Shoulder Surgery
Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder pain is an extremely common complaint from patients, and there are many common causes of this problem. It is important to make an accurate diagnosis of the cause of your symptoms so that appropriate treatment can be directed at the cause.
These implants are made of metals, plastics, or other materials and are crafted for individual fit. The main goal of the shoulder replacement surgery is to reduce pain, weakness, and stiffness in the shoulder and regain the lost shoulder function to the maximum.
How are shoulder problems diagnosed?
The following test can diagnose shoulder problems.
- X-rays: Electromagnetic test that will identify injuries to the bones of your shoulder joint. This includes fractures as well as complete bone breaks.
- MRI: Images produced through a magnetic resonance imaging test give medical professionals a better look at soft tissue injuries.
- CT scan: Specialized X-ray devices are used to obtain this cross-sectional view of the shoulder. The scan will help doctors in determining bone and soft tissue damage.
- EMG: An electromyogram is frequently recommended when there is a possibility of nerve damage causing your shoulder pain and weakness.
- Arthroscopy: When all else fails, doctors may use this surgical procedure to insert a fiber-optic camera into the joint.
Benefits of shoulder replacement surgery
Below are the benefits that a shoulder replacement provides:
- Relief from severe pain and discomfort.
- Allows the patient to gain full shoulder motion
- Eases one in normal activities which otherwise is difficult or not possible.
- It is beneficial for professionals like sports persons who have a career depend on it.
- The shoulder replacement surgery has a very good success rate. Most patients experience pain-free functioning, enabling them to exercise the shoulder to restore strength and motion.
Do’s and Dont’s
- Don’t use the arm to push yourself up in bed or from a chair because this requires forceful contraction of muscles.
- Do follow the program of home exercises prescribed for you. You may need to do the exercises 2 to 3 times a day for a month or more.
- Don’t overdo it. Early overuse of the shoulder may result in severe limitations in motion.
- Don’t lift anything heavy for the first 2 to 4 weeks after surgery.
- Do ask for assistance whenever required
- Do avoid placing your arm in any extreme position, such as straight out to the side or behind your body for the first 6 weeks after surgery.
The specialized trauma care services at the Unit are
- Management of polytrauma with the help of modern instrumentation.
- Fixation of fractures using interlocking nails and locking plates.
- Pelvic and Ace tabular Fracture Management
- Conventional and Ilizarov External Fixators
- Bone Transport for gap non-union, Limb Lengthening