Shoulder Pain, Procedures, Treatments

The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint made up of three bones: the humerus (upper arm bone), the scapula (shoulder blade) and the clavicle (collarbone). It’s the most flexible joint in the body, making it susceptible to instability and injury. Because it is composed of several key structures such as tendons, cartilage, and bone, the shoulder can be affected by a variety of conditions. Shoulder pain may include:

• Pain with movement
• Inability to lift the arm overhead
• Night pain, especially with trying to lay on the affected shoulder
• Weakness of the shoulder muscles

The Ortho Rhode Island shoulder specialists at South County Hospital understand the impact shoulder conditions can have on your quality of life, and through a variety of treatments ranging from medication to surgical intervention, work to return patients to the daily activities they value most. Shoulder pain is common among older adults.

Patient-Centered Care

We believe in patient-centered care that emphasizes your unique symptoms, diagnosis, and lifestyle. By building a relationship of understanding and communication with our patients, we empower you to make informed decisions that will help restore your mobility and get you back to doing what you love.

Our shoulder specialists will work with you to develop a comprehensive care plan that fits your treatment goals. We approach this individualized care conservatively, exploring minimally invasive treatment options like anti-inflammatory medications and the use of braces before recommending surgical intervention.