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    Rotator cuff injuries don't just happen to major league baseball players -- they send 5 million people to the doctor every year, and the risk of injury increases as we age. There's a new procedure that aims to relieve pain and restore movement by changing the way the shoulder works.   Read More >
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    Two million people visit the doctor every year because of pain from ankle arthritis or fractures. For some, ankle fusion was the only option to ease the pain, but it made the ankle stiff. A personalized ankle replacement could be the answer for those who want to put some spring back in their step.   Read More >
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