Total Shoulder Arthroplasty (Replacement)

Total shoulder arthroplasty, or total shoulder replacement, is a joint replacement surgery that commonly treats shoulder arthritis at its end stages, when the cartilage lining of the joint has eroded away.


According to Dr. Scott Ellsworth, an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder and elbow conditions, the appropriate treatment for shoulder arthritis depends on the severity of the patient’s symptoms and their goals of treatment. When non-surgical measures fail to markedly improve symptoms, a total shoulder replacement becomes an option for patients to consider.

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Paul Williams

Dr. Paul Williams is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in knee and hip surgery and is an expert in the treatment of a variety of orthopedic conditions. In addition to his distinguished career as a surgeon, Dr. Smith plays a crucial role as the moderator of this website's directory, where he shares his knowledge and expertise to assist the medical community and patients.

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