A busy mountain rescue team in Eryri (Snowdonia) has noted a peculiar trend with its call-outs. Going back more than 40 years, one particular date stands out for the number of rescues recorded.

Shoulder blade pain is commonly caused by a muscle strain but can also arise from rotator cuff tears, joint conditions like osteoarthritis, and acute shoulder injuries. In rare cases, the pain may ...

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A ramp lesion tear often occurs with other injuries, though, notably the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear. Repair also is recommended when the lesion is larger than 2 centimeters in length. 7.