Compared to hip and knee arthritis, shoulder arthritis is much less common because our shoulders do not bear as much weight. Regardless, it can be a painful condition, hindering the mobility and function of the shoulder. While there’s no cure for arthritis, many surgical and non-surgical options can help manage or eliminate the symptoms. Let’s
read more »How Shoulder Arthroscopy Can Promote Faster Recovery
The significant advances in surgical technique have ushered in the development of minimally invasive surgical procedures like shoulder arthroscopy, which has been a boon to people who need surgery for their shoulder problems but dread the large incisions and long recovery times associated with the traditional approach. If you’re dealing with persistent pain and quality-of-life
read more »Are You a Candidate for Shoulder Replacement Surgery?
Plagued by shoulder pain and wondering if there’s ever an end to it? Shoulder replacement surgery could be the life-changing solution you’ve been searching for. Shoulder replacement surgery (shoulder arthroplasty) involves your orthopedic surgeon removing and replacing the damaged portions of your shoulder with prosthetic components to address your symptoms and restore your normal function.
read more »How to Choose the Right Shoulder Surgeon
Given the fact that the shoulder is the most mobile but the least stable joint in the body, problems in it are unsurprisingly common. Your best bet if you want to minimize your risk for shoulder problems or to receive the specialized care you need is to work with a shoulder surgeon. As with finding
read more »Welcome to Our Blog
Thank you for visiting our blog. We look forward to connecting with you. Dr. Stephen Jacobsen is excited to bring you the latest information about research and advancements in treating shoulder pain and injuries. This blog will also be used to post updates about our practice and keep in touch with our patients. We invite
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