Shoulder Replacement

Watch this video to learn about shoulder replacement, and how to prepare for your surgery.

This surgery repairs a damaged shoulder joint. It reverses the position of the ball and the socket. This lets you move your arm with your deltoid muscle, instead of the muscles of the rotator cuff.

Acute pain is pain that is short term, occurring most often after injury or surgery. Patients need to understand that managing their acute pain actually helps their healing, and they play an important role in helping their doctors develop a pain management plan that works best for them.

You've had surgery, and you're recovering at home. During this time, it's normal to have some pain. But your pain should never be unbearable. If you're following your care plan, you should be keeping it under control. Here are some tips for a comfortable recovery.

Learn the importance of receiving and understanding the instructions you should follow after you leave the hospital.