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Shoulder Surgery

Postoperative Care at Home: Setting the Stage for Successful Healing

Are you having upper extremity surgery like shoulder surgery? You want to do everything you can to maximize your healing process. How you handle your postoperative care at home during the recovery period impacts your recovery. Your orthopedic doctor will instruct you about wound care, pain management, and physical therapy. In this blog, we will

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Shoulder Instability: Surgical Solutions for Joint Stabilization

Shoulder instability is a condition characterized by the abnormal movement of the shoulder joint due to the separation of the humeral head from the glenoid. This can occur when the structures that support and stabilize the shoulder, from the ligaments to the labrum and capsule, become damaged from tearing or detachment. There are surgical solutions

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Rotator Cuff Repair: Surgical Techniques and Recovery

The rotator cuff in the shoulder consists of four different muscles and tendons that work together to stabilize the upper arm bone (humerus) in the shoulder socket. These muscles and tendons can become injured or torn due to overuse, aging or a sudden injury from a fall or collision. Sometimes, people require surgery to regain

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Innovations in Shoulder Surgery: Advancements and Breakthroughs

Joint injuries are common musculoskeletal problems, especially when it comes to the shoulder. Whether you’re an athlete or a person who deals with a chronicjoint condition, shoulder pain can impact your daily life. However, thanks to advancements in technology and surgery, there is hope for overcoming shoulder issues. Here are some of the recent advancements

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Preparing For Shoulder Surgery: Preoperative Instructions and Tips

When it’s time for shoulder surgery, you have questions about preparing for your procedure. Whether you need arthroscopic repair to stabilize this complex joint, shoulder replacement, or something else, good preparation leads to a successful outcome. Here is what you can do to get ready for shoulder surgery. Tip #1 Understand Your Diagnosis and Why

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Indications For Shoulder Surgery: When Is it Necessary?

What would you do without your shoulder joints? They help you carry, reach, lift, throw a ball and so much more. If pain, poor range of motion and other symptoms are limiting your life, it may be time to consider shoulder surgery. Below is information on the most common operative procedures and when it may

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The Role of Physical Therapy in Recovery of Shoulder Surgery

Shoulder surgery can be a daunting experience. However, the path to recovery doesn’t end in the operating room – it’s just the beginning. Physical therapy plays a pivotal role in helping patients regain strength, mobility, and function in their shoulder after surgery. It’s a journey from the initial post-surgery pain to the final stages of

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When Is Reverse Shoulder Replacement Recommended?

Imagine having a shoulder that’s in constant pain or can’t move properly – it affects everything from dressing to reaching for a cup in the kitchen cupboard. There’s a special kind of surgery that can help in certain shoulder cases, known as reverse shoulder replacement. This surgery is different from the usual shoulder replacement and

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Shoulder Surgery in Athletes: Challenges and Considerations

Shoulder injuries are common in sports, from contact sports to sports that require a lot of overhead motions, ball-throwing, and shoulder swinging. A shoulder injury means time off for athletes for a full recovery and a safe return to play. Your orthopedic doctor may recommend shoulder surgery to repair the damage in the shoulder and

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The Role of Physical Therapy in Shoulder Surgery Recovery

The road to recovery from shoulder surgery usually includes physical therapy. After surgery, it is normal to experience stiffness and weakness, and some of the goals of physical therapy are to slowly restore the shoulder’s strength and range of motion. Patients go into surgery to see improvements in shoulder function. Patients who are committed to their

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