Shoulder Arthroplasty: Return to Function - An Update

Course overview

The shoulder is the third most commonly replaced joint in the body. Join Dr. John O'Halloran as he reviews the evolution of shoulder arthroplasty and talks about the surgical procedures used today. This course describes the rehabilitation phases and range-of-motion expectations through lecture, patient videos, and demonstrations. Dr. O'Halloran demonstrates a wide range of manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to promote return of function to the level desired by today's arthroplasty patients. The course finishes with an in-depth look at the indications for a reverse total shoulder arthroplasty surgery and the rehabilitation considerations specific to this procedure.