A 36-year-old member asked:
How do i know if my injury really warrants a shoulder arthroscopy?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Robert Coats IIanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 25 years experience
Pain doesn't improve: A full thickness rotator cuff tear requires arthroscopic repair. Any other injury should be treated non-operative initially. Physical therapy, nsaid's and oral/injectable steroids are standard treatments. If these measures fail, shoulder arthroscopy is the next step. Make sure your orthopaedic surgeon is board certified.
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Dr. Vivek Agrawalanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 33 years experience
Depends: It really depends on the exact diagnosis and prognosis. If you have any hesitation regarding a recommendation we always recommend getting a second opinion with a shoulder specialist. Learn more here: http://www.Theshouldercenter.Com/shoulder-specialist.Htm.
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