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Shoulder Replacement Surgery

Is Surgery Always Necessary for Rotator Cuff Tears?

A rotator cuff tear is a common injury that can cause pain, weakness, and reduced mobility in the shoulder. Although some rotator cuff tears may require surgery, many of these types of injuries can be treated non-surgically and with treatments such as activity modification and physical therapy. The rotator cuff is made up of a

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What Can A Shoulder Surgeon Treat?

Your shoulder is a complex and very mobile joint that allows the arm to move in many directions. This can make it vulnerable to wear and tear injury and conditions such as arthritis. Pain or restricted function in your shoulder can become disabling and prevent you from carrying out normal day to day activities, but

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What to Expect from Shoulder Surgery Recovery

Shoulder replacement surgery is performed on the shoulder joint to treat damage or wear and tear, often as a result of an injury or a condition such as arthritis. During the surgery, all or part of the shoulder joint is replaced with artificial components (prosthetics). The extent of the damage will determine the type of

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Recovery from Shoulder Replacement Surgery

Your shoulders can take a beating. Whether you sustained an injury in your youth, are active in sports, or have an occupation that requires constant movement in your shoulder, you may find yourself in need of shoulder replacement. While there really is no such thing as minor surgery, shoulder replacement is certainly one of the

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Common Types of Shoulder Surgery

The shoulder is one of the most complex joints in the body and is vulnerable to any number of injuries and conditions, from arthritis and dislocation to degenerative disease and tendon tears. Depending on your condition, your orthopedist may recommend more conservative treatments, like rest and physical therapy to help heal the area; if the

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What Does the Rotator Cuff Do?

Whether you’re brushing your teeth, picking up a baby, or simply driving a car, the rotator cuff in your shoulder gets quite a workout all day long. Shoulder pain is probably one of the most natural things that people ignore as resulting from a typical day’s work. There is a group of four muscles and

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When to Get Shoulder Replacement Surgery

If you were advised to get shoulder replacement surgery, you may be wondering if it’s a good idea to keep delaying it. The decision you ultimately make depends on your unique situation. Let’s take a look at what exactly a shoulder replacement surgery is for, when it’s better to put it off for later in

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5 Most Common Reasons for Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is one of the most common sources of discomfort. In fact, it is estimated that as many as 67 percent of people experience it at some point in their lives. That’s because the shoulder is one of the largest joints in your body and, therefore one of the most vulnerable to injury or illness.

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Questions to Ask Your Hand Doctor Before Going Into Surgery

More often than not, mild to moderate hand pain can be relieved through conservative methods such as splinting, exercise, over-the-counter medication, heat and cold compresses, or corticosteroid injections. However, when your pain is severe, and these methods fail to provide relief, your hand doctor may recommend surgery. Here are some of the more pertinent questions

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When Can I Drive After a Shoulder Replacement?

Getting Back Behind the Wheel Following Shoulder Replacement According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), the number of shoulder replacements has increased exponentially in recent years – with statistics reporting 18,000 procedures in 2000, and a staggering 45,000 procedures in 2013. The sizeable Baby Boomer population, combined with their propensity to stay active

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