Shoulder Resurfacing Treatment in Turkey
About Shoulder Resurfacing
Key Highlights
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Preserves more of the patient's natural bone compared to a total shoulder replacement.Ideal for younger, active patients with good bone quality.Maintains bone stock, making any future revision surgeries simpler.Often allows for a quicker recovery and more natural shoulder mechanics.Provides excellent pain relief and restoration of function for arthritic shoulders.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease) of the shoulder.
- Avascular necrosis (osteonecrosis) of the humeral head.
- Post-traumatic arthritis following a shoulder fracture.
- Certain cases of rheumatoid arthritis when the glenoid socket is intact.
- Patients who are young or physically active and wish to avoid a total shoulder replacement.
- Failure of conservative treatments like medication, physical therapy, or injections.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including blood tests and imaging (X-rays, MRI).
- Discuss all current medications with your surgeon; you may need to stop blood thinners.
- Manage any pre-existing conditions like diabetes or hypertension for optimal surgical safety.
- Arrange for help at home during the initial recovery period.
- Follow pre-operative fasting instructions as provided by the hospital.
- Begin prescribed pre-habilitation (pre-surgery) exercises to strengthen surrounding muscles.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical site.
- Bleeding or hematoma formation.
- Nerve or blood vessel injury, potentially causing numbness or weakness.
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism).
- Implant loosening, wear, or failure over time.
- Stiffness, persistent pain, or limited range of motion.
- Fracture of the humerus during or after surgery.
- Need for revision surgery in the future.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay is typically short, often just 1-2 days for monitoring and initial pain management.
- The arm will be placed in a sling for several weeks to protect the healing joint.
- Physical therapy begins soon after surgery, starting with gentle pendulum exercises.
- Therapy progresses to active-assisted and then strengthening exercises over 3-6 months.
- Most patients can resume light daily activities within 6 weeks.
- Avoid heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, or overhead activities for 3-6 months as guided by your surgeon.
- Full recovery and return to sports or strenuous work may take 6 months to a year.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
6 weeks to 6 months for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering shoulder resurfacing in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for shoulder resurfacing in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Ankara, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform shoulder resurfacing. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for shoulder resurfacing compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Shoulder Resurfacing in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing shoulder resurfacing.
Istanbul, Turkey
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Myra Ali, a 58-year-old high school...
Myra Ali, a 58-year-old high school art teacher and avid gardener, had been living with worsening right shoulder pain for nearly a decade. Initially diagnosed with osteoarthritis, she managed with painkillers and modifications, but the grinding pain and severe stiffness were stealing her joys. She could no longer demonstrate pottery techniques on the wheel, lift bags of soil, or sleep through the night. Her orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Chen, explained that while her rotator cuff was intact, the cartilage in her ball-and-socket joint was completely worn. A full shoulder replacement seemed excessive for her active lifestyle, so he recommended a shoulder resurfacing (cap hemiarthroplasty). This procedure would replace only the damaged humeral head with a smooth metal cap, preserving her natural bone and socket. Myra was terrified of surgery but desperate for relief. The procedure went smoothly. Her post-op recovery involved a sling for 4 weeks and rigorous physical therapy. Within three months, her pain was dramatically reduced. By six months, she was back at her pottery wheel, her movement fluid and pain-free. Emotionally, she journeyed from feeling like her body was betraying her passions to a profound gratitude for regaining her ability to create and nurture her garden, feeling like she had reclaimed a part of her identity.
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