Orthopedic Shoulder Specialists Practicing in Louisville, KY

A shoulder specialist is a medical professional who focuses exclusively on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the shoulder. This intricate joint, which functions through a complex interplay of bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons, is highly mobile and inherently unstable, making it prone to injuries. Through extensive training and experience, a shoulder specialist has gained a unique understanding of these complexities, allowing him or her to help each patient find the optimal treatment plan.

Shoulder Conditions

Because shoulder pain can occur for many reasons, such as repetitive use, arthritis, and sports-related injuries, an accurate diagnosis is the key to finding effective relief. The shoulder specialists at Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic in Louisville, Kentucky, diagnose and treat a full range of shoulder conditions and injuries, including:

• Shoulder Pain
• Arthritis (Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid) of the Shoulder
• Tendonitis of the Shoulder
• Rotator Cuff Tendonitis
• Biceps Tendonitis
• Bursitis of the Shoulder
• Impingement Syndrome
• Compartment Syndrome
• Adhesive Capsulitis/Frozen Shoulder
• Tennis Elbow/Epicondylitis
• Shoulder Injury
  • Rotator Cuff Tear
  • Labral Tear
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • AC Separation
  • Shoulder Fracture
• Elbow Pain
• Arthritis of the Elbow

Shoulder Surgical Procedures

At Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic, we take a conservative approach to treatment. Our shoulder specialists offer a full range of treatment options—both non-surgical and surgical—for shoulder conditions and injuries, and our goal is to help each patient find the least invasive option that will potentially be effective. Our patients who elect surgery are in good hands with our board-certified orthopedic surgeons, who are skilled and experienced in performing:

• Arthroscopy of the Shoulder
• Rotator Cuff Repair
• Shoulder Replacement (Arthroplasty)
• Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
• Labral Tear Repair
• Bankart Repair

Shoulder Specialists

If you would like to receive an expert opinion on your shoulder issue, contact Louisville Orthopaedic Clinic today to schedule a consultation with:

• Scott D. Kuiper, MD
• Ty E. Richardson, MD
• Ryan Eads, MD

You can meet with your shoulder specialist at our state-of-the-art orthopedic facility in Louisville, KY.