Common Conditions that Require Shoulder Arthroplasty

Your surgeon may recommend total shoulder replacement for the following reasons:

· Osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease)

· Rheumatoid arthritis

· Post-traumatic arthritis

· Avascular necrosis (osteonecrosis)

· A previous shoulder replacement that was not successful

· Failure of conservative treatments such as anti-inflammatories, cortisone injections, or physical therapy

Patients with a poorly functioning or torn rotator cuff, an axillary nerve injury, active shoulder infection or severe loss of bone stock on the socket or humerus are not candidates for shoulder replacement.

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