Therapy & Activity Modification
Strengthening and movement strategies for early arthritis.
Shoulder
Shoulder Arthritis: Symptoms, Causes and Diagnosis in Beckley, WV
Shoulder arthritis causes progressive pain and stiffness. Dr. Stapleton manages it nonsurgically before considering shoulder replacement for advanced disease.
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- !Deep shoulder pain with activity and at rest
- !Stiffness and reduced range of motion
- !Grinding or catching with movement
- !Night pain
- !Weakness with overhead activity
What Causes This?
- •Cartilage wear over time
- •Prior shoulder fracture or dislocation
- •Large rotator cuff tears over time
- •Inflammatory arthritis
Treatment Approaches
Injection
Image-guided injection for significant flares.
Shoulder Replacement
Anatomic or reverse replacement for advanced arthritis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between anatomic and reverse shoulder replacement?▾
Anatomic replacement restores the normal ball-and-socket. Reverse replacement changes the geometry so the shoulder can function when the rotator cuff is deficient. Dr. Stapleton determines which is appropriate.
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