What Is Shoulder Replacement

Shoulder replacement replaces the damaged ball and socket of the shoulder with artificial components to relieve pain and improve motion in advanced arthritis or after certain complex fractures Depending on the condition of the rotator cuff surgeons perform anatomic replacement which mimics normal anatomy or reverse replacement which switches ball and socket positions to rely on different muscles for movement

Indications and Procedure

Indications include painful stiff shoulders from osteoarthritis rheumatoid arthritis avascular necrosis or unreconstructable fractures Under anaesthesia the joint is exposed the diseased humeral head is removed and the glenoid surface is prepared Implants are then fixed with or without cement and soft tissues are balanced to optimise stability and range of motion

Recovery and Benefits

Physiotherapy begins soon after surgery with gentle motion and progresses to strengthening as healing allows Patients typically experience major pain relief and improved ability to perform overhead and daily activities compared with preoperative status

Why Choose Livasa Hospitals for Shoulder Replacement

Livasa Hospitals offer shoulder replacement with orthopaedic teams experienced in both anatomic and reverse designs supported by imaging anaesthesia and rehabilitation services making this specialised surgery accessible to patients from multiple regions of Punjab

Livasa Hospitals Punjab Network Contact

Livasa Healthcare Group Network of Multi speciality Hospitals in Punjab
Corporate Office Phase 8 Industrial Area Sector 73 Punjab 160071 India