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Shoulder Arthritis Treatments

Experiencing shoulder pain when performing daily tasks, such as while brushing your hair or putting on your coat, can be a sign that you need to see an orthopedic specialist. Arthritis in the shoulder is a common cause if shoulder pain and it can lead to stiffness, pain, swelling, and poor quality of life.

Shoulder Arthritis

Arthritis refers to the degeneration of joint cartilage. As the cartilage wears out, it can cause pain, limit your range of motion, and prevent you from carrying out your daily activities, such as household chores. The damaged cartilage makes the bones grind against each other, leading to pain and other symptoms.

Treatment Options for Shoulder Arthritis

Should arthritis treatment include both conservative and invasive options.

Conservative treatments include –

In severe cases, invasive or surgical treatment may be necessary to relieve pain and improve functional movement. These may include –

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