I Dislocated My Collarbone 16 Years Ago, Never Had It Fixed and Now I Have Shoulder Pain and Weakness. What are my Options?

Dr Millett, I dislocated my collarbone when I fell onto it about 16 years ago. I put it in a sling, but it never popped back in.  Just recently it is starting to give me some discomfort, and I have noticed that the right arm is much weaker than the left when holding my arms [...]

My Rotator Cuff Surgery Failed; I’m Seeking Information on Revision Rotator Cuff Surgery. Can You Help?

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 [...]

I Have Severe Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder and am Considering a Double Shoulder Replacement. What is Post-Op Like?

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?

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?

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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 [...]