You don’t have to battle shoulder pain alone. Treatments from industry leading experts are available for patients who are based in the London borough of Bromley, Kent, and nearby areas
At Chelsfield Park Hospital in Kent, we understand that shoulder pain can wreak havoc on your everyday life. But we also know that it doesn’t have to be that way.
We offer fast access to effective, consultant-led treatment to help you manage your shoulder pain and get back to doing the things you love.
Begin your journey with us today by booking an appointment online or calling our team of helpful advisors.
Shoulder surgery is a treatment option recommended for a number of reasons.
Typically, it is suggested when non-surgical methods, such as medications, aren’t working to relieve pain or restore function in the shoulder. Surgery may also be recommended if there is a structural problem that is unlikely to heal well without operative repair.
Common shoulder conditions that often require surgery that are treated at Chelsfield Park Hospital include the following:
We offer a range of effective shoulder surgery options for those battling shoulder pain. These include:
Shoulder replacement surgery can treat damage to the inside of your joint, which might be caused by severe arthritis or injury. Shoulder replacement surgery involves removing the top part of your humerus (upper arm bone), which forms the ball of your shoulder joint, and replacing it with an artificial component (also known as a prosthesis). In some cases, if the damage to your shoulder is more extensive, your orthopaedic surgeon might also replace the socket of your joint with a prosthesis.
Your rotator cuff consists of a network of muscles and tendons that hold your shoulder in place. Repetitive activities or an injury might cause a tear in this network. Rotator cuff damage can be painful, but it is very treatable through rotator cuff repair surgery. During this procedure, your orthopaedic consultant will repair or replace any injured or damaged tendons and muscles with a graft tendon from another part of the body.
A shoulder arthroscopy, which is a form of keyhole surgery, allows your doctor to see inside your joint. This is achieved by inserting a camera through small incisions made in your shoulder. This camera is connected to a video monitor, and your surgeon can diagnose and even treat certain problems using this technique.
Frozen shoulder causes severe stiffness and reduced mobility in your shoulder. Shoulder manipulation is a non-invasive procedure during which your orthopaedic surgeon will gently manipulate (move) your frozen shoulder through a variety of motions to improve mobility and reduce discomfort.
Shoulder stabilisation surgery is a procedure done to help repair a torn labrum or ligaments caused by shoulder instability. This procedure can be done either as keyhole (arthroscopic) or open surgery, depending on the nature of the condition. There are many types of shoulder stabilisation surgery including bankart repair (soft tissue reattachment), latarjet procedure (bone transfer for severe socket damage), and SLAP repair (superior labrum repair).
Your recovery journey after surgery is individual to you, as each patient’s healing is unique to their health and circumstances.
At Chelsfield Park Hospital, our team of expert physiotherapists are here to help support you throughout your shoulder surgery recovery so you can get back to taking part in day to day activities again. They will work with you to create a specialised exercise and stretch routine that targets improving flexibility and strength in your muscles and joints.
Your surgeon will walk you through what your recovery may look like before and after the procedure, so you have an understanding of what to expect.
Accessing private healthcare is easy, whether you choose to pay directly or use private medical insurance.
If you are paying for yourself, we can usually offer an upfront cost which you can then choose to pay in full or access one of our easy payment options.
If you have insurance, we can arrange direct settlement with your insurance provider, although you should check in advance to see if your treatment is covered. For more information, visit our private medical insurance page.
At Chelsfield Park Hospital, we provide expert care to people in Kent, Bromley and Sevenoaks.
If you choose treatment at Chelsfield Park Hospital, you can expect:
We are also happy to welcome patients from further afield, including international visitors.
You don’t have to live with shoulder pain.
To book a consultation to discuss shoulder surgery with an orthopaedic surgeon near you, use our online booking system, or give us a call and one of our dedicated advisors will help you find an appointment time that suits you.
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