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Written by John Salmon
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A shoulder arthroscopy is a procedure used to assess any damage to the shoulder joint and surrounding structures. It is performed by inflating the joint with fluid and making several small incisions through which a telescope and probe can be inserted. Procedures can then be done through small incisions using arthroscopic Instruments or sometimes through a separate incision. |
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Written by Richard Dalallana
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 Acromioclavicular or AC Joint Injury is a common injury which results from falling directly onto the point of the shoulder and is most commonly seen following a sporting accident. Mild injury results in pain at the top of the shoulder, short term restricted use of the arm, and does not require surgery. More severe separation can result in persistent symptoms which may include restricted function of the arm and will often require surgery. |
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Written by Richard Dallalana
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Frozen shoulder is also called adhesive capsulitis. It is a common condition which is characterized by pain and restricted motion in the shoulder. The exact cause of the condition is unknown; however, it usually starts spontaneously without any prior accident. On occasions a frozen shoulder may develop after a small incident such as a stretch or a fall or an injury to some other part of the arm. It may occur as a complication of other shoulder surgery or even following injury or disease to a different part of the body. |
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Written by Richard Dallalana
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 Rotator cuff problems are usually caused by the tearing or the stretching and inflammation of the rotator cuff tendons of the shoulder. They can occur with a single accident, multiple small incidents, or repetitive use of the shoulder. The usual symptoms are of pain, particularly at night time, and when attempting to raise the arm as well as weakness of the shoulder. Arthritis of the shoulder can develop with long term disease. Treatment initially can include rest, physiotherapy and injections but often requires surgery especially in younger people or those with very large tears. |
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Written by Richard Dallalana
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 Shoulder impingement is a common condition of pain in the shoulder due to irritation of a fluid sac and the rotator cuff tendons underneath it. It frequently occurs with a ‘spur’ of bone under the point of the shoulder. The pain may restrict the ability to raise or rotate the arm. Treatment may include rest, injections, physiotherapy and surgery. |
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Written by Richard Dallalana
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 Shoulder instability means that the shoulder joint is too loose and is able to slide around too much in the socket. The unstable shoulder may slip completely out of the socket and become dislocated. Over many years instability can lead to arthritis of the shoulder joint. |
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Written by Richard Dallalana
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SLAP tears are separations of cartilage from bone inside the shoulder which cause pain, clicking or feelings of looseness of the shoulder. They may arise after a single traumatic event such as a fall onto the shoulder or attempt to lift a heavy object, or through repetitive overhead or throwing sports or work duties. They can also exist alongside other cartilage and ligament damage following a shoulder dislocation. |
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