Shoulder Arthroplasty or a shoulder replacement surgery is a procedure where injured or damaged parts of the shoulder are removed and replaced with artificial components, called a prosthesis. It is a highly effective treatment for patients with severe shoulder arthritis or other debilitating shoulder diseases that do not respond to conservative measures. The shoulder joint replacement surgery relieves pain and helps restore motion, strength and function of the shoulder.
The Center for Bone & Joint at Felix Hospital brings the expertise of highly skilled and experienced orthopedic surgeons who specialize in diagnosing as well as providing treatment for a wide spectrum of orthopedic conditions, including the shoulder joint replacement surgery. The team, backed by state-of-the-art facilities, provides advanced, minimally invasive total shoulder replacement surgery, partial shoulder replacement surgery, and reverse shoulder replacement surgery for individuals affected by conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, rotator cuff tear arthropathy, and avascular necrosis. They use the latest technology and work collaboratively with other specialists to ensure the best possible outcomes. The goal of the treatment is not only to replace damaged shoulder joints, but also boost the range of motion, increase strength and reduce pain.
To diagnose shoulder arthritis, an orthopedist will order a series of standard X-rays and CT scans to evaluate a patient's bone integrity. MRI may be ordered to determine the condition of important surrounding soft tissues, such as the rotator cuff tendon. Based on your condition and symptoms, if the doctor suspects there may be nerve damage, an EMG or nerve conduction study may also be ordered.
At Felix Hospital, we provide following types of shoulder replacement surgery:
Total Shoulder Replacement (Standard) : During the surgery, the plastic cup replaces the arthritic joint in the glenoid socket, and a highly polished metal ball is attached to a stem on the humeral side.
The shoulder joint replacement surgery will be planned ahead of time unless there is an emergency. At Felix Hospital, Noida, our specialists take care of some key considerations in preparing a patient for shoulder replacement surgery. They will ensure to take the patient’s personal and family medical history into consideration and will assess the patient's overall health, joint condition, and potential risks.
A week before the surgery, the patient will have to undergo preoperative tests that include lab, diagnostic and imaging tests, like blood tests and X-rays to ensure they are fit for the procedure.
Based on the patient's general health, the surgeon may start or stop certain medications before the procedure. Besides, you will be advised to limit your alcohol intake and quit smoking before the procedure since it can interfere with healing.
A day before the surgery, the anesthesiologist and the surgeon will decide the best suited anesthetic. However, the most common type used is general anesthesia, which involves administering drugs via intravenous (IV) to keep patients calm, comfortable and tired during the surgery.
The recovery process following the shoulder replacement surgery is a crucial phase in ensuring the success of the procedure. At Felix Hospital, we provide postoperative and follow-up care for the smooth recovery to all our patients who have undergone joint replacement surgery.
Soon after the surgery, the patient will be brought to the recovery unit, where our staff and nurses will keep an eye on the vital signs and recuperation. For the shoulder replacement surgery to be successful, we provide post-operative care services. These include:
The Center for Bone & Joint at Felix Hospital provides state-of-the-art facilities catering to the entire spectrum of orthopedic care, ranging from prevention and diagnosis to treatment and rehabilitation.
