Revision Shoulder Surgery

Overview

Revision shoulder surgery is a specialized procedure performed when a previous shoulder surgery has failed or complications have developed. Dr. Joshi has extensive training in complex revision procedures, including revision shoulder arthroplasty, management of infected implants, and reconstruction after failed soft tissue repairs.

These procedures require advanced surgical expertise due to altered anatomy, bone loss, scar tissue, and the challenges of working around previous hardware. Dr. Joshi's fellowship training at NYU Langone Health provided extensive experience with the most complex revision cases.

Common reasons for revision surgery include implant loosening, infection, instability, fractures around implants, component wear, and persistent pain or stiffness after previous procedures.

Benefits

• Resolution of complications from prior surgery
• Pain relief when previous procedures have failed
• Restored function and stability
• Treatment of infection and implant-related problems
• Improved quality of life after previous surgical failure

Who is a Candidate?

Revision Surgery may be appropriate for patients who meet certain criteria. Ideal candidates include:

• Patients with loosened or worn shoulder implants
• Those with infection around previous implants
• Patients with instability after prior surgery
• Individuals with fractures around existing hardware
• Those with persistent pain despite previous procedures

Recovery & Rehabilitation

Recovery from revision shoulder surgery is typically longer than primary procedures due to the complexity involved. Hospital stay may be 1-2 nights. Physical therapy is carefully progressed based on what was addressed during surgery. Full recovery may take 6-12 months depending on the specific revision performed.