Is Shoulder Surgery Necessary?
Most shoulder conditions are treatable without surgery. Frozen shoulder, partial rotator cuff tears, and impingement syndrome improve sufficiently with non-surgical treatment. However, complete tears or acute injuries in young patients may require surgery.
Surgery Necessity by Condition
Frozen Shoulder → Mostly No Surgery Needed
Improves naturally within 1-2 years, and Circulation Therapy can shorten recovery time. Very rarely, manipulation under anesthesia or arthroscopic surgery may be needed.
Partial Rotator Cuff Tear → Mostly Conservative Treatment
If tear size is small and function is maintained, rehabilitation is sufficient. Pain management and strength building are key.
Complete Rotator Cuff Tear → Consider Surgery
If tendon is completely torn, surgical repair may be necessary. Especially recommended for young patients or those with high activity levels.
Impingement Syndrome → Mostly No Surgery Needed
Most cases improve with posture correction, inflammation treatment, and strength building.
When Surgery Is Necessary
- No improvement after 3-6 months of adequate conservative treatment
- Complete tear from acute trauma in young patients
- Rapidly weakening strength
- Severe interference with daily life or work
Try Non-Surgical Treatment First Before Surgery
In many cases, surgery can be avoided with systematic non-surgical treatment alone. If surgery is recommended, verify whether non-surgical treatment was adequately attempted.
Non-Surgical Shoulder Treatment: Circulation Therapy
- Circulation HD: Reduces inflammation, releases adhesions to improve pain and movement
- Circulation PT: Strengthens weakened rotator cuff, corrects movement patterns
- Frozen Shoulder Intensive Program: Systematic staged treatment
Frequently Asked Questions
Been Recommended Surgery?
Check first if recovery is possible with non-surgical treatment.
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