Therapy & Activity Modification
Strengthening and movement strategies for early arthritis.
Shoulder
Shoulder Arthritis Treatment in Beckley, WV
Shoulder arthritis causes progressive pain and stiffness. Dr. Stapleton manages it nonsurgically before considering shoulder replacement for advanced disease.
Request an Appointment →Common Signs & Symptoms
- !Deep shoulder pain with activity and at rest
- !Stiffness and reduced range of motion
- !Grinding or catching with movement
- !Night pain
- !Weakness with overhead activity
What Causes This?
- •Cartilage wear over time
- •Prior shoulder fracture or dislocation
- •Large rotator cuff tears over time
- •Inflammatory arthritis
Treatment Approaches
Injection
Image-guided injection for significant flares.
Shoulder Replacement
Anatomic or reverse replacement for advanced arthritis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between anatomic and reverse shoulder replacement?▾
Anatomic replacement restores the normal ball-and-socket. Reverse replacement changes the geometry so the shoulder can function when the rotator cuff is deficient. Dr. Stapleton determines which is appropriate.
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