The shoulder
The shoulder is the most mobile and complex joint in the human body. The muscles, tendons and ligaments of the shoulder ensure a perfect balance between stability and mobility. The collarbone and shoulder blade are integral parts of the shoulder joint. Damage to any of these can trigger severe shoulder dysfunction, resulting in pain and restricted movement.
The shoulder is a very complex joint in which all the component parts must work in sync to be able to move normally
Shoulder conditions
Dr. B. Van Innis can be consulted for appropriate treatment of:
- Luxation-Instability
- AC osteoarthritis
- Shoulder fractures
- Impingement
- Rotator cuff tear
- Tendon calcification
- Frozen shoulder
- Biceps tendonitis
- Osteoarthritis of the shoulder
- etc.
Arthroscopy
Today, almost all shoulder surgery is performed using arthroscopic techniques. Arthroscopy refers to an operation carried out using a camera and specially designed instruments that are inserted into a joint through small holes. This allows operations and repairs to be performed without opening the joint. Arthroscopy means less pain and a smoother recovery thanks to the minimal tissue damage inherent in this technique.
PSI technique and 3D planning pre-operation
Some shoulder operations are performed using the PSI technique, Patient Specific Instrumentation. A 3D digital reconstruction is made based on a CT scan of the shoulder to be operated on. Using specific software, the surgeon decides on the best positioning of the prosthetic components for this patient on a computer. Based on this information, ‘patient-specific instruments’ are 3D-printed to position the prosthesis perfectly during surgery.