Shoulder
Treatment Options
We offer a full spectrum of treatment options, from conservative management to advanced surgical interventions. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures that each patient receives the most appropriate care for their specific condition.
Joint Replacement Surgery
Partial Shoulder Replacement (Hemiarthroplasty) Replacement of only the humeral head portion of the joint, appropriate for certain fractures or specific types of arthritis.
Advanced Surgical Treatments
Rotator Cuff Repair (RCR) Advanced arthroscopic and open techniques to repair torn rotator cuff tendons using the latest suture anchor technology and biological augmentation techniques.
Capsular Repair and Capsular Shift Surgical techniques to tighten and repair the shoulder capsule for improved stability.
Non-Surgical Treatments
Other Injections Treatments that supplement the natural lubricating fluid in arthritic joints, providing significant pain relief and improved function for patients with shoulder arthritis.
Common Shoulder Conditions
Degenerative and Inflammatory Conditions
Shoulder Arthritis Degenerative joint disease affecting the shoulder that causes significant pain, stiffness, and loss of function. We treat all forms of shoulder arthritis with both conservative and advanced surgical approaches.
Rotator Cuff Tendonitis Inflammation of the rotator cuff tendons, one of the most common causes of shoulder pain, often develops from repetitive overhead activities or age-related degeneration.
Biceps Tendonitis Inflammation of the biceps tendon as it passes through the shoulder joint, causing anterior shoulder pain that worsens with overhead activities.
Fractures and Trauma
Proximal Humerus Fractures Fractures of the upper portion of the arm bone near the shoulder joint, ranging from simple to complex multi-part fractures requiring sophisticated surgical reconstruction.
Instability, Impingement, and Injury
SLAP (Superior Labrum Anterior to Posterior) Tears Injury involving damage to the labrum at the top of the shoulder socket, common in athletes with repetitive overhead motions.
Shoulder Separation Injury to the acromioclavicular (AC) joint requires expert evaluation and treatment planning.
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Understanding Your Shoulder Anatomy
Among all your joints, the shoulder is the one you use on the most. As a ball-and-socket joint, it’s the most flexible in the body, allowing for a wide range of motion in many directions.
The “ball” is the head of the humerus, and the “socket” is the glenoid part of the scapula (shoulder blade). Sitting above this joint is the acromion, a common site for bone spurs, while the acromioclavicular (AC) joint nearby is often involved in shoulder separations.
Surrounding these bones is a complex network of muscles, tendons, and ligaments that work together to stabilize and move the shoulder. The rotator cuff—a group of four muscles and their tendons—keeps the shoulder stable while allowing you to lift, rotate, and reach with your arm. The labrum, a ring of cartilage around the socket, helps deepen it and keep the ball of the joint in place.
Don't Wait – Schedule Your Consultation Today
If you have shoulder pain, you are in good hands with the board-certified shoulder specialists and physical therapists at the Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin. If you don’t need surgery, we will help you build stronger, healthier shoulders to alleviate pain and avoid the need for surgical intervention.
Why Choose OHOW Right Now:
- Patient-centered care focused on your satisfaction and outcomes
- Leading expertise – we repair more rotator cuffs than any other hospital in southeastern Wisconsin
- Immediate access to board-certified shoulder specialists
- Comprehensive evaluation and personalized treatment planning
- Advanced treatment options from conservative care to complex surgery
- Proven track record of successful outcomes
Contact the Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward restoring your shoulder function. Our team is ready to provide the expert, compassionate care you deserve.