Shoulder Joint Replacement: A Complete Overview

We are able to move our hands 360 degrees only because of the shoulder. Our shoulder is designed in such a way that it allows the free moment of our arms in different directions. If there is a pain in your shoulder then it may affect the day to day activities adversely; you would not be able to sleep properly, stand properly or hold anything. Initially, the shoulder pain can be treated by painkiller and Physiotherapy but if the condition becomes worse then you have to go for a procedure named shoulder replacement surgery.

What is the Shoulder Joint Replacement?

It is a dedicated procedure in which the surgeon tries to eliminate the source of pain and the dysfunctional parts of the shoulders with artificial components called prostheses.

The common reasons for shoulder replacement

Well, usually you have to go for a shoulder replacement for any reason. It can be an injury or any disease, but if we talk about diseases there are some common diseases which may lead you towards shoulder replacement some of them are-

● Osteoarthritis
● Rotator cuff tear arthropathy
● Avascular necrosis
● Rheumatoid arthritis

The shoulder replacement surgery takes about 3 hours including the time for anesthesia. Most patients have to get medical clearance from their family doctor for this surgery. Post-surgery some injections and oral medicines are provided to reduce the pain and physical therapy is also prescribed to ensure the proper movement of fingers, wrist and elbow. After a few days of surgery, proper movement of the shoulder can be started under the guidance of an experienced physical therapist. The physical therapist designs a program and suggests to the patient proper exercises that need to be done to bring the shoulder into the regular moment. If you are looking for a Shoulder Joint Replacement expert then you may directly contact Dr Gagan deep Anand.