Chronic shoulder pain caused by arthritis, injury, or age-related wear can make everyday activities difficult. When nonsurgical treatments like physical therapy or injections aren’t effective, shoulder replacement surgery may be a solution. WMCHealth offers both traditional and reverse shoulder replacement options. Traditional replacement is ideal for patients with healthy rotator cuffs, while reverse replacement, available at WMCHealth’s St. Anthony Community Hospital, is designed for those with severe rotator cuff damage or previous failed surgeries. Recovery includes physical therapy and often results in significant pain relief and improved mobility within months.
Category Archives: Orthopedics
Military Medic Becomes the Perfect Patient: Stephen’s Hip Replacement at MidHudson Regional Hospital
“It’s scary when your loved one goes into surgery, but the nurses were very reassuring and kind. WMCHealth’s text notification system kept me in the loop the entire time with regular updates, which was such a relief,” she said.
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Inside WMCHealth’s Sports Medicine Partnership with Marist College
More than just sideline support, WMCHealth’s orthopaedic specialists are embedded in the daily lives of Marist College athletes, ensuring injury prevention, recovery, and whole-athlete care for every sport, every season.