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Experiencing shoulder pain? Our orthopaedic surgeons specialise in preventative care, treatment and rehabilitation for shoulder pain.

In their own words

Shoulder explained

Written by their clinicians. Longer reading than the lists above, for when you want to know what a procedure actually involves.

  • Shoulder resurfacing

    Shoulder resurfacing involves replacing damaged or diseased cartilage and bone of the shoulder joint with artificial implants.

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  • Frozen shoulder

    Frozen shoulder is a condition that involves stiffness and moderate to severe pain in the shoulder joint.

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  • Shoulder arthroscopy

    A shoulder arthroscopy is a surgical keyhole procedure used to inspect, diagnose and treat ailments of the shoulder joint.

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  • Shoulder impingement bursitis rotator cuff tendonitis

    Shoulder impingement occurs when a shoulder’s rotator cuff tendons are regularly jammed and compressed during movement.

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A sportsmed shoulder surgeon at his desk in a consulting room

Injuries and conditions we see

Broken Bones and Injuries

  • Broken collarbone
  • Dislocated shoulder
  • Rotator cuff tear
  • AC joint injury

Conditions

  • Frozen shoulder
  • Rotator cuff pathology
  • Shoulder arthritis
  • Shoulder bursitis/impingement
  • Shoulder instability/dislocation

Treatment options

  • Arthritis surgery
  • Arthroscopic surgery of the rotator cuff and instability
  • Shoulder arthroscopy
  • Shoulder reconstruction
  • Shoulder resurfacing
  • Reverse total shoulder replacement
  • Total shoulder replacement
  • Trauma and fracture management

Treatment methods and outcomes vary from patient to patient. Ask when you book.

Shoulder pain?One call reaches the surgeons and the allied health team.

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