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Evaluation and Treatment of Musculoskeletal & Neurological Conditions Managed By Dr. Scott Naftulin and Dr. Bruce Zhang

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Bursitis Pain, Diagnosis & Treatment – Shoulder (Subacromial)

A bursa is a fluid filled sac that reduces friction in joint spaces. There are several bursa in the shoulder joint, including the subacromial bursa. When the subacromial bursa becomes inflamed it is termed subacromial bursitis. Subacromial bursitis is commonly associated with shoulder impingement syndrome, when the tendon of the shoulder is impinged or compressed [...]

Osteoarthritis (OA) – Arthritis Treatment Options – Injection Therapy – Part II

Injection Therapy - Part II (A Continuation of Part I ) Osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition which will affect essentially every human at some point in their life. As discussed in previous articles, the treatment of OA should be  multi-modal. One of the more common treatments is injection therapy.  In the past, injection therapy was [...]

Medial Branch Blockade – the Double-Block Paradigm

Chronic neck and back pain unfortunately are common conditions which negatively affect quality of life. People who suffer from these chronic conditions frequently despair at their inability to enjoy their favorite pastimes and inability to work or be as productive as usual. The have usually been seen by numerous medical or chiropractic physicians and have [...]