Indications: Shoulder replacement is considered when conservative treatments such as medication, physical therapy, or injections fail to provide adequate relief from shoulder pain and dysfunction. Candidates for shoulder replacement typically have significant pain, stiffness, weakness, and limited mobility that significantly affects their quality of life and daily activities.

Preparation: Before the surgery, patients undergo a thorough evaluation, including imaging studies such as X-rays, CT scans, or MRI to assess the condition of the shoulder joint and surrounding structures. Patients may also undergo pre-operative tests to evaluate their overall health and fitness for surgery.

Recovery and Rehabilitation:

• Recovery and rehabilitation after shoulder replacement typically involve a period of immobilization followed by physical therapy to regain strength, mobility, and function in the operated shoulder.
• Patients are instructed to follow specific post-operative guidelines, including activity restrictions, wound care, pain management, and use of assistive devices such as slings or braces.
• Most patients can expect significant improvement in pain relief and function following shoulder replacement, although the timeline for recovery varies from person to person.