Expert Care for Your Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain can be caused be arthritis or an injury such as a torn rotator cuff, fracture or dislocation. Severe shoulder pain or instability can lead to the inability to perform even simple tasks like combing one’s hair. At Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Plymouth (BID Plymouth), our orthopedic specialists have extensive experience treating shoulder arthritis, often prescribing physical therapy, RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevate) treatment principles or medications which can help reduce symptoms of swelling, pain and stiffness. When these treatments don’t bring relief, surgery may be recommended.
Orthopedic Surgery To Treat Shoulder Pain
Technological advancements in shoulder surgery can greatly reduce complications and help facilitate a faster recovery. One such procedure, a reverse shoulder replacement surgery, has helped those patients who have had failed shoulder replacement surgery in the past. Less invasive treatments, such as shoulder arthroscopy, have also proven to be successful in helping patients regain their range-of-motion.
Our surgeons perform the following orthopedic procedures for the shoulder:
- Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery
- Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Minimally-Invasive Shoulder Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Schedule a Consultation Today
To learn more about treatment options for shoulder pain or to schedule a consultation, please call Plymouth Bay Orthopedic Associates at 781-934-2400.