The shoulder is a very mobile joint and because of this mobility is prone to injury. When pushing, pulling, reaching and swinging our arms the shoulder joint is used. Even simple tasks like getting dressed in the morning involves use of the shoulder.

Because it is used so much, and because it is so complex, the shoulder is often injured. Problems with the shoulder can happen over time with use or due to a sudden injury. Fortunately your orthopaedic surgeon can provide relief from the symptoms caused by a shoulder injury.

Interactive web based movies (click on the desired topic to find out more)

• Shoulder Anatomy
• Shoulder Arthroscopy
• Rotator Cuff Tear
• Frozen Shoulder
• Shoulder Impingement
• Shoulder Joint Replacement

Click on the topics below to find out more from the Orthopaedic connection website of American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons .

• The Shoulder
• Arthritis of the Shoulder
• Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery: Thermal Capsulorrhaphy
• Broken Collarbone
• Dislocated Shoulder
• Fracture of the shoulder blade (scapula)
• Frozen Shoulder
• Rotator Cuff Tears
• Separated Shoulder
• Shoulder Impingement (Bursitis, Tendinitis)
• Shoulder Joint Replacement
• Shoulder Joint Tear (Glenoid Labrum Tear)
• Thoracic outlet syndrome