Rotator cuff is the group of tendons in the shoulder joint providing support
& enabling wider range of motion.
Shoulder arthroscopy is a surgical procedure in which an
arthroscope is inserted into the shoulder joint.
Shoulder instability is a chronic condition that causes frequent
dislocations of the shoulder joint.
Labrum repair is a surgical technique recommended for treating labrum tear. Labrum is a triangular,
fibrous, rigid cartilage structure lining the ball-and-socket joint of the shoulder.
Shoulder joint replacement is a surgical procedure performed to replace
the damaged shoulder joint with the artificial implants.
Revision shoulder replacement is a surgical procedure performed in individuals who already had shoulder
replacement surgery but had certain complications that led to failure of the previous surgery.
Reverse Shoulder replacement is an alternative surgery for patients who have
torn their rotator cuffs and have developed severe arthritis
Shoulder reconstruction is a surgical procedure performed in
patients with shoulder instability to improve stability
Tendon transfer surgery is a surgery to restore the lost functions of the hand by
shifting functioning tendon from its initial attachment to the new one.
Shoulder joint is the most flexible joint of the body. It allows different motions of the hands making it
possible for us to do a vast array of different activities.
Acromioclavicular joint (AC joint) injuries are one of the most common
injuries of the upper arm.
Reverse Shoulder replacement is an alternative surgery for patients who have
torn their rotator cuffs and have developed severe arthritis

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Lawrence V. Gulotta, MDOrthopedic Surgeon

Dr. Lawrence V. Gulotta is the Chief of the Shoulder and Elbow Division of the Sports Medicine Institute at Hospital for Special Surgery. He specializes in shoulder surgery and sports medicine, including arthroscopic and open surgeries of the shoulder.

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Pain in shoulders while playing sports such as tennis, basketball, or gymnastics may be due to a torn tendon or ligament in the shoulder. These may be caused by overuse or trauma while playing sports. These injuries may be treated with conservative treatment or may require surgical treatment.

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