If you are dealing with severe shoulder pain and have a compromised rotator cuff tendon, a reverse shoulder joint replacement might be the solution for you. A reverse shoulder replacement places the ball component at the socket and relies on the deltoid muscle for joint movement. A reverse Read More
Reverse Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Replacement: Restore Function & Improve Quality of Life
Whether you're an older adult with shoulder arthritis, an athlete with a sports injury, or someone who loves to work out, shoulder pain can make it hard to do things you normally do. But there is a procedure called shoulder replacement surgery that can help you get back to your normal life without Read More
Managing Pain After Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Undergoing and recovering from orthopedic surgery can seem daunting. However, you can manage post-operative pain you may experience following a complex procedure, such as a reverse shoulder replacement. Managing pain after reverse shoulder replacement surgery is an important factor in your recovery Read More
The Role of Reverse Shoulder Replacement in Rotator Cuff Tears
Rotator cuff tears are a common ailment impacting a wide range of individuals, from athletes to the aging population. When it starts to severely affect your daily life, reverse shoulder joint replacement can be an effective treatment for a mobile and pain-free shoulder. It is time to learn more Read More
Recovery Timeline After Reverse Shoulder Joint Replacement: What to Expect
Have you recently undergone a reverse shoulder joint replacement surgery, or are you considering it as an option? The decision to undergo such a major procedure may come with many questions and uncertainties. However, knowing what to expect afterward can help ease any anxieties and prepare you Read More
Tips on How to Find the Best Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgeons
A reverse shoulder replacement is a surgery that changes the mechanics of your shoulder. It switches the position of the ball and socket parts of the shoulder to improve your range of motion and strength. Patients with irreparable rotator cuff tears or severe arthritis are good candidates for this Read More
Tips to a Successful Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery
A reverse shoulder replacement surgery involves your surgeon replacing the damaged shoulder tissues with prosthetic parts that simply have the ball and the socket in reverse order. This type of surgery is usually recommended for patients who have significant rotator cuff damage. Let’s talk about Read More
What does recovery look like after a reverse shoulder replacement?
Patients considering reverse shoulder replacement surgery may be concerned about what recovery looks like. Reverse shoulder replacement usually requires at least one overnight stay in the hospital and several weeks of recovery. Here’s what you can expect after surgery. In The Recovery Room When Read More
How Does Reverse Shoulder Replacement Work?
Shoulder pain can be caused by many factors but is most common as a result of a sports injury or from a medical condition, such as arthritis. Baseball players, tennis players and swimmers, who perform a lot of repetitive overhead movements with their arms, are more susceptible to shoulder Read More
Treatments for Rotator Cuff Problems
If you are active in sports or work in a profession that requires constant and repetitive motions of the shoulder, chances are high you have at one time injured your rotator cuff. Injuries to your rotator cuff can range from slight inflammation to tears. With a partial tear, the tendon may be torn Read More
