Shoulder Arthroplasty
Shoulder arthroplasty, or shoulder joint replacement, is a surgical procedure designed to relieve pain and restore function in patients with severe shoulder joint damage. This procedure is commonly indicated for conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis, rotator cuff tear arthroplasty, and avascular necrosis.
7-1: Criteria for selecting the appropriate type of arthroplasty
7-2: Computer-assisted and robotic-assisted shoulder arthroplasty
7-3: Understanding the biomechanics of the shoulder joint
7-4: Treatment strategies for complex shoulder fractures
7-5: Future research directions and potential breakthroughs in shoulder joint replacement