Shoulder replacement surgery is an option for treatment of severe arthritis of the shoulder joint. Arthritis is a condition that affects the cartilage of the joints. As the cartilage lining wears away, the protective lining between the bones is lost. When this happens, painful bone-on-bone arthritis develops. Severe shoulder arthritis is quite painful, and can cause restriction of motion.
The primary goal of shoulder replacement surgery is pain relief, with a secondary benefit of restoring motion, strength, and function.
Types of shoulder implants
The humeral component. This part replaces the head of the humerus. It is usually made of cobalt or chromium-based alloys and has a rounded ball attached to a stem that can be inserted into the bone.
The glenoid component. This component replaces the glenoid cavity. It is made of very high-density polyethelene.
Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery
The Reverse Shoulder Prosthesis replaces the damaged joint. The metal-and-polyethylene implant mimics the anatomy of the natural shoulder, but provides a deeper socket to stabilize the joint. The implant is designed to compensate for the damaged rotator cuff and help reduce the painful symptoms of arthritis.
A physical therapist will see you the day after surgery to begin your rehabilitation program. Therapy treatments will gradually improve the movement in your shoulder. A careful, well-planned rehabilitation program is also critical to the success of a shoulder replacement.
Shoulder Replacement at Vejthani Hospital improves your quality of life after shoulder replacement surgery. Our modernize-technology and well-skilled surgeons will help you recover fast from shoulder pain. It will also improve motion, strength and better function.