Guerrero Rehabilitation

08/30/2026

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Former Cedar Creek star….thats a 540 lb bench press!!

08/28/2026

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08/22/2026

WHAT IS A REVERSE SHOULDER REPLACEMENT?

A reverse shoulder replacement is a surgery that switches the normal ball-and-socket positions of the shoulder joint.

In a healthy shoulder, the ball is located at the top of the upper-arm bone, and the socket is part of the shoulder blade. With a reverse shoulder replacement:

🔹 A metal ball is attached to the shoulder blade
🔹 A new socket is placed on top of the upper-arm bone

Why reverse the joint?

A traditional shoulder replacement relies heavily on the rotator cuff muscles to move and stabilize the arm. When the rotator cuff is severely torn or no longer functioning well, a traditional replacement may not provide enough stability or movement.

The reverse design allows the deltoid muscle to perform more of the work normally handled by the rotator cuff.

A reverse shoulder replacement may be considered for:

✅ Severe rotator cuff tear arthropathy
✅ Advanced shoulder arthritis with a large rotator cuff tear
✅ Certain complex shoulder fractures
✅ A failed previous shoulder replacement
✅ Significant joint damage with loss of shoulder function

The primary goals are usually to reduce pain and improve the ability to use the arm during everyday activities. Recovery requires protection of the surgical tissues followed by a gradual rehabilitation program based on the surgeon’s specific protocol.

For more orthopedic rehabilitation information, check out Chad’s YouTube channel, ChadGOrthoOT—the largest orthopedic occupational therapy channel in the world on YouTube!

https://www.youtube.com/

This post is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Surgical recommendations and rehabilitation timelines should be individualized by your surgeon and rehabilitation professional.

08/20/2026

WHAT IS A REVERSE SHOULDER REPLACEMENT?

A reverse shoulder replacement is a surgery that switches the normal ball-and-socket positions of the shoulder joint.

In a healthy shoulder, the ball is located at the top of the upper-arm bone, and the socket is part of the shoulder blade. With a reverse shoulder replacement:

🔹 A metal ball is attached to the shoulder blade
🔹 A new socket is placed on top of the upper-arm bone

Why reverse the joint?

A traditional shoulder replacement relies heavily on the rotator cuff muscles to move and stabilize the arm. When the rotator cuff is severely torn or no longer functioning well, a traditional replacement may not provide enough stability or movement.

The reverse design allows the deltoid muscle to perform more of the work normally handled by the rotator cuff.

A reverse shoulder replacement may be considered for:

✅ Severe rotator cuff tear arthropathy
✅ Advanced shoulder arthritis with a large rotator cuff tear
✅ Certain complex shoulder fractures
✅ A failed previous shoulder replacement
✅ Significant joint damage with loss of shoulder function

The primary goals are usually to reduce pain and improve the ability to use the arm during everyday activities. Recovery requires protection of the surgical tissues followed by a gradual rehabilitation program based on the surgeon’s specific protocol.

For more orthopedic rehabilitation information, check out Chad’s YouTube channel, ChadGOrthoOT—the largest orthopedic occupational therapy channel in the world on YouTube!

https://www.youtube.com/

This post is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Surgical recommendations and rehabilitation timelines should be individualized by your surgeon and rehabilitation professional.



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Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement: First 2 Weeks of TherapyThis ...

08/04/2026

Dry Needling

🪡 What Is Dry Needling?

Dry needling is a treatment technique performed by specially trained healthcare professionals that uses a very thin, sterile needle to target muscles, connective tissue, and myofascial trigger points. The goal is to help reduce pain, improve mobility, decrease muscle tension, and restore normal movement.

Dry needling may be beneficial for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including:

✅ Neck and back pain
✅ Shoulder pain
✅ Tennis or golfer’s elbow
✅ Hip and knee pain
✅ Plantar fasciitis
✅ Sciatica-related muscle tightness
✅ Tendinopathies
✅ Muscle strains and overuse injuries
✅ Headaches related to muscle tension

At Guerrero Rehabilitation, dry needling is incorporated into a comprehensive rehabilitation program when clinically appropriate. It is not a stand-alone treatment but one tool that may help improve movement and support recovery alongside exercise, manual therapy, and patient education.

👨‍⚕️ Chad Guerrero, OT, is full-body certified in dry needling, allowing treatment of the upper extremities, lower extremities, and spine when indicated as part of an individualized plan of care.

If you’re struggling with persistent muscle tightness, pain, or limited movement, we can help determine whether dry needling may be appropriate for you.

📞 Call us at 318-649-5111 or send us a message to schedule an evaluation or learn more about whether dry needling is right for you.

Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Dry needling is not appropriate for everyone. A comprehensive evaluation by a qualified healthcare professional is necessary to determine whether it is indicated for your specific condition.

08/02/2026

🤕 Neck Pain & Headaches: What’s the Connection?

Did you know that your neck may actually be the source of your headache?

The upper cervical spine, muscles, joints, and nerves all work closely together. When these structures become irritated or stiff, pain can be referred from the neck into the back of the head, temples, forehead, or even behind the eyes. These are commonly called cervicogenic headaches.

Common contributors include:

✅ Poor posture (especially prolonged computer or phone use)

✅ Tight muscles in the upper neck and shoulders

✅ Stiff cervical joints

✅ Weak deep neck flexor and scapular muscles

✅ Arthritis or degenerative changes in the cervical spine

Common Symptoms

• Pain that begins in the neck and travels into the head

• Headaches that worsen with certain neck movements or prolonged positions

• Neck stiffness or reduced range of motion

• Pain on one side of the head (though it can occur on both sides)

• Tenderness in the upper neck or base of the skull

What Can Help?

Research and clinical practice guidelines support conservative treatments such as:

✔️ Improving posture and workstation ergonomics

✔️ Gentle neck and upper thoracic mobility exercises

✔️ Strengthening the deep neck flexors and shoulder blade muscles

✔️ Manual therapy when appropriate

✔️ Staying active and gradually returning to normal activities

While not every headache comes from the neck, identifying the underlying cause is important because treatment strategies can differ significantly.

⚠️ Seek immediate medical evaluation if your headache is sudden and severe (“the worst headache of your life”), follows significant trauma, is associated with fever, confusion, vision changes, difficulty speaking, weakness, numbness, loss of coordination, or other neurological symptoms.

Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. If your symptoms persist, worsen, or you’re unsure of the cause of your headache, consult a qualified healthcare professional for a thorough evaluation.

📞 Questions or need an evaluation? Call Guerrero Rehabilitation at 318-649-5111 or send us a message.

08/02/2026

🪡 What Is Dry Needling?

Dry needling is a treatment technique performed by specially trained healthcare professionals that uses a very thin, sterile needle to target muscles, connective tissue, and myofascial trigger points. The goal is to help reduce pain, improve mobility, decrease muscle tension, and restore normal movement.

Dry needling may be beneficial for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including:

✅ Neck and back pain
✅ Shoulder pain
✅ Tennis or golfer’s elbow
✅ Hip and knee pain
✅ Plantar fasciitis
✅ Sciatica-related muscle tightness
✅ Tendinopathies
✅ Muscle strains and overuse injuries
✅ Headaches related to muscle tension

At Guerrero Rehabilitation, dry needling is incorporated into a comprehensive rehabilitation program when clinically appropriate. It is not a stand-alone treatment but one tool that may help improve movement and support recovery alongside exercise, manual therapy, and patient education.

👨‍⚕️ Chad Guerrero, OT, is full-body certified in dry needling, allowing treatment of the upper extremities, lower extremities, and spine when indicated as part of an individualized plan of care.

If you’re struggling with persistent muscle tightness, pain, or limited movement, we can help determine whether dry needling may be appropriate for you.

📞 Call us at 318-649-5111 or send us a message to schedule an evaluation or learn more about whether dry needling is right for you.

Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Dry needling is not appropriate for everyone. A comprehensive evaluation by a qualified healthcare professional is necessary to determine whether it is indicated for your specific condition.

08/01/2026

https://youtu.be/hn0kN7YtXao?is=Rf52SCjiNsAk651H



Education Only

🦴 Drop Arm Test (Rotator Cuff Assessment) – What Does It Assess?T...

07/22/2026

https://youtu.be/3cSF-zrf_Lg?is=lFf5KZ6MpzAZUyoI



Education Only

💪 WHAT IS THE ROTATOR CUFF?The rotator cuff is a group of 4 muscl...

07/18/2026

https://youtu.be/bU_4s1JVfCs?is=rLjYiYQhPt6zmYse



Education only

🧠 Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylalgia) is an overuse condition inv...