Dear Dr. Millett, I injured my shoulder last summer and was diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff. It was a very serious injury, and I had surgery and it appears that the surgery did not take. I am seeking information on what my options are with a failed rotator cuff repair. I have read about [...]
My Rotator Cuff Surgery Failed; I’m Seeking Information on Revision Rotator Cuff Surgery. Can You Help?
January 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I Have Severe Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder and am Considering a Double Shoulder Replacement. What is Post-Op Like?
January 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Dear Dr. Millett, I am 72 years old and have severe osteoarthritis in both of my shoulders from years of heavy lifting, golfing, etc. I’m considering a double shoulder replacement surgery and have spent quite a bit of time researching my options. Can you tell me what my recovery time will be like once the [...]
I Have Arthritis of the Shoulder but I am too Young for Replacement Surgery. What are my options?
January 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Dear Dr. Millett, I have arthritis in both shoulders and experience chronic shoulder pain. I’ve had arthroscopic surgery and several other procedures to help with my shoulder conditions. I know that I am too young as of now for shoulder replacement surgery but I have heard of a technique called shoulder resurfacing as an alternative [...]
What is the Difference Between a Dislocated Shoulder and a Separated Shoulder?
January 23, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Dear Dr. Millett, Can please explain the difference between a dislocated shoulder and a separated shoulder? They sound like the same condition to me. Sincerely, Ben H. Dear Ben, I’m often asked what is the difference between a dislocated shoulder and separated shoulder. They are both common injuries, and they are very commonly confused. Both [...]
I Have Chronic Shoulder Instability. Can You Explain What a Bankart Repair is?
January 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Dear Dr. Millett, I have chronic shoulder instability and am interested in learning more about the Bankart Reconstruction surgery technique to treat this condition. Is this surgery effective for this injury? Thanks, John M. Dear John, Thank you for your question. Within the shoulder there are many ligaments and tendons that provide stability to the [...]