Hemi Shoulder Replacement in Bengaluru at VijaySheela Sports-Orthopedics Clinic

At VijaySheela Sports-Orthopedics Clinic, Bengaluru, Dr. Vijay Girish provides expert care in Hemi Shoulder Replacement, a surgical procedure designed to treat severe shoulder arthritis or fractures affecting only the humeral head (the ball portion of the shoulder joint). In this procedure, the damaged humeral head is replaced with a prosthetic implant, while the natural socket (glenoid) is preserved if it remains healthy and functional.

Hemi shoulder replacement is a preferred option for patients with isolated humeral damage, providing effective pain relief, restoring shoulder movement, and preserving more of the patient’s natural anatomy. It’s ideal for individuals with degenerative joint conditions, fractures, or avascular necrosis limited to the upper arm bone.

What is Hemi Shoulder Replacement?

Hemi Shoulder Replacement, also known as partial shoulder replacement, involves replacing only the damaged humeral head with a metal prosthesis, leaving the glenoid surface intact. This approach is less invasive than total replacement and maintains the natural biomechanics of the shoulder joint when the glenoid cartilage is in good condition. It helps reduce pain, restore motion, and allows patients to resume normal daily activities comfortably.

Benefits of Hemi Shoulder Replacement

Hemi shoulder replacement offers several functional and recovery advantages for suitable patients:

Relieves chronic pain caused by arthritis, fractures, or cartilage damage in the humeral head.
Preserves the natural glenoid surface, allowing more natural shoulder movement and mechanics.
Reduces surgical time and postoperative complications compared to total shoulder replacement.
Provides faster recovery and excellent long-term outcomes with appropriate rehabilitation.
Restores strength, stability, and range of motion for improved daily activity performance.

Recovery and Rehabilitation

Postoperative recovery includes short-term immobilization to protect the joint and implant stability.
Early physiotherapy helps restore shoulder mobility, strength, and stability progressively.
Most patients experience significant pain reduction and regain functional range of motion within 6–10 weeks.
Gradual strengthening exercises ensure long-term shoulder stability and durability of the prosthesis.
Patients can safely return to daily activities and low-impact sports with guided rehabilitation.

Hemi Shoulder Replacement at VijaySheela Sports-Orthopedics Clinic, Bengaluru is performed with a patient-first approach. Dr. Vijay Girish ensures accurate diagnosis, advanced surgical techniques, and a personalized physiotherapy plan to help patients achieve long-term pain relief, optimal shoulder motion, and enhanced quality of life.