Who is a candidate for reverse shoulder replacement?

Candidates for Surgery A completely torn rotator cuff that cannot be repaired. Cuff tear arthropathy. A previous shoulder replacement that was unsuccessful. Severe shoulder pain and difficulty lifting your arm away from your side or over your head.

What is the advantage of a reverse shoulder replacement?

The biggest pro for this procedure is allowing patients to return to a normal, pain-free life. It restores function and allows for an active lifestyle again. Reverse shoulder arthroplasties often have the most dramatic improvement from preoperative to postoperative function.

When is a reverse shoulder replacement necessary?

The main reason to consider a reverse prosthesis is when there is arthritis of the shoulder joint and the rotator cuff tendons are torn or gone. This is the most common surgical indication for a patient considering a reverse prosthesis.

How many years does a reverse shoulder replacement last?

As with the conventional shoulder replacement, the reverse prosthesis should last at least 15 years.

What are the disadvantages of a reverse shoulder replacement?

Aside from risks associated with anesthesia and infection, there are potential complications specific to reverse shoulder replacement surgery:

• Joint dislocation or partial dislocation (subluxation).
• Prosthetic misalignment, prosthetic loosening, or joint instability.
• Bone fracture.
• Blood vessel or nerve injury.

Which is better Total shoulder replacement or reverse shoulder replacement?

For patients with large rotator cuff tears or shoulder arthritis, arthropathy, reverse total shoulder replacement is a better option because the rotator cuff muscles no longer function. The reverse total shoulder replacement relies on the deltoid muscle, instead of the rotator cuff, to position and power the arm.

Is a reverse shoulder replacement painful?

Even though reverse shoulder arthroplasty is a very successful procedure, painful complications occur. During the initial postoperative years, the most common reasons for pain are instability, postoperative fracture of the acromion or spine, and periprosthetic infection.

How painful is reverse shoulder surgery?

What are the benefits of reverse shoulder replacement?

A replaced reverse shoulder joint offers relief from the pain caused by your joint bones rubbing together due to calcium deposits, deteriorating cartilage, or even arthritis. Some of the additional common benefits of a reverse total shoulder replacement include increased overhead mobility and muscle and joint strength recovery.

What is the average cost of a reverse shoulder replacement?

Shoulder arthroplasty is also less expensive, according to McFarland. A shoulder replacement’s total costs, on average, are $10, 351; whereas hip replacement surgery averages $15, 442, and knee arthroplasty, $14, 674.

How long does pain last after reverse shoulder surgery?

Dr. Barry Rosen Dr. Rosen. 6 doctors agreed: A few days: Shoulder pain following laparoscopy is believed to be due to irritation of the diaphragm by the carbon dioxide that is used to inflate the abdomen. This pain should resolve within 2 to 3 days after surgery.

What to expect after reverse shoulder surgery?

Long-Term Outcomes. After rehabilitation, you will most likely be able to lift your arm to just above shoulder height and bend your elbow to reach the top of your head or into a cupboard. Reverse total shoulder replacement provides outstanding pain relief and patient satisfaction is typically very high.