Shoulder Surgeons in Bay Area Reflect Progress

As I look at the increasing number of shoulder surgeons in the Bay Area, I am proud of how far we have come in orthopaedics. It is always a daunting prospect to have to undergo any sort of medical procedure but the advances that have been made in shoulder surgery mean that orthopaedic treatment can be tailored to your ailment. A lot of people do not realise that the shoulder is the most moveable joint in the body and is therefore also an area with many common problems.

Shoulder surgeons in the Bay Area are using shoulder arthroscopy more and more to perform procedures to treat shoulder damage, such as impingement syndrome, shoulder instability and rotator cuff problems. Shoulder arthroscopy is far less invasive compared to open surgery, which exposes the shoulder joint. It uses small incisions to access the joint and allows the shoulder surgeon to repair or remove any damaged tissue that is found. In some cases you may even be able to stay awake during the arthroscopic procedure. Shoulder surgeons in the Bay Area tend to recommend shoulder arthroscopy as the recovery time is usually shorter than open surgery and patients prefer the option of being able to stay awake (if possible).

A consultation with an orthopaedic surgeon will give you the chance to understand what has happened to your shoulder. It could turn out that the treatment you need is as simple as stabilizing your shoulder and taking aspirin, however if it is a more serious injury your orthopaedic surgeon will be able to advise you of the best treatment for you. I know that it can be overwhelming to decide whether or not to go through with any medical procedure, and it is important that you feel comfortable and confident in the surgeon who will perform the procedure. To take some of the anxiety out of your decision and show their commitment to the field, many shoulder surgeons in the Bay Area are listed on the Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeons and are more than happy to guide you with whatever you choose.

Don’t allow shoulder pain to limit your way of life! If you’d like an initial consultation with one of the top shoulder surgeons in the Bay Area, call my office today.

Getting you back in the game,
Dr. K

Michael B. Krinsky, M.D., M.C.
20990 Redwood Road
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(888) 478-5688