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I recently published a detailed opinion piece in the Journal of Orthopaedic Experience & Innovation on the InSpace balloon. You can read the full peer-reviewed article on the journal’s website here: From My Perspective…InSpace Balloon: Real Solution? Below is a summary of what I found and why it matters for my patients. What Is the … Read more
Do you have shoulder arthritis and want to learn more about non-surgical options for managing your pain? The UBMD Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Upper Extremity Team is currently recruiting volunteers for a clinical research study examining how physical therapy and home exercise affect patients with shoulder arthritis. This study may be of particular interest to … Read more
The American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) Foundation uses seed grants to fuel the research that improves patient care. In this short video, Dr. Matthew DiPaola uses a simple garden analogy—planting garlic cloves in the fall that grow into full heads by summer—to show how small, early investments lead to meaningful advances in shoulder and … Read more
Setting up a patient safely and efficiently in the beach chair position can make or break a shoulder case—especially in fast-paced ORs. Based on a recent teaching video we shared, this practical guide walks through our approach to beach chair positioning using the Tenet/T-Max-style beach chair bed and the Smith & Nephew Spider arm holder. … Read more
A Step-by-Step Breakdown with Dr. Matt DiPaola Understanding your shoulder condition starts with a thorough physical exam. In this instructional video, Dr. Matt DiPaola demonstrates how an orthopedic shoulder specialist approaches a shoulder exam to diagnose problems with accuracy and clarity. If you are a medical professional learning the fundamentals or a patient preparing for … Read more
Understanding Frozen Shoulder, Rotator Cuff Tears, and Shoulder Arthritis from a Surgeon Who Treats It All Shoulder pain affects millions of people, but no two cases are exactly alike. In this video presentation, Dr. Matthew DiPaola—an orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow care—explains why personalized treatment matters and walks through three common shoulder conditions … Read more