The orthopaedic surgeon blog

Your shoulder is a very complex joint, and shoulder pain can be caused by many factors, including inflammation, wear and tear, or underlying conditions. To help you understand what might be going on, let’s look at how shoulder pain affects different age groups.

So, you’ve been dealing with shoulder pain, and now you're wondering if it’s time to see a specialist. It’s a common problem, especially if you're active, and can range from a bit of soreness to outright agony. But how do you know when it’s serious enough to see a shoulder specialist here in Perth? Let’s walk through the signs together, so you know when it’s time to stop putting up with the pain and seek professional help.

Being a shoulder surgeon requires a combination of skills, tools, and a supportive environment. Here are the five things I can't live without in my practice.

Preparing for shoulder surgery isn't just about the technical details; it's about being ready mentally, physically, and as a team. As a shoulder surgeon in Perth, I have a routine that helps me be at my best for surgeries. Here's how I get ready.

As a shoulder surgeon in Perth, I often see patients who need shoulder replacements. There are two main types of shoulder replacements: anatomic and reverse. Each has its own benefits and specific uses.

You may be a golfer who used to enjoy weekends on the course, a hairdresser who styles hair all day, or someone who loves working out at the gym. If shoulder pain is making these activities painful, your quality of life gets affected.

Your rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons in your shoulder that helps you move and lift your arm. You can tear it suddenly if you fall or hurt your shoulder. Commonly however, it is a slow degenerative process which is part of ageing.

When choosing a shoulder surgeon, it’s important to find someone who isn’t just a general orthopaedic surgeon, but someone who is specialised in shoulder pain and shoulder surgery.

As a knee and shoulder surgeon in Perth, I often hear common beliefs about shoulder pain or knee treatments during consultations. These myths often are amplified online and it's important to address them for a clearer understanding. Here’s a list of 6 common myths.

No two human beings have exactly the same anatomy. Traditionally, this is a challenge in knee replacement surgery as ‘off-the-shelf’ knee implants might not always offer the perfect fit. However, new technology enables knee surgeons to use patient-specific, custom-made knee implants.

If you look back only 2 or 3 decades, as a patient over 60, your shoulder surgeon might have recommended against orthopaedic surgery. But times have changed, and so have surgical techniques and technology.