Dr. Albert R. Swafford

Orthopedic Surgeon & Treatment of The Upper Extremity

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What is Trigger Finger Release?

Rotator Cuff Tears

Your shoulder is a ball and socket joint that allows your arm to move freely in many directions. The joint is held in place by your rotator cuff, a group of four muscles and their tendons. Covering the upper end of the humerus, which is the top bone in your arm, these muscles help to […]

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Treatments for Shoulder Pain

Rotator Cuff Tears

Shoulder pain is one of the most common reasons why people visit our office. Some people have shoulder pain that stems from an actual problem with their shoulder. For others, their shoulder pain may be a symptom of something going on in another part of the body. It could be a symptom of a musculoskeletal […]

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Treating Rotator Cuff Injuries: Things to Consider

Rotator Cuff Tears

When talking about rotator cuff injuries, you most commonly hear about a rotator cuff tear. A rotator cuff tear may happen as a result of a one-time injury. Maybe it happened because you fell or you hurt yourself while you were working or playing sports, or it could have happened as a result of normal […]

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How Can Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery Benefit Me?

Rotator Cuff Tears

The human hand is an absolute wonder of design. It has amazing dexterity, and it has the ability to do hard work or to pick up something that is fine and delicate. Something that surprises most people is that their fingers have absolutely no muscles. Their fingers work like puppets on a string. All of […]

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Improve Your Quality of Life with Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery

Rotator Cuff Tears

Carpal tunnel syndrome can cause a lot of pain and produce many undesirable symptoms. If you’ve tried non-surgical treatments for the condition and they haven’t provided relief for the symptoms, then it might be time to consider a surgical option. A treatment option that is worth considering is carpal tunnel release surgery, which is designed […]

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Symptoms of a Dislocated Shoulder

Rotator Cuff Tears

You’re out playing sports with your friends. It was supposed to be a friendly game. However, competition got the better of everyone, and you found yourself on the floor with all of your friends piled on top of you. As the last friend jumps on the pile, you hear your shoulder pop. The pain is […]

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Seeking Professional Treatment for Rotator Cuff Tears

Rotator Cuff Tears

Your shoulder is a marvelous piece of design. It allows your arm to move up and down, it allows your arm to twist, and it provides the strength needed to stabilize whatever you have in your hand. A lot of the mobility that you have in your shoulder is thanks to your rotator cuff. Your […]

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Common Causes of Rotator Cuff Tears

Rotator Cuff Tears

Your shoulder is a ball and socket joint that allows your arm to move freely in many directions. The joint is held in place by your rotator cuff, a group of four muscles and their tendons. Covering the upper end of the humerus, which is the top bone in your arm, these muscles help to […]

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Welcome to the Practice of Albert Swafford M.D.

My Mission Provide quality medical care of the upper extremity with compassion. I am very fortunate to practice my specialty. My focus of practice is limited. This allows me to have greater knowledge of the conditions I treat and to be able to focus on what I do treat. About Me I am a Board […]

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Dr. Albert Swafford M.D., Inc
2731 H Street, Suite A
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Phone: (661) 742-1940
Fax: (661) 493-0049

Recent Posts

  • Seeking Professional Treatment for Rotator Cuff Tears
  • Common Causes of Rotator Cuff Tears
  • Welcome to the Practice of Albert Swafford M.D.
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