Shoulder Replacement Surgery: Types, Process & Rehab - SLUCare Orthopedic Surgery

SLUCare orthopedic surgeon Dr. Randall Otto talks about the types of total shoulder replacement surgery available to patients. The first type is anatomic shoulder replacement which simply aims to replace the anatomic parts. The second options is a reverse shoulder replacement which requires a bit more explanation. Dr. Otto also reviews the process for surgery and rehabilitation following surgery as well as what activities a person with a shoulder replacement can partake in.

Dr. Randall Otto is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery, including reconstruction and replacement, arthroscopy, rotator cuff repair, and shoulder and elbow fractures. He has special expertise in total and reverse shoulder replacements and revision shoulder replacements. Learn More: https://physicians.slucare.edu/detail...

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