Shoulder Surgery and Rotator Cuff Repair

Why Choose Steel City Spine for Your Shoulder Care?

• Specialized Expertise:
  • Dr. Ari Pressman, MD: A board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon with fellowship training in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy. Dr. Pressman is highly skilled in arthroscopic shoulder surgery, including rotator cuff repair, labral repair, and procedures for shoulder instability and impingement.
  • Dr. Jocelyn Idema, DO: A board-certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon who also manages various orthopedic conditions, including shoulder arthritis and fractures, contributing to our comprehensive approach.
• Advanced Surgical Techniques: We prioritize minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery whenever appropriate, leading to smaller incisions, less pain, reduced scarring, and faster recovery times.
• Comprehensive Diagnosis: Utilizing thorough physical examinations and advanced imaging (X-ray, MRI, ultrasound) to ensure an accurate diagnosis.
• Full Spectrum of Care: From non-surgical management and physical therapy to complex surgical reconstructions and post-operative rehabilitation.
• Patient-Focused Approach: We believe in educating our patients about their condition and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.
• Multiple Convenient Locations: Providing expert shoulder care to communities in Washington, Pittsburgh, Uniontown, Monongahela, PA, and the Morgantown, WV, region.

Common Shoulder Conditions We Treat:

Our orthopedic specialists are experienced in diagnosing and treating a wide array of shoulder problems, including:

• Rotator Cuff Tears: Partial or complete tears of the tendons surrounding the shoulder joint.
• Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: When tendons of the rotator cuff get compressed in the shoulder.
• Shoulder Instability: Including dislocations, subluxations, and chronic looseness.
• Labral Tears: Damage to the cartilage rim (labrum) around the shoulder socket (e.g., SLAP tears, Bankart lesions).
• Bursitis and Tendinitis: Inflammation of the bursa sacs or tendons in the shoulder.
• Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis): Stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint.
• Shoulder Arthritis: Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or post-traumatic arthritis leading to pain and loss of function.
• AC (Acromioclavicular) Joint Injuries and Arthritis
• Biceps Tendon Issues: Tendinitis, tears, or subluxation.
• Shoulder Fractures: (Collarbone, humerus, scapula)

Our Comprehensive Approach to Shoulder Pain and Injury:

1. Thorough Evaluation: Your care begins with a detailed medical history, a comprehensive physical examination of your shoulder, and appropriate diagnostic imaging to identify the precise cause of your symptoms.
2. Conservative Treatment First: We often begin with non-surgical treatments, which may include:
   • Rest and activity modification
   • Ice and heat therapy
   • Anti-inflammatory medications
   • Physical therapy and targeted exercises
   • Corticosteroid or other therapeutic injections
3. Advanced Shoulder Surgery Options: When conservative measures are insufficient, or for certain acute injuries, surgery may be recommended. Dr. Pressman and Dr. Idema offer a range of advanced surgical procedures, often performed arthroscopically:
   • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: Minimally invasive repair of torn rotator cuff tendons.
   • Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression: To relieve impingement by removing bone spurs and inflamed tissue.
   • Arthroscopic Labral Repair/Bankart Repair: To repair torn labrum and stabilize the shoulder.
   • Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
   • Capsular Shift or Plication: For shoulder instability.
   • Biceps Tenodesis or Tenotomy: To address biceps tendon problems.
   • Shoulder Arthroplasty (Total Shoulder Replacement & Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement): For advanced arthritis, providing significant pain relief and functional improvement.
   • Surgical Fixation of Shoulder Fractures
4. Personalized Rehabilitation: Post-operative rehabilitation with skilled physical therapists is crucial for a successful outcome. We work closely with your therapist to guide your recovery, helping you regain strength, flexibility, and full shoulder function.

When Might Shoulder Surgery Be Recommended?

Surgery may be an option if you experience:

• Persistent shoulder pain that doesn’t improve with non-surgical treatments.
• Significant weakness or loss of function in your shoulder.
• A large or complete rotator cuff tear, especially after an acute injury.
• Recurrent shoulder dislocations or instability.
• Advanced arthritis causing severe pain and limiting daily activities.
• Certain types of fractures.

Restore Your Shoulder Function and Live Actively

If shoulder pain is holding you back, the expert team at Steel City Spine and Orthopedic Center is ready to help. We are dedicated to providing leading-edge surgical and non-surgical solutions to address your shoulder condition effectively.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation with our shoulder specialists at one of our convenient locations.

Steel City Spine and Orthopedic Center: Your destination for expert shoulder care in Western Pennsylvania and the Morgantown, West Virginia, area.