Mr Huw Pullen
Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Self-pay/Insured
Shoulder replacement surgery
Shoulder replacement surgery
Shoulder replacement or ‘arthroplasty’ is the most common and successful operation for arthritis. Similar to hip replacement and knee replacement it involves removing the arthritic joint surfaces and replacing them with a metal or plastic ‘prosthesis’ or implant.
The shoulder can suffer from several types of arthritis e.g. inflammatory arthritis, osteoarthritis and cuff tear arthritis. The type of arthritis you have will determine the type of replacement or prosthesis you have.
Shoulder replacement is a very effective operation, with a long track record of success, though, like all major surgery, there are risks such as infection, fracture and dislocation. Your surgeon will discuss the type of replacement and the relevant risks with you before deciding on any operation.
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Mr Andrew Chambler
Orthopaedic Surgeon & Shoulder Specialist
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Self-pay/Insured
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