgeons at Georgia Hand, Shoulder & Elbow (GHSE) partnered with the Touching Hands Program to lead the first domestic service project that was sponsored by the American Foundation of Surgery of the Hand. Over 30 volunteers kindly contributed their time and expert skills to provide free medical care and surgical services to patients who needed hand and upper extremity care in the Atlanta community.  The healthcare practitioners at GHSE partnered with local healthcare institutions including Mercy Care of Atlanta ..read more

2017 Eclipse The entire staff here at Georgia Hand, Shoulder, and Elbow was able to witness the Solar Eclipse from our very own rooftop. We all gathered with our glasses and were blown away by this spectacular phenomenon! We hope everyone was able to enjoy the Solar Ecplise as much as our entire staff did! You Might Also Enjoy... Blog Computer Mouse and Hand or Wrist Issues Any repetitive motion can cause pain. For example, one of the most repetitive tasks is using a mouse to operate our computers… Blog Warning Signs of Trigger Finger Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenos ..read more

Atlanta Braves Game Let’s go Braves!! After a week-long Hurricane, our staff had a blast watching the Atlanta Braves play at their new stadium while soaking in the warm rays of the sun. You Might Also Enjoy... Blog Computer Mouse and Hand or Wrist Issues Any repetitive motion can cause pain. For example, one of the most repetitive tasks is using a mouse to operate our computers… Blog Warning Signs of Trigger Finger Trigger finger, also known as stenosing tenosynovitis, limits your range of motion and can cause a snapping sound when you bend or extend your finger… Blog Rotator ..read more

GHSE Hosts Hand2Hand Atlanta 2019 On Saturday, November 9th, 2019 the third annual Hand2Hand event in association with the American Society for Surgery of the Hand’s “Touching Hand Project” was hosted by Georgia Hand, Shoulder, and Elbow. This day of charitable surgery was held at the Georgia Surgical Center on Peachtree. Many from the local community lent their hands to perform surgery on deserving patients who either have no insurance or are underinsured. Those who volunteered their services during this charitable day of surgery were the surgeons and staff of Georgia Surgical Center on Pe ..read more