A type of keyhole surgery for frozen shoulder problems which aims to release the stiffness caused by frozen shoulder. Also known as arthroscopic capsular release.
Shoulder and elbow treatments
Capsular release of the shoulder
Elbow arthroscopy
This is a procedure in which a small camera (arthroscope) is inserted into your elbow joint using minimally invasive keyhole surgery. It’s used primarily to investigate and diagnose conditions.
Elbow replacement surgery
Replacing the damaged surfaces of the elbow with a metal and plastic joint to increase mobility and reduce pain. Also known as an arthroplasty for the elbow.
Rotator cuff repair
If your pain hasn’t improved using non-surgical treatments, or if you have a particularly large tear, then surgery could offer you the best option to regain strength in the shoulder.
Shoulder resurfacing surgery
SHOULDER RESURFACING ARTHROPLASTY
Our skilled orthopaedic surgeons can replace the damaged surfaces of your shoulder ball and socket joint
Shoulder decompression surgery
ARTHOSCOPIC SUBACROMIAL DECOMPRESSION (ACROMIOPLASTY)
An arthroscopic or keyhole operation to treat pain related to shoulder impingement and improve your range of movement
Shoulder stabilisation surgery
A minimally invasive operation to repair the shoulder. This type of keyhole surgery can help restore the stability of your shoulder after an injury or accident.
Shoulder replacement
The shoulder has a large range of movement, but if the joint is damaged, it can become painful and stiff. Replacement surgery is an option when non-surgical treatment has not seen symptoms improve.
Tennis elbow release
Surgery for humeral epicondylitis (tennis elbow). This surgical procedure is undertaken to remove or repair damaged tissue and relieve the pain of the condition tennis elbow.
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