Shoulder Replacement: Recovery, What to Expect | 合法醫療器材資訊網

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Shoulder replacement surgery involves removing damaged areas of your shoulder and replacing them with artificial parts. The procedure is performed to relieve pain and improve mobility.

You might need a shoulder replacement if you have severe arthritis[1] or a fracture in your shoulder joint[2]. About 53,000[3] people in the United States have shoulder replacement surgery each year.

Read on to learn more about how this surgery is performed and what your recovery will be like.

Who’s a good candidate for this procedure? | Candidates

Shoulder replacement surgery is usually recommended for people who have severe pain in their shoulder and have found little or no relief from more conservative treatments.

Some conditions ...