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Shoulder Arthritis

Shoulder arthritis happens when the smooth cartilage that lines the bones in your shoulder wears away, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced movement.

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Shoulder Arthritis:

  • What Is Shoulder Arthritis?

Shoulder arthritis happens when the smooth cartilage that lines the bones in your shoulder wears away, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced movement.

Your shoulder has two main joints:

  • 1. Glenohumeral joint– where the upper arm bone meets the shoulder blade (main ball-and-socket joint)
  • 2. Acromioclavicular (AC) joint– where the collarbone meets the top of the shoulder blade

Arthritis can affect one or both joints.

  • 🧊 What Causes It?

There are several types of shoulder arthritis:

  • 1. Osteoarthritis (Wear-and-Tear Arthritis)
  • Most common type
  • Happens with age or overuse
  • Cartilage wears down over time
  • 2. Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • An autoimmune condition where the body attacks its own joints
  • Causes pain, swelling, and joint damage
  • 3. Post-Traumatic Arthritis
  • Develops after an injury like a fracture or dislocation
  • 4. Rotator Cuff Tear Arthropathy
  • Happens when a large, long-standing rotator cuff tear causes changes in the joint
  • ⚠️ Common Symptoms
  • Shoulder painthat worsens with movement or at night
  • Stiffnessor trouble lifting your arm
  • Clicking or grindingsounds when moving the shoulder
  • Swelling or tenderness
  • Loss of strength
  • 🩺 How Is It Diagnosed?

Your doctor will:

  • Ask about your symptoms and history
  • Do a physical examto check your movement and pain
  • Take X-raysto look for joint space narrowing, bone spurs, or other changes
  • Sometimes an MRIor CT scan is needed for more detail
  • 💪 How Is It Treated?
  • 🟢 Non-Surgical Treatment (First Step):
  • Pain medication(like NSAIDs)
  • Activity modification– avoid painful movements
  • Physical therapyto improve strength and flexibility
  • Cortisone injectionsto reduce inflammation
  • Heat or ice therapy
  • 🔵 Surgical Options (If pain persists):
  • Arthroscopic debridement– cleaning the joint through small incisions
  • Shoulder replacement (Arthroplasty)– replacing part or all of the joint
  • Total shoulder replacementfor glenohumeral arthritis
  • Reverse shoulder replacementfor rotator cuff tear arthropathy
  • 🧠 Tips for Managing Shoulder Arthritis
  • Stay active with gentle shoulder movements
  • Avoid lifting heavy objects overhead
  • Use heat before exercise and ice after if sore
  • Maintain good posture
  • Follow your therapist’s home exercise plan

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Commonly done treatment methods for shoulder issues:

Physiotherapy Services: Tailored rehabilitation programs with individualized care.

  • Injections:
  • Platelet-rich plasma (PRP)
  • Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate (BMAC)
  • Anti-inflammatory injections
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy (Keyhole Surgery):

Minimally invasive procedures for conditions like rotator cuff tears, instability, and early arthritis.

  • Shoulder Replacement Surgery:

Reverse and total replacements for arthritis and complex fractures.

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Dr. Girinivasan Chellamuthu is an accomplished orthopaedic surgeon specialising in Sports Surgeries,  Upper Limb Surgeries and Complex Trauma Cases. Renowned for his patient-centred approach, he is deeply invested in advancing regenerative orthopaedic solutions and translational research to enhance outcomes and patient care.

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