Shoulder Pain Getting In The way of Daily Tasks? Visit A/Professor Dutton.

Do you feel the following in your shoulders?

• Your shoulder area feels numb.
• You feel a tingling sensation.
• Your shoulder area feels cool to the touch.
• You constantly feel pain around the area (from the neck, radiating down to the arm).

• There is a discoloration (bruising).
• There is a noticeable deformity.
• There is swelling on the area.
• You feel weakness on one or both shoulders.

• Pain is triggered when raising or lowering your arm.
• There is a clicking or popping sound when you raise your arm.
• You experience shoulder stiffness.
• There is pain when reaching behind your back.

• Loss of mobility or minimized range of motion.
• Your experience shoulder and arm weakness.
• You feel your shoulder is unstable as thought they would pop out of joint.
• You experience muscle spasms.

Choosing the Right Surgeon for Shoulder Surgery

In selecting a surgeon for shoulder surgery, prioritise practitioners recognised by leading orthopaedic organisations, as this frequently reflects a depth of experience and dedication to current best practices. It may also be beneficial to explore their involvement in scholarly activities, including any published research or case studies. If the opportunity arises, obtaining feedback from previous patients about their experiences with the specific shoulder operation can aid your decision.

About Dr Andrew Dutton’s Affiliations

Dr Dutton is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). These international memberships are listed for informational purposes only.