Reverse shoulder operation
Have any of you guys had this procedure, if so how did it turn out? How long was the recovery?
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Reverse shoulder replacement is for those with large, irreparable rotator cuff tears that have consistently demonstrated poor outcomes from “traditional” shoulder replacement due to loss of the stability provided by these muscles.
In the normal shoulder joint, the “ball” is at the top of the arm bone, and the “socket” is in the shoulder. After reverse shoulder replacement, the ball and socket are reversed, which results in a more stable joint. You MUST have an intact and functional deltoid muscle for a reverse shoulder replacement to work, though.
Also, the term “socket” should not be taken literally, as it does not surround the “ball” as you would see in the mechanical world. It’s actually a very shallow cup, and the stability of the joint is totally reliant on the many muscles surrounding it being intact.
Reverse Shoulder Replacement
I know more than I want to know about this procedure due to having multiple irreparable rotator cuff injuries (total separation) in both shoulders, and having torn the deltoid in my right shoulder about 4 years ago. Fortunately, the deltoid was surgically repaired, and I have almost full range of motion in both shoulders, although not totally pain free. Ive been told that if I should ever need shoulder replacement surgery, the only type that would work for me is a reverse.
:):)
In the normal shoulder joint, the “ball” is at the top of the arm bone, and the “socket” is in the shoulder. After reverse shoulder replacement, the ball and socket are reversed, which results in a more stable joint. You MUST have an intact and functional deltoid muscle for a reverse shoulder replacement to work, though.
Also, the term “socket” should not be taken literally, as it does not surround the “ball” as you would see in the mechanical world. It’s actually a very shallow cup, and the stability of the joint is totally reliant on the many muscles surrounding it being intact.
Reverse Shoulder Replacement
I know more than I want to know about this procedure due to having multiple irreparable rotator cuff injuries (total separation) in both shoulders, and having torn the deltoid in my right shoulder about 4 years ago. Fortunately, the deltoid was surgically repaired, and I have almost full range of motion in both shoulders, although not totally pain free. Ive been told that if I should ever need shoulder replacement surgery, the only type that would work for me is a reverse.
:):)
