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Reverse Shoulder Surgery

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Reverse shoulder replacements can be used for people with damage to both the rotator cuff and the cartilage of the shoulder joint. Reverse total shoulder replacement is a complex procedure and is warranted by certain conditions. Pin On Aging Reverse shoulder replacement surgery or a reverse total shoulder replacement are often advised for people who have torn rotator cuffs as well shoulder joints that have been damaged by severe arthritis severe shoulder fractures especially when they involve the glenoid area or when a previous less invasive type of shoulder replacement has failed. Reverse shoulder surgery . If you have a torn rotator cuff and corresponding weakness in your arm you may be a candidate for a reverse shoulder replacement surgery. A reverse shoulder replacement is a treatment option for people with severely damaged shoulder joints. The shoulder joint is made up of the upper arm bone humerus and the shoulder blade scapula. The reverse shoulder replacement chang...