Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Should Be Done After A Shoulder Replacement Surgery In Which A Shoulder Is Not Connected To An Arm?
My father had a partial shoulder replacement surgery in Oct 2013, then a full shoulder replacement surgery last week. His doctor tells him that the surgery did not work and that the shoulder is not attached to the arm. His doctor does not know what to do. Looking for a specialist in the FTW Metroplex that can handle the correction of this surgery. Who do you recommend? Any idea why the surgery did not work the first two times?
Fri, 14 Apr 2017
Your father has gone through two surgeries one hemi and other total joint replacement. The second surgery has probably failed because of shoulder subluxation,and the reason for that can be lack of soft tissue support probably because of repeated surgery.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Shoulder surgery
Loading Online Doctors....