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This book has been created for patients who have decided to make education and research an integral part of the treatment process. Although it also gives information useful to doctors, caregivers and other health professionals, it tells patients where and how to look for information covering virtually all topics related to rotator cuff injury (also Internal derangement of the subacromial joint; Painful arc syndrome; Pitcher's shoulder; Rotator cuff syndrome; Shoulder impingement syndrome; Supraspinatus syndrome), from the essentials to the most advanced areas of research. The title of this book includes the word official. This reflects the fact that the sourcebook draws from public, academic, government, and peer-reviewed research. Selected readings from various agencies are reproduced to give you some of the latest official information available to date on rotator cuff injury. Given patients' increasing sophistication in using the Internet, abundant references to reliable Internet-based resources are provided throughout this sourcebook. Where possible, guidance is provided on how to obtain free-of-charge, primary research results as well as more detailed information via the Internet. E-book and electronic versions of this sourcebook are fully interactive with each of the Internet sites mentioned (clicking on a hyperlink automatically opens your browser to the site indicated). Hard-copy users of this sourcebook can type cited Web addresses directly into their browsers to obtain access to the corresponding sites. In addition to extensive references accessible via the Internet, chapters include glossaries of technical or uncommon terms. ... Read more

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When it comes to joint flexibility, the shoulders win hands down--and hands up, hands behind your back, wherever you choose to reach. But the shoulder's outstanding range of motion also sets it up for wear, tear, and injury. If you have had a sore shoulder, you know how painful it can be to do something as simple as putting on your coat. ... Read more

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Outstanding! Cured my longtime RC problem!
I have had rotator cuff (RC) problems since I was in college. I have gone to PT but the problem always came back. I have been lifting weghts since highschool and for many years inadvertantly lifted wrong. Four years agoI bought this e-book. I was desperate and in pain. From my symptons the doctor said I had tendinitis and not a tear which meant that this eboo was appropriate. I used it exacty as directed and in EXACTLY the timeframe that the ebook said I should have relief I received relief. This had been a chronic and sometimes acute problem.

My RC problem has not retuned. I continue to lift weights and can do dumbbel presses with 95 pounds pain-free. What a blessing. And as a surprise to me, the author emailed to see how I was doing! I am sure that after 4 years so many of his ebooks have sold the author can longer make contact with purchasers, but his commitment to helping people is evident in this ebook. Give it a try! What do you have to loose,,, but pain. And follow it EXCTLY and don't fool youself by fudging and using too much weight or you'll just be wasting your time!

Rotator Cuff Injuries
I just started having rotary cuff problems and downloaded this to get some more information.

The information is very basic, but it has some good strengthening exercises in it, and very pretty and informative diagrams on the shoulder muscles and ligaments.

At the end of the day though, if you have a problem I think you should still go to a physio and get proper advice (which this book also points out).

However it has been a useful addition to the physio...
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This digital document is an article from Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed., brought to you by Gale®, a part of Cengage Learning, a world leader in e-research and educational publishing for libraries, schools and businesses.The length of the article is 670 words.The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase.You can view it with any web browser.The third edition of this authoritative, comprehensive, in-depth medical guide features information on medical topics in language accessible to adult laypersons. Disease/disorder articles typically cover definition; description; causes and symptoms; diagnosis; treatments; prevention; and more. Test/treatment articles typically cover definition; purposes; precautions; preparation; risks; normal and abnormal results; and much more. ... Read more

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The article is excerpted fromGale Encyclopedia of Medicine.

Consultthe second edition of this authoritative, comprehensive, in-depthmedical guide for information on more than 1,700 medical topics inlanguage accessible to adult laypersons. Presented in a singlealphabetical sequence, articles range in length from one or twoparagraphs for minor topics, to several pages or more for major topics.Disease/disorder articles typically cover definition; description;causes and symptoms; diagnosis; treatments; prevention; and more.Test/treatment articles typically cover definition; purposes;precautions; preparation; risks; normal and abnormal results; and muchmore. This second edition includes more than 200 new entries, 300updated entries, approximately 650 color images and illustrations, anda comprehensive subject index. New features include biographical andhistorical sidebars throughout the text.

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Rip Off
This is only a 1 page overview that you can easily get for free on the internet. There are NO images or exercises like it advertises.
Big waste of money. Don't bother. ... Read more

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This up-to-date electronic book on CD-ROM provides the best collection available anywhere of official Federal government information and documents on the subject of shoulder and rotator cuff problems. This CD-ROM uses next-generation search technology that allows complete indexing and makes all files on the disc fully searchable. For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material.

This thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: National Institutes of Health (NIH), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Combined Health Information Database (CHID), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS). Contents include clinical and medical information.

In addition, as a bonus we have included an encyclopedic collection of general medical and health documents – thousands of pages with extensive material from the CDC and NIH on hundreds of diseases and health topics, along with FDA drug and medical publications, government consumer healthcare tips, disease prevention programs, dietary guidelines, and travelers’ health information. Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive "Guide to Leading Medical Websites" with updated links to 73 of the best sites for medical information! By using weblinks on the CD-ROM, you can quickly check for the latest clinical updates directly from the government.

This CD-ROM has over 38,000 pages reproduced using Adobe Acrobat PDF software and Reader software is included. Advanced search and indexing features are built into our reproduction, providing a complete full-text index. This enables the user to search all the files on the disk at one time for words or phrases using just one search command! The Acrobat cataloging technology adds enormous value and uncommon functionality to this impressive collection of government documents and material. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, comprehensive, and portable!

Our CD-ROMs are privately-compiled collections of official public domain U.S. government files and documents - they are not produced by the federal government. They are designed to provide a convenient user-friendly reference work, utilizing the benefits of the Acrobat format to uniformly present thousands of pages that can be rapidly reviewed or printed without untold hours of tedious searching and downloading. This book-on-a-disc makes a superb reference work and educational tool for patients and their families, physicians, and other medical professionals. (Information on this CD-ROM is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice; of course, readers are urged to consult with a professional health care provider for any suspected illness.) ... Read more

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seek no value in it
I am a physician, and I bought this CD hoping it would contain some up to date information on shoulder injuries and rehabilitation.The CD is just a collection of PDF files of general healtharticles, lists of abstracts, and assorted web search results.A small fraction of the content is related to the shoulder, and virtually none of it is useful.The rest is loosely related or unrelated.Seek no value in it. ... Read more

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END PAIN, REGAIN RANGE OF MOTION AND PREVENT RE-INJURY

Millions of people suffer from debilitating shoulder problems each year. With Healthy Shoulder Handbook, you can take yourself off that list. This friendly manual outlines the causes for common shoulder conditions, including shoulder impingement, rotator cuff, tendinitis, dislocation and repetitive motion injuries.

Illustrated with over 300 step-by-step photographs, Healthy Shoulder Handbook offers easy-to-follow exercises to:

• Build strength
• Improve flexibility
• Speed up recovery
• Prevent injury

Healthy Shoulder Handbook also features specially designed programs to reverse or alleviate the strain from high-risk sports and occupations, including construction work, desk jobs, tennis, golf and more. Follow the approach in this book and you'll be able to quickly get back to the job (or back on the court!) and stay there--pain free! ... Read more

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Keep on playing Golf!
As mentioned before, our family really enjoys all of Dr. Karl Knopf's exercise and health books. This IS THE BEST BOOK for SHOULDER STRENGTHENING TECHNIQUE on the market! Prepare yourself so you do not ruin you shoulder joints and sockets. I was starting to hurt after playing golf on a more frequent basis, and my doctor told me to exercise correctly. We knew about Dr Knopf's book (as we have several others of his books) and purchased this Healthy Shoulder Handbook. Whooaaa! Instantly, the exercises really felt good. I know things take time, but you can tell almost instantly with the new exercises that feel great compared to the same repetitive motions we perform with our body and arms repetitively at 90% of the time.When you normally do a new movement (before reading this book and before trying to recover from shoulder injuries), either you cannot do it or it hurts instantly or you are sore, later.Dr Knopf's HSH book begins to share (over time) many motions that are easy to work on, but are seldom done in everyday living. All this feels so good when done correctly.When adding the stretching exercises, your joints and tendons and ligaments and muscles begin to work together, synergistically.Great book.Add the various shoulder exercises to your daily total body routine.Dr Knopf will provide reasons to perform each exercise correctly. Again, do not buy other authors who happen to publish books for college kids or gymnastic exercise fanatics and then reword the text for the 50+ crowd. Dr Knopf has a long history and long list of success at his university, his studios and with the groups of adults he actually works with every single day. Dr Knopf provides a realistic hands-on approach, which is so much better than other authors and their books who really do not care to serve the 50+ exercise crowd.

Excellent reference guide!
I play tennis and tore cartilege in my shoulder a couple years ago, requiring surgery.I hope to never go through that experience again. I was fortunate enough to have a wonderful physical therapist who worked with me through my rehab.I now realize how delicate the shoulder joint is and the importance of keeping it strong and healthy.Many of the exercises in this book are what my therapist had me doing for my rehab and ongoing strength development.Regardlesss of your sport, and even if you don't play sports, I strongly recommend this book to keep your should healthy.It has different chapters focused on various strenghtening movements depending on what your need is.It's one of the best books on physical fitness I own.I heard the author on a local radio station and that's how I came to discover this gem.

Great book for somebody that has a shoulder injury.
The book is great the company took a long time for me to receive the book. And the company is very close to where I live. The company is 10 minute from my house. It took a couple of weeks. I don't know if I would use the company again.

pretty good book
The book has some very good advice. I haven't managed to read it all, but right now the advice I followed showed results. I would definitely recommend this for someone with a shoulder injury.

Seems geared more toward prevention than treatment of acute injury
This book is a very comprehensive look at a range of different exercises for the rotator cuff, as well as prevention programs aimed towards different activities, including baseball, basketball, football, golf, hockey, swimming, tennis, volleyball, wrestling, construction, and office/desk job.it has exercises that are passive (he calls them "gentle" but i'll get back to that), on the floor, on a roller, with a cane, on a wall/door, and then some with resistance (band/dumbbell)

However, despite the comprehensiveness of the book, he doesn't actually present a program for acute injury.There is one "rotator cuff routine" on page 18 that appears to be for more acute injuries since it is placed rather awkwardly in the section describing the different rotator cuff injuries that can occur.I was completely unable to do all but one of the exercises in this routine when i was first injured.It was very frustrating and I felt as though the title of the book (especially the "treating" part) was misleading.

Dissatisfied, I bought Jim Johnson's Treat Your Own Rotator Cuff, and I did just that - his 5 day a week routine (with number of seconds/number of sets very clearly described) helped me start making small strides towards mobility. Johnsons's book also has a very informative section describing the shoulder and what exactly is happening, as well as why it is useful to do the exercises at all. Now, 6 weeks later, I can finally start in on some of the more sport-specific routines in the Healthy Shoulder Handbook.

All that said, I think that this is a great book for *prevention*, and I will use it as my shoulder recovers to prevent future injury.

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Chapters: Iliotibial Band Syndrome, Repetitive Strain Injury, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca, Shoulder Problems, Rotator Cuff Tear, Tennis Elbow, Tendinosis, Plantar Fasciitis, Snapping Hip Syndrome, Stress Fracture, Shin Splints, de Quervain Syndrome, Video Game-Related Health Problems, Gamekeeper's Thumb, Blackberry Thumb, Ulnar Nerve Entrapment, Tendinitis, Golfer's Elbow, Chondromalacia Patellae, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, Talusitis, Patellar Tendinitis, Stener Lesion, Achilles Tendinitis, Workrave, Xwrits, Prepatellar Bursitis, Radial Tunnel Syndrome, Rsibreak, Little League Elbow, Runner's Toe, Cold Compression Therapy, Lymphangiosclerosis. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 166. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), also called keratitis sicca, sicca syndrome, xerophthalmia, dry eye syndrome (DES), or simply dry eyes, is an eye disease caused by decreased tear production or increased tear film evaporation commonly found in humans and some animals. The phrase "keratoconjunctivitis sicca" is Latin, and its literal translation is "dryness of the cornea and conjunctiva". Typical symptoms of keratoconjunctivitis are dryness, burning and a sandy-gritty eye irritation that gets worse as the day goes on. Symptoms may also be described as itchy, scratchy, stingy or tired eyes. Other symptoms are pain, redness, a pulling sensation, and pressure behind the eye. There may be a feeling that something, such as a speck of dirt, is in the eye. The resultant damage to the eye surface increases discomfort and sensitivity to bright light. Both eyes usually are affected. There may also be a stringy discharge from the eyes. Although it may seem strange, dry eye can cause the eyes to water. This can happen because the eyes are irritated. One may experience excessive tear...More: http://booksllc.net/?id=794008 ... Read more

Customer Reviews (22)

A bit pricey, but has some decent rotator cuff exercises
Some of this is a bit bogged down in details, but generally offered some good exercise routines for rehab of rotator cuff.The trick is to keep up with the exercises and pay attention to the correct technique if you want to see improvement.

Good book
My husband has pain in his shoulder, so he borrowed this book from his co-worker and started doing the exercises.Within a week, he felt better.So, I ordered the book.It is great.

Saved my shoulders
I had a lot of pain in my right shoulder from impingement.The stretches and exercises in this book helped tremendously.The knowledge I gained on range of motion and adaptive shortening was what I needed.I now do a slightly different exercise routine but still use the same stretches.

Works Fast!
This is a well-written, highly under-rated book on preventing or rehabilitating shoulder injuries.It helps if you have some anatomy background for understanding the how's and why's of shoulder injuries.Otherwise, just follow the advice and exercises.
I have used the exercises and yes, they work.Worth every penny.

Doug Setter, BSc, author of Stomach Flattening

Outdated Info.
Readers need to be aware that this book was written by a chiropractor over 18 years ago. While copies are still being printed, they are still 1st editions and thus contain info from the late 80's. If any new info is added, then its called a 2nd edition, which there isn't one yet.

This is NOT good if one is looking for the latest rotator cuff treatments because medical information is constantly changing all the time as new studies are done. Case in point, this book does not include the sidelying abduction exercise which has been recently found to be one of the safest and most effective exercises for the supraspinatus muscle, the most frequently torn cuff muscle. The sidelying abd. exercise does not grind your cuff tendons down further and cause more damage like some of the older exercises once taught like the "empty-can" exercise.

The book does cover some basic anatomy and function of the rotator cuff however. Also, be aware that as you progress through the levels in the various routines, you're sure going to be spending a lot more than just "7 minutes" doing exercises that involve either dumbells or a pulley system. Readers interested in other rotator cuff books might also want to check out Treat Your Own Rotator Cuff. ... Read more

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Univ. of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia.Discusses the recent advances in the management of rotator cuff tears and supplements Iannotti's book: Rotator Cuff Disorders: Evaluation and Treatment, c1991. Halftone illustrations. 11 contributors, 10 U.S. ... Read more

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Excellent overview of roator cuff pathology
Maybe I'm biased because I'm one of Iannotti's ex-residents, but I found this book to be a quick and easy way of learning all about rotator cuffs.I read this overnight while on call. ... Read more

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Every shoulder condition that is affected by the rotator cuff is covered in this new text. In this reference, a group of internationally known surgeons present the latest techniques and theories for managing these problems. The presentation is done with careful clinical focus and individualization of these techniques. Shoulder pain is the second most common malady of the musculoskeletal system. This book provides the orthopaedic surgeon with the knowledge to perform shoulder surgery from arthroscopy to complex shoulder reconstruction. Many techniques and theories not previously covered are presented in this book. Clinicans will be able to individualize their own techniques and treatment of their patients. ... Read more

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This text takes a comprehensive approach to rotator cuff disorders, including tears and arthroscopic techniques in surgical management. It addresses the latest topics that have developed in the past several years, such as the conversion of mini-open repair to all arthroscopic repair, and answers key questions that are raised at instructional courses. Experts in the field present not only arthroscopic shoulder anatomy, cuff tear patterns, repair concepts, and other fundamentals, but also provide in-depth coverage of state-of-the-art techniques. Acromioplasty, clavicle resection, PASTA repair, large and massive repair techniques, and subscapularis repairs are among the techniques detailed. The thorough book also considers repairable versus irreparable cuff tears, biceps tendon disorders (tenotomy, tenodesis, and subpectoral tenodesis), and tuberosity footprints (medial, lateral, and double row). Suture anchor repair, suture pass techniques, knot tying, and postoperative treatment are addressed as well. The step-by-step approach is supplemented by a wealth of anatomical drawings and color photos of arthroscopic techniques. An accompanying DVD supplements the surgical techniques chapters.

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Great book...
This book is a great review of cuff surgery... Has many of the Hawkins' principles imbedded in it and is a must have for any shoulder surgeon.Also a great source for residents and sports/shoulder fellows... is great complete source on arthroscopic cuff surgery and is very up to date... Would recommend it very highly. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Internal Medicine News, published by International Medical News Group on December 15, 2005. The length of the article is 800 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Rehabilitating an injured rotator cuff.(EXERCISE RX)
Author: Willibald Nagler
Publication: Internal Medicine News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 15, 2005
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 38Issue: 24Page: 28(1)

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This digital document is an article from Men's Health Advisor, published by Belvoir Media Group, LLC on October 1, 2009. The length of the article is 1102 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Rotator cuff tears are not exclusive to athletes: knowing the warning signs and seeking a prompt evaluation of these shoulder injuries are keys to a better outcome.(Bones and joints)
Author: Unavailable
Publication: Men's Health Advisor (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 2009
Publisher: Belvoir Media Group, LLC
Volume: 11Issue: 10Page: 4(2)

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Shoulder injuries often result in pain and swelling that can limit your range of motion, weaken your shoulder muscles, and cause discomfort at night while you sleep. While approximately 6 million individuals in the US suffer with shoulder injuries, many of them will only find temporary relief with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and cortisone or steroid injections. In some cases, given time and care, a rotator cuff tendon or muscle tear can heal itself. Unfortunately, this method is often a slow process and most likely results in the buildup of scar tissue leaving you with inflexible shoulder tissue that is prone to further injury.

By reading this book, you’ll learn about 3 alternative treatment methods you can use that are proven effective by other sufferers just like you. All 3 therapies are safe, painless and effective…with no harmful side effects. They are much less expensive than constant visits to a doctor or surgery and the technologies have been widely used and accepted by medical professionals for many years.

Read on and find out how to treat your rotator cuff and reduce your pain now! Don’t let your shoulder pain force you to make drastic lifestyle changes, pay far too much for treatment, or put your health at further risk – Take charge of your own health! ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Food & Fitness Advisor, published by Belvoir Media Group, LLC on July 1, 2009. The length of the article is 533 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Protect your rotator cuffs to keep your shoulders in shape.(BODYWORKS)
Author: Unavailable
Publication: Food & Fitness Advisor (Magazine/Journal)
Date: July 1, 2009
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Volume: 12Issue: 7Page: 7(1)

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This digital document is an article from Family Practice News, published by International Medical News Group on August 1, 2010. The length of the article is 429 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Data lacking on best approach for rotator cuff tears.(MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS)(Report)
Author: Sharon Worcester
Publication: Family Practice News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: August 1, 2010
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 40Issue: 13Page: 54(1)

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