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Shoulder Arthritis and Shoulder Replacement Surgery

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How common is shoulder arthritis and how is it treated? In this program, Dr. Matthew Saltzman, an orthopedic surgeon from Northwestern Memorial Hospital, will discuss total shoulder replacement as a treatment option. Learn about who the surgery is right for, types of shoulder replacement and the recovery period. You’ll also hear from a man who has had the procedure.

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Matthew Saltzman, M.D. Matthew Saltzman, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Dr. Matthew Saltzman is an Orthopaedic Surgeon on the medical staff at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and assistant professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. more >

Richard Allen,
Recipient of Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Richard is an active 72-year-old. When he began experiencing pain in his shoulder, he had to give up swimming, weightlifting, skiing, and some of his other favorite activities. Mr. Allen has always been athletic and this reduction in activity caused him to gain weight and increased blood pressure. He knew that he had to do something to get it his... more >

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  1. Introduction LISTEN
  2. Richard’s Story LISTEN
  3. Arthritis LISTEN
  4. Shoulder Surgery LISTEN
  5. Determining the Problem LISTEN
  6. Risks LISTEN
  7. Treatment in the Future LISTEN

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