Shoulder Care

Shoulder Pain Treatment in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

UMass Memorial Health is home to a large team of specialists who care for shoulder problems every day. Our orthopedic surgeons and rehabilitation therapists work together to provide comprehensive care for minor to complex issues. This team approach gives you access to shoulder-specific expertise that’s among the most advanced in the region.

Shoulder Conditions We Treat

Our team treats any type of shoulder pain and injuries, including:

• Arthritis, including osteoarthritis (OA), psoriatic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
• Bursitis
• Collarbone and shoulder blade fractures
• Dislocated shoulder
• Fractures in the arm
• Rotator cuff tendonitis
• Rotator cuff tears
• Shoulder instability
• Shoulder separation 

Treatments We Provide

Our experts are at the forefront of orthopedic care for shoulders, including nonsurgical and surgical options. We carefully consider your symptoms, test results and lifestyle when developing a treatment plan, which may include:

Nonsurgical Care

Many causes of shoulder pain respond well to nonsurgical treatment, so we start with the least invasive options. Our shoulder specialists provide guidance on modifying your activities to prevent further injury. We may also refer you to our physical and occupational therapists, who help you strengthen your shoulder and restore function. Learn more about Rehabilitation Therapy.

Our orthopedic physicians and physiatrists also provide joint pain injections. You may also benefit from a shoulder brace, such as a sling, to maximize healing. 

Shoulder Surgery

You can trust our shoulder team. Our surgeons are skilled in leading-edge techniques that use smaller incisions, and our rehabilitation therapists help you through your recovery. We offer every type of shoulder surgery, including:

• Arthroscopic shoulder surgery to repair tears or remove scar tissue
• Clavicle fracture open reduction for a broken collarbone
• Rotator cuff repair surgery
• Traditional (open) surgery to repair complex injuries and fractures
• Reverse total shoulder replacement
• Total shoulder replacement surgery