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Shoulder joint replacement arthroplasty for shoulder arthritis pain and stiffness: two options: total shoulder and ream and run

Last updated Wednesday, June 24, 2009

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Shoulder Arthroplasty

Summary

Edited By: Matthew D. Saltzman, MD, Frederick A. Matsen III, MD

Joint replacement surgery is the most reliable solution for patients with shoulder arthritis that causes disabling pain and loss of function. The two types of replacement surgery for patients that have arthritis that affects both the ball (humerus) and socket (glenoid) are: (1) Total Shoulder Arthroplasty and (2) ‘Ream and Run’. The following Frequently Asked Questions are intended to help you decide which is best for you.

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