Shoulder mobility is pivotal to performing daily activities and optimizing fitness routines. However, factors such as arthritis, injury, and overuse can significantly hinder this mobility, impacting quality of life and the ability to engage in physical fitness. Understanding the avenues available for restoring shoulder function is essential for those experiencing limitations due to shoulder issues….
Dealing with shoulder pain and stiffness can make everyday activities challenging. If you or someone you know struggles with shoulder issues, it is important to understand when it might be time to consider shoulder replacement surgery. This treatment can offer a way back to normal life for those whose shoulders no longer function as they…
All joint replacement procedures are complex, and so is shoulder replacement. Shoulder replacement involves removing the worn-out or damaged shoulder joint and replacing it with an artificial one to improve pain and restore the range of motion of the shoulder. Deciding whether to have a shoulder replacement is a collaborative decision between you and your…
Shoulder replacement surgery involves replacing either a portion of or the entire damaged shoulder with prosthesis. Shoulder replacement surgery is typically recommended as a last-resort treatment—when chronic shoulder pain, limited mobility, and other symptoms no longer respond to conservative interventions. If you’re contemplating getting a shoulder replacement to help you restore your normal function and…
Arthritis is estimated to affect 54 million adults and almost 300,00 children in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a division of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS). Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis and is often called simply “arthritis,” and this type…
