Shoulder Replacement Patient Education Pamphlet Shoulder replacement is primarily indicated for shoulder pain that has not responded to non-operative treatment, including physical therapy and medication. Specific indications include: Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Joint Disease) Rheumatoid Arthritis Post-traumatic Arthritis Rotator Cuff Tear Arthropathy Avascular Necrosis (Osteonecrosis) Severe Fractures Failed Previous Shoulder Replacement Surgery In a shoulder replacement, damaged […]
August 26th, 2014 | Published in