A procedure involving replacement of the head of the humerus or “ball” and in some cases the resurfacing of the “socket” (total shoulder replacement).
Four common surgical procedures performed on shoulders are:
• Arthroscopy - allowing the surgeon to look inside the shoulder joint.
• Bankart Procedure – an operation that tightens the ligaments and repairs torn capsular detachments restoring shoulder stability.
• Rotator Cuff Repair - a procedure that is performed to repair a torn rotator cuff, relieving pain and improving function.
• Prosthetic shoulder replacement.
