Sturdy and flexible shoulders are essential to an active lifestyle and daily functions. However, shoulder functionality can be severely limited by arthritis, fractures, tears and inflammation such as bursitis.
Palomar UC San Diego Health Leads the Region in Shoulder and Elbow Treatment
Experts in All Types of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
- Palomar UC San Diego Health Orthopedic and Spine Center ranks among the top 10 percent of hospitals in the nation for successful outcomes in shoulder surgery.
Palomar UC San Diego Health Orthopedic and Spine Center incorporates a multidisciplinary team that works together to provide you with a customized care plan. By using minimally invasive arthroscopic shoulder and elbow techniques, our aligned orthopedic surgeons can provide faster recovery, less pain and improved function.
- Total shoulder replacement
- Reverse total shoulder replacement
What is a Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement?
Reverse total shoulder replacement reverses the natural ball and socket anatomy of the shoulder joint which allows the stronger deltoid muscles to take over for strength and function. Reverse total shoulder replacement may be recommended for patients with:
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Completely torn or irreparable rotator cuff tendons
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Severe shoulder fracture
Individualized Treatment Plans
Your treatment will be tailored to best fit your unique condition and lifestyle, with every decision based on the latest evidence-based protocols. Patient education and total care coordination ensures that patients and their families are fully informed and that patient care is personalized, comprehensive and convenient.
Our average length of stay ranks in the top 10 percent in the nation (less than two days), and we’re proud to report a zero percent complication rate at both hospitals.
2022 Shoulder Surgery Outcomes
In 2022, Palomar UC San Diego Health Orthopedic and Spine Center patients experienced a notably shorter average length of stay post-surgery, resulting in a reduced risk of complications, such as infections.
At Palomar UC San Diego Health, patients meet their therapy goals faster, allowing them to return home sooner. In fact, an average length of stay is just 1.1 days – compared to the national average of 1.3 days in other hospitals. This efficiency emphasizes the importance of our approach to shoulder surgery, ensuring our patients achieve their recovery goals promptly and safely.
To view the full 2022 Orthopedic Outcomes Report, please click here.