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Treatment of Shoulder Arthritis

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Best hospitals and doctors for shoulder arthritis treatment abroad

Leading hospitals

Cost for treatment

Shoulder joint arthritis diagnostics
1544
Arthroscopy of the shoulder joint arthritis
5321.27
Shoulder arthritis treatment with autologous conditioned plasma (ACP)
6246
Shoulder arthritis treatment with stem cell therapy
14295.4
Total shoulder joint replacement for shoulder arthritis
12410.03
Orthopedic rehabilitation
690.57
ATOS Clinic Munich
ATOS Clinic Munich
Overall rating9.5 / 10
According to the medical magazine Focus, the ATOS Clinic Munich is one of the best medical facilities in Germany for shoulder and knee surgery, foot surgery, and hand surgery! The clinic was opened in 2008, and in a relatively short period of time, has taken a leading position among the best medical complexes in Germany. The cli
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The Marien Hospital Duesseldorf is a modern medical facility in the very center of Duesseldorf and a recognized Research Center. The foundation stone of the hospital was laid back in 1864 with the support of the Catholic Church. The Christian principles of helping and supporting patients have not changed at all over the years, b
PAN Clinic Cologne
PAN Clinic Cologne
Overall rating9 / 10
The PAN Clinic Cologne is a multidisciplinary medical facility that combines advanced medicine, excellent quality of patient care and a high level of comfort. Founded in 1999, the clinic is located in the very heart of Cologne. During this time, the medical complex has gained long clinical experience, but at the same time it has
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The St. Remigius Hospital Opladen Leverkusen provides medical services in accordance with the highest standards. It is part of the Kplus Group, which unites more than twenty medical facilities. All hospitals of the group are not only distinguished by high-quality healthcare services, but also adhere to the Christian beliefs. The
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HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
HELIOS Clinic Krefeld
Overall rating9.7 / 10
Founded in 2014, the HELIOS Clinic Krefeld is one of the most modern medical facilities in Germany today. A team of highly qualified specialists, innovative medical equipment and comfortable accommodation conditions – the clinic has everything to make the treatment run smoothly and efficiently. Having crossed the threshold
According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Hospital Cologne-Merheim ranks among the top German medical centers! The health facility is an academic hospital of Witten/Herdecke University, which gives patients access to the very latest developments in European medicine. The Hospital Cologne-Merheim positions itself as a maximu
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The Hirslanden Clinic La Colline Geneva is a multidisciplinary medical facility, where the patient will benefit from an impeccable quality of medical service, responsive care and a humane attitude. The clinic provides both inpatient treatment and outpatient care. There are 67 beds available for hospitalization. The basis of succ
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The Asklepios Municipal Hospital Bad Wildungen positions itself as a modern medical facility, which is focused on the provision of high-quality medical services using state-of-the-art medical technologies and advanced treatment methods. The hospital pays great attention to an individual approach to each patient, which is the bas
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The Eichsfeld Hospital Heilbad Heiligenstadt is a reputable medical facility, whose patients can undergo high-quality diagnostics and treatment in accordance with European standards. The medical facility is an Academic Hospital of the University of Goettingen, so many local doctors are actively engaged in research activities and
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Hospital Kassel
Hospital Kassel
Overall rating9.9 / 10
The Hospital Kassel is a progressive medical facility with a huge medical team, which provides high-quality medical services in all branches of modern medicine. The hospital is part of the regional medical Gesundheit Nordhessen Holding, which unites 5 top-class medical centers, including specialized rehabilitation clinics. With
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The Alfried Krupp Hospital in Essen-Ruettenscheid began its work back in 1870, and large-scale restoration took place here in 1980. The medical facility is an academic hospital of the University of Duisburg-Essen, thanks to which it has access to innovations in the medical field, and also makes its own contribution to the develo
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The Alfried Krupp Hospital in Essen-Steele is one of the best and most advanced medical facilities in the Ruhr area. The medical complex is an academic hospital of the University of Duisburg-Essen, thanks to which it extremely quickly implements innovative diagnostic and therapeutic methods into clinical practice. The hospital i
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According to the prestigious Focus magazine, the St. Antonius Hospital Eschweiler ranks among the top medical facilities in North Rhine-Westphalia! The hospital is a modern medical complex with 13 specialized departments. The hospital has more than 165 years of history, so it has long won an excellent reputation not only in Germ
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St. Anna Hospital Herne
St. Anna Hospital Herne
Overall rating9.5 / 10
According to the famous Focus magazine, the St. Anna Hospital Herne ranks among the best medical facilities in North Rhine-Westphalia! The hospital first opened its doors to patients on September 27, 1901, and therefore it is rightfully proud of its long history and successful treatment results. Initially, the hospital had only
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According to the Focus magazine, the Martin Luther Hospital Berlin ranks among the top medical facilities in the region, and is also recognized as the leading hospital specializing in the treatment of foreign patients with orthopedic diseases! The hospital positions itself as an Emergency Trauma Center with the top-class medical
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About the disease

Shoulder arthritis is a condition whereby cartilage of the shoulder becomes worn out and its bones start to rub against each other, causing pain. As a result, the shoulder joint becomes inflamed and stiff, leading to loss in maneuverability. The most common types of shoulder arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Osteoarthritis causes the protective space that is created by the cartilage to become frayed and rough. This type of shoulder arthritis is more common in people who are over 60. Human cartilage has the tendency to lose its elasticity over time, which is why almost 70% of older people experience shoulder pain, ranging from mild to severe.

Rheumatoid arthritis is less common than osteoarthritis. It is an autoimmune disease, whereby joint linings become attacked by the patient’s immune system. As a result, the sufferer experiences erosion of the shoulder bones, which can lead to shoulder deformity over time.

People who have had sport traumas or have injured their shoulder in an accident can develop post-traumatic arthritis. With this type of arthritis, fluid builds up in the shoulder, causing it to swell and change in form.

A rarer type of arthritis, which can develop as a result of excessive consumption of alcohol, drugs and steroids, is called avascular necrosis. Blood is not able to reach the shoulder and causes bone atrophy.    

According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, in 2011 more than 50 million people were diagnosed with shoulder arthritis in the USA alone.

Symptoms

  • Stiffness in the upper part of the arm
  • Inability to move shoulder freely
  • Numbness
  • Fatigue
  • Fever
  • Weight loss
  • Lumps under the skin, known as rheumatoid nodules, which are common only in rheumatoid arthritis. 

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination, the doctor will ask you about your symptoms and rotate your shoulder in different directions to see where the pain is coming from.
  • An X-ray of the shoulder is used to create an image of the shoulder joints and can be used to determine whether there is damage in the rotator cuff or the cartilage.
  • A CT or MRI scan may be used to get more precise images of the shoulder if the patient has a rare type of shoulder arthritis. They are also used when someone has been in an accident or has had a sport trauma.

Treatment

  • Arthroscopy is a surgery whereby an arthroscope (a special endoscopic device) is inserted into the shoulder to repair damaged tissue in the shoulder joints and improve cartilage function. Such a procedure can also be used to repair the rotator cuff and make the shoulder stable. This type of surgery is recommended for rheumatoid arthritis as well as osteoarthritis because it can alleviate inflammation, which is what causes the pain. 
  • Shoulder joint replacement is another effective surgery. The damaged shoulder joint is removed and is replaced with a prosthetic. This surgery is recommended if the shoulder cartilage is completely damaged and cannot be repaired by arthroscopy or if some of the bone was torn off through injury.

Overall, shoulder arthritis surgery has good results and you should be able to make a full recovery within a matter of weeks after receiving treatment. 

Authors: Dr. Nadezhda Ivanisova, Dr. Sergey Pashchenko