Shoulder Joint Preservation and Cartilage Restoration Procedures

The U.S. Center for Disease Control estimates that in the next 25 years at least 71 million Americans will have some form of arthritis, a degenerative condition of the joints, creating pain, swelling and limited movement for sufferers. Osteoarthritis is notably one of the most debilitating forms of arthritis and is characterized by the deterioration of articular cartilage accompanied by changes in the subchondral (below the cartilage) bone and soft tissue of the joint.

Dr. Peter Millett pioneered the CAM procedure (Comprehensive Arthroscopic Management) as a shoulder joint preservation treatment for advanced arthritis of the shoulder. The CAM procedure was developed for younger patients — predominantly athletes — with advanced arthritis, as well as older patients who wish to remain active and delay a full joint replacement surgery.

CAM Procedure Video

Using a variety of minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery techniques and regenerative technologies, Dr. Millett removes loose cartilage and labral tissue is used to smooth out the joint; once the scar tissue has been eliminated, mobility is often restored. The most important aspect of the CAM procedure is to then remove the large bone spur, which is typically present, and then decompress the axillary nerve to alleviate pain (see video)

Are you a candidate for the CAM procedure?

There are two ways to initiate a consultation with Dr. Millett:

You can provide current X-rays and/or MRIs for a clinical case review ($250).

You can schedule an office consultation with Dr. Millett.

For additional resources on the CAM procedure, a shoulder joint preservation technique, please contact the orthopedic office of Dr. Peter Millett.

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