Caleb Davis, M.D. Shoulder Surgeon

Orthopedic Shoulder Surgeon | Helping people move, lift, and live without pain | Passionate about education, wellness, and innovation

[Caleb Davis, M.D. Shoulder Surgeon @calebdavismd]

Comparative Review of Superior Capsule Reconstruction and Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tear.
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[Caleb Davis, M.D. Shoulder Surgeon @calebdavismd]

People think of the biceps as an arm muscle, but the anatomy is more interesting than that.

Clinically, we often think of:

distal biceps tendon at the radius

long head traveling through the bicipital groove

short head attaching to the coracoid/conjoint tendon

The long head is usually the bigger shoulder pain generator.

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Patient psychology matters: Lessons learned from the MOON Shoulder Group.
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Non-Surgical Treatments for Rotator Cuff Tears.
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If your shoulder keeps popping out, it’s rarely just a labral tear.

Anterior instability =
• Torn labral “bumper”
• Stretched inferior glenohumeral ligament
Surgical repair restores the bumper AND tightens the capsule (capsulorrhaphy) to eliminate anterior dead space.
Stability requires both.

[Caleb Davis, M.D. Shoulder Surgeon @calebdavismd]

If you’ve dislocated your shoulder many times… you likely have bone loss.

Every anterior dislocation risks:

– Bigger Hill-Sachs defect
– Glenoid erosion
– Progressive instability
In contact athletes, I get a CT.
Why?

Because bone loss changes the surgery.

~20% glenoid bone loss = soft tissue repair alone likely fails.

That’s when we discuss:

• Latarjet
• Distal tibial allograft

Recurrent instability isn’t just a labrum problem.

It becomes a bone problem.
Fix it early.

[Caleb Davis, M.D. Shoulder Surgeon @calebdavismd]

Shoulder Pain When Throwing a Ball.
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Sharp pop in your elbow while lifting?

Think distal biceps tendon tear.

Red flags:
• Immediate pain/swelling
• Bruising
• Rapid strength loss (especially palm-up rotation)
Not everyone gets the classic “Popeye” deformity.
Delay makes repair harder. Get it evaluated early.
#Orthopedics #ElbowInjury #DistalBiceps

[Caleb Davis, M.D. Shoulder Surgeon @calebdavismd]

MRI clue for frozen shoulder:

• Thickened rotator interval
• Loss of axillary recess (“extra capsule” at bottom of humeral head)
That recess is required for motion. When it disappears, motion disappears.

Not typical of rotator cuff or labral tears.

Classic adhesive capsulitis.

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That “oh stop!” feeling when your arm is up and rotated back?

Classic anterior shoulder instability.

Apprehension Test = shoulder feels like it will pop out.
Relocation Test = stabilizing pressure makes it feel better.
That’s labral instability in real time.

#Orthopedics #ShoulderPain #SportsMedicine

[Caleb Davis, M.D. Shoulder Surgeon @calebdavismd]

The shoulder socket is incredibly shallow — more “golf tee” than deep cup.

The labrum is a 360° cartilage ring that:
• Deepens the socket
• Anchors stabilizing ligaments
• Helps prevent instability
Tear it? That’s when shoulder instability starts.
Simple anatomy. Big consequences.
#ShoulderInstability #Labrum #Orthopedics #SportsInjury

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Clinical Challenges in Managing Shoulder Osteoarthritis and Suprascapular Neuropathy.
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⚠️ The #1 Mistake After Shoulder Surgery (It’s Not Your Shoulder) https://t.co/Oa6ufryqPC via @YouTube

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Ulnar Nerve Lesions: Causes and Treatments of Nerve Damage.
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Winter Falls = Serious Injuries | Orthopedic Surgeon Explains https://t.co/JJLHTMSayW via @YouTube

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Treatment Options for Calcific Tendonitis of the Shoulder.
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[Caleb Davis, M.D. Shoulder Surgeon @calebdavismd]

If you ever feel a sudden pop in your elbow,
it could be a distal biceps tear.

Follow for more shoulder & elbow education.
For even more valuable tips from the experts, tune in to The Shoulder Blueprint Podcast.

#DistalBicepsTear #ElbowInjury #OrthopedicSurgeon #InjuryEducation

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When done correctly, rows train scapular retraction and control,
which are essential for shoulder stability and long-term health.

It’s not just a back exercise.
It’s a shoulder health exercise too.

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Want healthier shoulders?
Start training the area most people ignore: the scapula.
When the scapula moves better the shoulder follows.

Follow for more shoulder education.
For even more valuable tips from the experts, tune in to The Shoulder Blueprint Podcast.

#ShoulderHealth

[Caleb Davis, M.D. Shoulder Surgeon @calebdavismd]

Here’s how I repair a rotator cuff tear from start to finish.

Follow for more shoulder education.
For even more valuable tips from the experts, tune in to The Shoulder Blueprint Podcast.

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