Additional Resources:
Arthritis Foundation
American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Shoulder Pain
If you have shoulder pain, it can be difficult to do simple everyday activities: raise your arm, pick up a child, throw a ball, and many others.
Why Does My Shoulder Hurt?
Your shoulder is a flexible joint. When it is injured, the pain can reduce your shoulder’s flexibility and motion significantly. Numerous conditions can cause shoulder problems. Some of these common causes of shoulder pain include tendonitis, bursitis, impingement, osteoarthritis, and cartilage and muscle tears from overuse.
Most shoulder problems fall into four categories:
- Arthritis in the Shoulder
- Shoulder Tendon Inflammation or Shoulder Tendon Tears
- Shoulder Instability or Dislocation
- Shoulder Fracture (broken shoulder bone)
Shoulder Pain Treatment
Bone and Joint Specialists offer a full range of treatments for patients of all ages with all types of shoulder pain and shoulder problems. Shoulder pain treatment options are available for patients with even the most complex diagnosis. From minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques, total joint replacement, or complicated fractures, our shoulder surgeons have the specialized training and experience to treat your shoulder pain.
There are many causes of shoulder joint pain. Early Evaluation and treatment can provide pain relief even without surgery.
Orthopedic Shoulder Specialists
Our shoulder specialists are at the forefront of the latest orthopedic techniques and continue to pioneer new and innovative orthopedic procedures. Offering a full range of cutting-edge shoulder treatments, allows us the most comprehensive approach to shoulder conditions.
Our Shoulder Expert
Dr. Richard Bartholomew
Bone and Joint Specialists Orthopaedic Shoulder Surgeon Dr. Richard Bartholomew is a shoulder expert for the treatment of shoulder pain, shoulder injuries, and shoulder disorders including arthritis and trauma.
Dr. Bartholomew will evaluate and diagnose your shoulder condition and provide a customized treatment plan that is exclusive to you. He will explore conservative nonsurgical methods first, such as physical therapy, including individualized shoulder exercises to relieve your shoulder pain. However, if surgery is necessary to allow you to continue an active lifestyle, Dr. Bartholomew will employ specialized techniques that are minimally invasive and can lead to quicker recovery times.
Shoulder Procedures
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